
Josh Groban Enlists Joey Fatone & Stephen Colbert For Star-Studded NYC Benefit Concert
The operatic pop icon is gathering big names to champion arts education and honor jazz legend Wynton Marsalis.
By Nina BrooksPublished Updated 2 min read
Josh Groban is assembling a powerhouse lineup of celebrity talent for his upcoming third annual Find Your Light Benefit Concert for Arts Education. The multi-platinum singer is returning to host the star-studded affair, creating a massive crossover spectacle that brings together icons from 1990s pop nostalgia, late-night television, and Broadway theater under one roof. The upcoming benefit gala is officially set to take place on Monday, Oct. 19, inside the Appel Room at Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City. Groban will be taking center stage as both the evening's primary host and one of its lead vocalists, steering the showcase to raise essential funds for creative learning programs across the country.
Who is performing at the Find Your Light Benefit Concert?
Music lovers can expect a truly eclectic lineup of live performances and high-profile guest appearances throughout the night. Pop culture fans will get a huge hit of nostalgia as *NSYNC veteran Joey Fatone takes the stage to perform. The event will also feature special appearances and musical sets from *The Late Show* host Stephen Colbert alongside his bandleader Louis Cato, as well as acclaimed Broadway stars Betsy Wolfe and Lorna Courtney. Beyond the live musical showcases, the program is built to celebrate remarkable individuals who have shaped the arts landscape. Famed trumpeter and composer Wynton Marsalis will be formally honored during the evening, alongside special recognition for The Oliver Sacks Foundation for their dedicated work in creative research and education.

Why is Josh Groban hosting the Find Your Light concert?
The gala serves as the flagship fundraising event for Groban’s Find Your Light initiative, which works to ensure that young people from all backgrounds have access to quality arts education. In statements leading up to the event, the vocal superstar stressed that keeping creative outlets accessible to the next generation is more crucial right now than ever. Groban shared his ongoing praise for the educators and grass-roots organizations across the nation who work tirelessly to help youth discover their talents. He noted that the concert is all about celebrating the transformative power of the arts and how creative expression builds self-confidence in young lives. With a star-heavy guest list supporting the mission, the upcoming Lincoln Center gathering is primed to be an unforgettable evening for a vital cause.
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People also ask
- When is Josh Groban's Find Your Light Benefit Concert taking place?
- The event will take place on Monday, Oct. 19, in the Appel Room at Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City.
- Who is performing at the Find Your Light Benefit Concert?
- The concert features performances and appearances by Josh Groban, Joey Fatone of *NSYNC, Stephen Colbert, Louis Cato, Wynton Marsalis, Betsy Wolfe, and Lorna Courtney.
- Who is being honored at the Find Your Light Benefit Concert?
- The benefit will honor renowned jazz trumpeter and composer Wynton Marsalis alongside The Oliver Sacks Foundation.
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