PRESENTED BY:
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PRESENTED BY:
benefiting
Join us as we bring together a gathering of the Burg’s most innovative companies and friend groups to show off their talents as they channel their inner super star to benefit our neighbors with special needs!
Congrats to our 2023 LSBS Winners –
The Boy Band!
Our 3rd annual event will build on past success
and be a night to remember!
Event Description
We invite you to be a part of a no-holds-barred evening of “live” lip sync
performances and fun to benefit the Charles Lea Center Foundation! Our first two Lip Sync Battle Spartanburg events nearly $1.2 million for our exciting Lake Blalock project (see below)! The third annual event will build on that success and be a tantalizing night to remember – Spartanburg’s own version of the American reality competition. Local talent will wow you on stage with amazing performances. Teams from local businesses and
organizations will bring their best costumes and moves, set to songs they select, as they battle it out in hopes of becoming the night’s champions! The Lip Sync Battle Spartanburg brings the most entertaining and unforgettable fundraising experience to the ‘Burg!!
Event Purpose
The funds raised by this event will be used for an exciting new project – the Charles Lea Center Nature Preserve at Lake Blalock. Recognizing the invaluable advantages access to outdoor experiences offers those we serve, the CLC plans to develop a nature preserve with specific features for those with disabilities.
The center was gifted an eight-acre parcel of land at Lake Blalock in northern Spartanburg County that provides the perfect setting for the preserve. The proposed CLC Nature Preserve will provide fully accessible trails as well as an event center, picnic tables, shelters, a boat dock with adaptive features and more, so individuals of all ages and abilities can enjoy the great outdoors
This project will greatly enhance the quality of life for people with disabilities of all ages. Funding for this project, expected to be completed in 3-5 years, will be fully independent of CLC operating and capital funds.
About the Charles Lea Center Foundation
Since 1971, the Charles Lea Center has provided innovative, comprehensive services for children and adults with special needs living in Spartanburg County. Through the CLC, strongly supported by the CLC Foundation, these families are offered hope and a bright future. These are our neighbors with intellectual disabilities, those in wheelchairs with neurological and orthopedic conditions or with brain or spinal cord injuries. For them, the Center is truly life changing.
The Charles Lea Center Foundation provides funds from the private sector to help improve the quality of life for those with special needs and disabilities. With your help we can continue to propel the Charles Lea Center forward as a regional and national leader for innovative, comprehensive services for the disabled.
Get Ready for Our Amazing Acts to Battle it out On Stage!
This signature event will help us to continue to support the CLC as it meets the vital needs of so many families in Spartanburg County. Our acts will gather community “votes” (in advance and during the event) in the form of donations. At the end of the night, the act with the highest amount raised will be our 2025 High Note Heroes and recognized along with the night’s People’s Choice LSBS WINNER!!
Vote for your favorite NOW!!
The 80’s Babies
Angela Eaton, Christy Barry, Christy Parris Jamie Pierce and Lalio Pereyo
Everyone knows that “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun!” With big hair and even bigger personalities, these 80’s Babies are ready to “Bust a Move” at Lip Sync Battle Spartanburg.
Even though these five friends don’t consider themselves as performers, for the Charles Lea Center, they are more than ready to “Dance with Somebody.” These ladies are “Simply Irresistible” whether they are running businesses, educating students, personalized training or managing their households. The 80‘s Babies ask you to consider… “What’s Love Got to Do With it?” The answer is EVERYTHING when you’re supporting the community of the Charles Lea Center!” So…. “Strike a Pose and Vogue!”
Fundraising Goal: $75,000
The Boy Band
Kent Cecil, Dan Gerscovich, Chris Jacobs and Jensen Turner
Don’t let their “dad bods” fool you! These guys are sure to deliver a legendary performance. Whether it’s providing pediatric dental care, Orthopedic joint replacements, running a long term care facility or managing global sales teams… they are “too legit to quit.” These dads wear many different hats but they all share the same passion and dedication on raising awareness for our local friends with special needs and disabilities. Heroes get remembered but legends never die!
Fundraising Goal: $80,000
The Brothers of Rock
Nick Belmont, John Holland and William Holland
Meet the Brothers of Rock, a dynamic trio whose lip-sync skills are as sweet as Dottie’s Toffee and as strong as an open-shut case! Leading the charge is William Holland, the business development maestro from CMP Pumping, who brings the rhythm and flow needed to keep their performances pumping. Joining him is John Holland, a law dog by day and a lip-sync legend by night, ready to turn your legal woes into power chords and high notes. Rounding out the group is Nick Belmont, the candy man who knows how to whip up a tune as smoothly as he does his famous toffee. This band of brothers was forged in 1992, and they’re ready to rock the stage at Lip Sync Battle Spartanburg!
Fundraising Goal: $50,000
The Darling Duo
Mitzi Kirsch and Blake Kirsch
Mitzi Kirsch is a shining star in the upstate real estate market, and she always dreamed of sharing that stage with her oldest son Blake. This mother son duo is overjoyed to not only be working together but to be performing together in Lip Sync Battle Spartanburg. They each follow in Mitzi’s mother’s footsteps with a passion for the local real estate market and giving back to their community.
The special-needs community of South Carolina is very dear to these two Lip Sync Battle participants. Blake’s best friend from high school was Erica Gilbert, a local hero who had Down syndrome. They dedicate their performance to Erica and all the amazing people with special needs who continue to impact their lives.
Fundraising Goal – $50,000
The Disney Dream
Dr. Eric Nease, Dr. Alex Thomas and Dr. Jay Patrick
The docs at Nth Degree Orthodontics are no strangers to recorded performances. Their spoof songs “Upstate Funk,” “I Can Fix Your Teeth,” “Driller,” and “Ain’t Nothin’ Nth Degree Can’t Fix” are internet legends, cementing their place as some of the worst singers ever! Now they bring their talents LIVE and ON-STAGE to the 2025 Lip Sync Challenge. Nth Degree Orthodontics has always been supportive of philanthropic efforts in the Upstate and looks forward to raising funds to support the Charles Lea Center. Just like their office atmosphere, their performance is sure to turn SMA into “The Most Magical Place on Earth!”
Fundraising Goal: $30,000
The Femme Fatales
Melissa Bearden and Catherine Johnston
In “1989”, these two friends met and have never had any “Bad Blood” since. Neither of the two have much “Blank Space” on their to do list between 4 children, who play every sport (horseback riding, soccer, lacrosse, volleyball, baseball, basketball and football) and maintaining their careers as the owner of Sugah Cakes bakery and Chief Human Resource Officer for the Charles Lea Center. They are often known as “Fearless” by their friends and family. Never in their “Wildest Dreams” did they expect to be performing in Lip Sync Battle Spartanburg and raising funds for the Charles Lea Foundation! They can’t wait to “shake it off” with you on Friday, September 26th! Cheers to an “Enchanted” evening!
Fundraising Goal: $50,000
The Man of Motown
Landon Cohen
This community leader, entrepreneur and former NFL Star is ready to grab the mic and leave it all on the stage. Landon Cohen is a proud graduate of Spartanburg High School, owner of Coco Bowlz and founder of the Landon Cohen Community Health Foundation. He’s committed to giving back to Spartanburg all while having the biggest and friendliest smile. So… “Get Ready” Sparkle City because here he comes!
Fundraising Goal: $50,000
The Movie Mavens
Callie Berline, Christine Conzett, Kristin Hamilton, Hadley Inabinet and Elizabeth Lowndes
On Wednesdays they wear pink, but on September 26th they’ll be putting on their Friday best. With more kids than John William’s has Oscars, these ladies have watched their fair share of movies. Don’t you forget about these movie mavens as they’ll be combining their talents for the Charles Lea Center. So roll out the red carpet and grab some popcorn. There’s no place like home… but there’s also no place you’d rather be than supporting these movie mavens at Lip Sync Battle Spartanburg!
Fundraising Goal: $50,000
The Pop Star
Ebony Mack-Orr
Three words come to mind when interacting with this “Queen of Lean” – She’s a BOSS! Whether she’s leading her plant through the many challenges of manufacturing or mentoring young professionals on ways to tap into their potential – she’s making a difference. When she’s not hustling in her plant, she’s planning busy schedules for her boys, or Mo-Menting with her wife, Simone. No matter the situation – she’s in it to win it. Watch out for this one – you’re in for a treat!
Fundraising Goal: $50,000
The Ray of Hope
Dr. Amy Curtis
From X-Rays to Ray-zing the Roof – This doctor is there for Spartanburg! She is always there for a patient care, research, her family, good causes and, of course, a good laugh. She is ready to bring some fun and energy and needs your vote to bring an “Array” of support to the Charles Lea Center!
Fundraising Goal: $40,000
The Show Stoppers
Lizzy Arrowsmith, Neely Darr, Elise Kilgore, Samantha Larkins and Kristen Strehlow
These moms are ready for a night out! Through the week you can find them carpooling to dance, karate, tennis, art and soccer but now they are ready to center stage for a worthy cause. In their former lives, they were lawyers, business women, an Air Force officer, and a nurse. They serve on various boards and enjoy giving back to Spartanburg. Growing up to the pop sounds of the Spice Girls, Christina and Britney these millennial moms have their babysitters lined up and are ready to give you a showstoppin’ performance!
Fundraising Goal: $70,000
Sparkle City Sisters
Caroline James, Dede King and Jenny Wakefield
Between the three of us, we have seen it all! Our children have grown up together, and we realize that we couldn’t have done it without each other. It took some rulemaking, patience, humor, and an occasional blind eye. We have been through the ups and downs of middle school, prom, puberty, graduations, boyfriends, girlfriends, jobs, and perhaps a beer or two. Now, some of our children are married, off the Verizon bill, and have health insurance. We feel liberated! Magnificent, Menopausal, Moms, Caroline, Dede, and Jenny. We have been through thick and thin, tears and laughter, the good, the bad, and the ugly with our children. But they DON’T OWN US ANYMORE ! It is our time!
Fundraising Goal: $60,000
Check out the fun from our last BATTLE –
the atmosphere was electric!
EVENT ENTERTAINMENT
Meet our EMCEE
We’re excited to welcome back Spartanburg native, Simone Mack-Orr, the dynamic force behind Smack Fitness and the space by Smack Fitness, a vibrant oasis that she meticulously crafted to transcend mere workouts. Simone has a love for all things, music, theatre and performance. When she’s not empowering individuals to discover strength and harmony within their bodies, her downtime is spent with her wife, their 2 boys and their dog Boomer. After two years of hosting the BATTLE and learning more about the work that CLCF does, she was delighted to join the board to continue the good work.
BENEFITING
Highlights from Lip Sync Battle Spartanburg 2023!
Party with us Virtually!
You can be a part of this year’s epic Lip Sync Battle Spartanburg in a big way! Vote for your favorite acts(s) above and plan to gather your friends and join us virtually for this not-to-be-missed Spartanburg event. You can even go all out and host your own Watch Party or join us at the FR8 Yard! Just call 864-562-2278 for our virtual ticket options. This is definitely an unforgettable event you don’t want to miss!!
Watch for More Info Soon!
A huge SHOUT OUT to our
Mic Drop
Presenting Sponsor
Contec’s generous support of LSBS for a 3rd year will help to fund an Event Center at our CLC Nature Preserve at Lake Blalock. The innovative center will be used by CLC residents for parties and rented to local businesses and organizations. It will provide the opportunity for our participants to receive culinary training in the center’s wheelchair accessible catering kitchen.
WE ARE GRATEFUL TO OUR MARQUEE SPONSORS
Support from our Marquee sponsors will be used in part to fund the creation of Walking Paths at our CLC Nature Preserve at Lake Blalock. These paved paths will be wheelchair accessible and offer CLC residents the chance to experience nature first hand!
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR CENTER STAGE SPONSORS
Our Center Stage sponsors are lending their support to help create specially outfitted Campsites at the CLC Nature Preserve at Lake Blalock. This will enable our participants to enjoy an overnight camping adventure!
WE APPRECIATE OUR OPENING ACT SPONSORS
Our Opening Act sponsors are helping make it possible for our CLC individuals to experience the thrill of a fishing trip or boat ride at the CLC Nature Preserve at Lake Blalock by funding a boat ramp and specially designed dock.
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PRINTING SPONSOR
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SUPERSTAR EVENT leaders
Marisa Cecil, CLC Foundation President, 864.205.2525
Mary Stewart Loring | Sarah Petty
Event Chairs
Stacy McBride | Dr. Katie Friday
Event Co-Chairs