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Men of the Club contestants dress down, dress up for Boys and Girls Club
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By Rosa Ruiz
rosa@newstribune.com
Many of the 11 participants of the Fourth annual Men of the Club dropped down to their tighty-whities as part of the fundraiser to benefit the Boys and Girls Club of the Capital City.
The fundraiser will help fund fine arts activities to help make an impact on local area children.
Although most of the men do not have professional experience in any of the areas judged, they were willing to risk it all.
To begin, participants were asked to strut their stuff in a swim wear competition that created more laughter than awe, partly due to their creative skits and over-the-top songs.
Dressed as an overweight man, Ryan Freeman performed a “sexy” dance for the ladies to enjoy.
Local actor Brandon Bise began his skit as a delivery man for Fechtel Beverage, his sponsor, and broke into song and dance by performing “Go Johnny Go.”
The talent show brought audience members to their feet as many chose music and dancing as their talent.
Performing Johnny Cash's “Going to Jackson” was Capt. Doug Shoemaker of the Jefferson City Police Department.
June Carter's part of the duet was performed by Sarah Stroesser, communications manager of the Jefferson City Convention and Visitor's Bureau.
Starting off with a slow ballad, Bise was interrupted by Jason Luebbert who joined in to sing Alabama's “Dixieland Delight.”
The crowd sang along, danced and held their cell phones in the air as praise.
“That was a great mini concert,” joked Emcee Betsey Dudenhoeffer.
Michael Jackson was a popular choice for the night as two men chose his eighties hits for their talent.
Freeman, sponsored by the Chamber Leadership Class 2008, performed “Thriller” almost to perfection as his crew of four were in sync with every step.
Not only did his performance generate money in the donation buckets, but beads as well.
Edrick Shelby moon-walked across the stage as he danced to Michael Jackson's “Billy Jean.”
The evening wear competition showcased many men in suits, with the exception of Jet Roberts, who wore a dress, tiara and heels.
Regional Services Director for the Boys and Girls Club, Carlos Martinez, explained why fundraising for the organization was important before the winners were announced.
“We have grown so much,” said Kathy Crow.
Before announcing the results, Crow gave special recognition to Shoemaker for raising the most money - just under $12,000 - for the event.
Brandon Bise placed first, Dough Shoemaker placed second and Ryan Freeman was third.
The fundraiser will help fund fine arts activities to help make an impact on local area children.
Although most of the men do not have professional experience in any of the areas judged, they were willing to risk it all.
To begin, participants were asked to strut their stuff in a swim wear competition that created more laughter than awe, partly due to their creative skits and over-the-top songs.
Dressed as an overweight man, Ryan Freeman performed a “sexy” dance for the ladies to enjoy.
Local actor Brandon Bise began his skit as a delivery man for Fechtel Beverage, his sponsor, and broke into song and dance by performing “Go Johnny Go.”
The talent show brought audience members to their feet as many chose music and dancing as their talent.
Performing Johnny Cash's “Going to Jackson” was Capt. Doug Shoemaker of the Jefferson City Police Department.
June Carter's part of the duet was performed by Sarah Stroesser, communications manager of the Jefferson City Convention and Visitor's Bureau.
Starting off with a slow ballad, Bise was interrupted by Jason Luebbert who joined in to sing Alabama's “Dixieland Delight.”
The crowd sang along, danced and held their cell phones in the air as praise.
“That was a great mini concert,” joked Emcee Betsey Dudenhoeffer.
Michael Jackson was a popular choice for the night as two men chose his eighties hits for their talent.
Freeman, sponsored by the Chamber Leadership Class 2008, performed “Thriller” almost to perfection as his crew of four were in sync with every step.
Not only did his performance generate money in the donation buckets, but beads as well.
Edrick Shelby moon-walked across the stage as he danced to Michael Jackson's “Billy Jean.”
The evening wear competition showcased many men in suits, with the exception of Jet Roberts, who wore a dress, tiara and heels.
Regional Services Director for the Boys and Girls Club, Carlos Martinez, explained why fundraising for the organization was important before the winners were announced.
“We have grown so much,” said Kathy Crow.
Before announcing the results, Crow gave special recognition to Shoemaker for raising the most money - just under $12,000 - for the event.
Brandon Bise placed first, Dough Shoemaker placed second and Ryan Freeman was third.
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