# Event Details - **Event Name**: VZ Media Presents VZ Summer Showdown at the CSI Center for the Arts - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 11 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sat, 11 Jul, 2026 at 09:00 pm - **Event Description**: Get ready for a Musical Theater battle of the ages at the ultimate showdown hosted by VZ Media!About this EventVZ Media returns to the College of Staten Island Center for the Arts on Saturday, July 11 at 7:00 p.m. with the exciting and audience-driven VZ Summer Showdown in the CFA Recital Hall.Sixteen talented performers will each champion their favorite Broadway musical, presenting a medley of songs that celebrate the show they love most. From beloved classics to contemporary hits, the evening promises a spirited showcase of musical theatre talent, creativity, and passion.Produced by Charlie Siedenburg and Quaran Fugate, the evening is directed by Matthew Ochoa with music direction by Gavin Matthias.What makes VZ Summer Showdown unique is that the audience becomes part of the competition. Throughout the evening, attendees will vote for their favorite presentation, ultimately helping to crown the winning performer and musical.Following the competition, audience members are invited to stay for a special post-show reception with the cast, providing an opportunity to meet the performers and celebrate the evening’s winner.“Whether you're a fan of Golden Age classics or today’s Broadway blockbusters, VZ Summer Showdown offers a fun and interactive celebration of the musicals audiences love most,” said Charlie Siedenburg, Artistic Director of the CSI Center for the Arts. “The audience doesn't just watch the show—they help decide the winner.”Tickets include admission to both the performance and the post-show reception.The CSI Center for the Arts Recital Hall is located on the College of Staten Island campus, 2800 Victory Boulevard (Bldg. 1P), SI, NY. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/staten-island/vz-media-presents-vz-summer-showdown-at-the-csi-center-for-the-arts/100001992435763002 - **Event Categories**: art, performances, live-music, entertainment, contests, theatre - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours - Location: College of Staten Island - Building 1P - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 33.85, max: 33.85, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Staten Island - **state**: NY - **country**: United States - **location**: College of Staten Island - Building 1P - **lat**: 40.59969 - **long**: -74.1496471 - **full address**: College of Staten Island - Building 1P, 2800 Victory Boulevard, Staten Island, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: VZ Media Presents VZ Summer Showdown at the CSI Center for the Arts - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/5b57ef3105f54f02e4f063a004c1226d15799c4366e75009fae8c2639e498421-rimg-w1080-h1152-dc795d30-gmir.jpg?v=1782377887 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is VZ Media Presents VZ Summer Showdown at the CSI Center for the Arts being held? - **A:** VZ Media Presents VZ Summer Showdown at the CSI Center for the Arts takes place on Sat, 11 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Sat, 11 Jul, 2026 at 09:00 pm at College of Staten Island - Building 1P, 2800 Victory Boulevard, Staten Island, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing VZ Media Presents VZ Summer Showdown at the CSI Center for the Arts? - **A:** VZ Media Presents VZ Summer Showdown at the CSI Center for the Arts is organized by College of Staten Island Center for the Arts. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** VZ Media Presents VZ Summer Showdown at the CSI Center for the Arts is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Staten Island, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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