Comedians, broadcasters join Telemiracle 50 cast

EAGLE STAFF

Comedians Myles Morrison and Matt Donlevy have been named to the cast for Telemiracle 50.

Broadcasters George Stroumboulopoulos and CTV Regina’s Sabeen Ahmad will also help raise money for the Kinsmen Foundation during the overnight telethon on Feb. 28-March 1 over Saskatchewan’s CTV stations.

“Our cast and performers make the show what it is, and we are so lucky to have this event that raises funds for those in need in our province.” Tammy Blackwell, who chairs this year’s show, said in a statement. “We are filled with gratitude that we get to put on such an entertaining show year after year.”

Jay Semko & Danica Lorer, Munroe & Patrick, Northern Air, the Steadies, Brock Andrews and Brodie Siebert plus 70 amateur acts from throughout the province will also entertain during the 22-hour broadcast.

TSN football host Kate Beirness and Regina people such as country music singer-songwriter Jojo Mason, actor-producer Sera-Lys McArthur and Clayton Kroeker of radio station 92.9 The Bull, will also take part.

Performances happen at Prairieland Park in Saskatoon, starting at 7 p.m. on Feb. 28 and ending at 5 p.m. the next day.

The Kinsmen Foundation supplies mobility and special-needs equipment and also helps people travel for medical reasons. Saskatchewan residents, companies and organizations have contributed over $171 million to the foundation through Telemiracle.