Gateway Down Syndrome Association to host first Rock 21 concert in Cape Girardeau

FOX23 News at 9 p.m.

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – The Gateway Down Syndrome Association will host its first Southeast Missouri Rock 21 concert Friday, Nov. 13, in downtown Cape Girardeau.

The free event will feature a performance by the Chromozone Cowboyz, a group of individuals with Down syndrome who have been rehearsing their favorite songs as part of the organization’s Rock 21 program.

The Southeast Missouri chapter of the Gateway Down Syndrome Association launched the program to give individuals with Down syndrome opportunities to explore music, develop performance skills and build confidence onstage.

Participants have spent time learning how to engage an audience, perform their favorite songs and embrace the excitement of live entertainment.

The concert will take place from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at The Library, 10 S. Spanish St., in Cape Girardeau.

The event is free and open to the public. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.

For more information or to RSVP, visit gatewaydsa.org/southeast-missouri.