2015 McDonald's Gospelfest and Competition Coming to The Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, May 9, 2015 to Tell Their Story on Mother's Day Weekend

Newark, NJ, May 08, 2015 --(PR.com)-- The McDonald's Gospelfest is coming to The Prudential Center (165 Mulberry Street) in Newark, NJ on Saturday, May 9, 2015. The McDonald's Gospelfest originated in 1983 under the auspices of the McDonald's Corporation and the McDonald's New York Metro Owner/Operator Association. Based upon the successful return, inspiration, joy, and encouragement of the public the McDonald's Gospelfest participants have gone on with their endeavors to become a huge success in the entertainment world, including the renowned Bishop Hezekiah Walker.

The New York Metro area McDonald's have taken great pride in becoming deeply rooted in the community not just on May 9, 2015, but 365 days of the year. And to continue the spirit of giving McDonald's has launched a Campaign by selecting McDonald's Owner Operators throughout the New York Metro to show their appreciation and love by hosting auditions for this 2015 McDonald's Gospelfest in their restaurants. On Saturday, May 9, 2015, the competition kicks off at 3pm to include rising stars of all backgrounds, cultures, and ages. At 6pm the noteworthy gospel concert begins and will feature top choirs and quartets in gospel music such as Ricky Dillard, Bishop Hezekiah Walker & LFC, Mighty Clouds of Joy, The Blind Boys of Alabama, Mississippi Mass Choir, The Thompson Community Reunion Choir, Cissy Houston, Donald Malloy, special performance by R&B Diva Faith Evans and back by popular demand The Clark Sisters. Tickets on Sale Now! 800-745-3000 to go online to www.ticketmaster.com