Right Turn Celebrates the Life of John Belushi

October 14th Fundraiser to Feature Judy Belushi-Pisano, Music from James Montgomery & More

John Belushi left this earth well before his time as a result of a drug overdose. Arlington-based Right Turn is working to make sure other talented artists and entertainers do not become victims of drug and alcohol addictions and live a full life filled with creativity and song.

On October 14th, Right Turn will host, a benefit for artists in recovery featuring Belushi's widow Judy Belushi-Pisano, a screening of The Blues Brothers, live music from The Blues Brothers Band and special musical appearances by James Montgomery, Rachael McCartney, Tim Pike, Susan Angeletti and others. The fundraising event will be held at the Regent Theatre in Arlington from 7 p.m. to midnight and tickets are $15 or $25 for preferred seating. Please call 781-646-4849 or visit www.regenttheatre.com for ticket information. Proceeds from the event will be used to help support and improve Right Turn's efforts to help New England artists and entertainers. The Right Turn program was created by Woody Giessmann, drummer for  the rock band The Del Fuegos, after he lost several friends to drug and alcohol use.

Belushi-Pisano, who will discuss addiction and her life with the comedic legend, supports Right Turn and believes in its mission.

"Right Turn is a rehabilitation program which offers a unique and fresh, personal yet professional approach to obtaining and securing freedom from addiction," said Belushi-Pisano.  "Artists, musicians and entertainers are at high risk in terms of drug addiction both by nature and by the circumstances of their professions. Right Turn is able to connect with artists in a creative and unique manner which speaks to their concerns. I believe this program is a godsend to the New England community."

About Right Turn

Based in Arlington, MA, Right Turn's mission is to provide innovative programming, individual support, rehabilitation services and ongoing encouragement to New England artists and entertainers and their families affected by alcoholism, addiction, and psychiatric issues. For more information, call 781-646-3800 or visit www.right-turn.biz.