Thomas Parobek 4. Arabiah Love

How did this show get started?

The concept of Beat Out Cancer began one evening in 2011 as I sat thinking about my mom, Kit Huller, who had recently lost her battle with Ovarian Cancer. I was reflecting on her and how much light she had brought to this world through her friendships, her generosity, and her attitude about life, and I decided that I wanted to do something to honor her that would help keep other special people like her from leaving this Earth too soon due to the awful disease we have come to know as cancer.

As I thought about my mom and brainstormed ideas, I remembered how supportive she was of my drumming when I was growing up. Day after day as I beat on my drums, she would always have something nice to say to keep me going. Whether I had a rehearsal at the house, a gig across town, or was just beating on the drums along with my favorite Rush song, she was always there, smiling and supporting me. That’s just who she was.

The Beat Out Cancer Club and Georgia Has Talent is my way of remembering my mom and giving back to a world that has given me so much. It’s also a way to support local drummers and other musicians and performers the way my mom supported me. It’s a show full of music, where the various performers voluntarily audition and come together for a common cause.

My heartfelt thanks goes out to all of the volunteers who helped to make this show possible. Thank you so much for enabling my vision to become a reality. Whether you are part of the show, a volunteer working behind the scenes, a spectator, donor, or many of the above, thank you so very much. I could not have pulled this off without the amazing support of so many. Your loyalty to this cause, hard work, and generosity has truly been remarkable, and I know the money we raise tonight will be worth it all.

Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show. And don’t forget to use the restroom before we start -- we’ll be taking a whack at cancer for about 2 hours (with an intermission) Our wonderful silent auction will conclude right after the show! Be sure to place your bids for some of the fantastic merchandise! Thanks for being here to help us Beat Out Cancer while showing off that GEORGIA HAS TALENT!

Ace Studios LLC, is a faith based dance studio/entertainment company. We have over 13 years of experience in the dance and entertainment industry. Some achievements include Kanye West, Super Bowl LIII Love & Hip Hop, America’s Got Talent, NBA and MLB Dance Teams, National Tours (EPIC Assemblies), Dance Conventions, and so much more! We Always Create in Excellence.

Aidan Matthews

Aidan began training martial arts at the young age of 5 and earned his first black belt at the age of 7. He currently holds a 2nd degree black belt in Taekwondo and also studies Ryuei-ryu, an Okinawan style of karate. Aidan is a World Champion, has performed several times on ESPN and is considered one of the best in the world with his weapon of choice, the nunchucks.

Allie Powell

Allie is currently the youth worship leader at her church and also sings with the main worship team a few Sundays each quarter. She is a 9th grade volleyball player at her high school and an actress signed with Forward The Agency. She is also starting to write her own music.

Arabiah Love

Love is a 20 yr. old indie & Pop/R&b artist based in Atlanta, Ga setting a unique & soothing feel to the music scene. Singing since the young age of 4, Arabiah has performed & graced the stages of many show & avenues in multiple states. Love is continuing to rise to become a sensation as she continues to make her mark on the scene as her Debut Ep is in the works for 2022!

Cat Carter

Cat Carter is a singer/songwriter from Atlanta Georgia. At only 22 years of age, Cat is recognized as an up-and-coming talent in the Atlanta music scene due to her unique blend of pop and soul. Cat’s soulful style paired with her strong voice, songwriting ability, and performances on guitar and piano have drawn audiences from all over the south!