STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Sundog Theatre, a Staten Island-based performing arts organization, will honor three individuals for their dedication to the arts community.

The carnival-themed evening is set for Wednesday, Oct. 8 at 6:30 p.m. LiGreci’s Staaten in West Brighton.

Recognized will be Yvette Washington-Wheatley, Dennis McKeon and Carol Ann Benanti.

Sponsorships will be matched by the Staten Island Foundation’s Diamond Match 2:1.

“The carnival theme gives a whole new slant to our benefit, including a special presentation to accompany the games and entertainment,” says Sundog Theatre’s Executive Director Susan Fenley. “Our honorees all have championed and advanced the arts in some way on Staten Island and for that we are grateful.”

Yvette Washington-Wheatley is a classically trained

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