MegaFest Draws Mega Stars

MegaFest, the three-day family festival hosted by Bishop T.D. Jakes, announced star-studded additions to its inspirational entertainment line-up featuring top celebrities from music, film, television, comedy and sports. Jennifer Hudson will perform at MegaFest’s Woman of Purpose Concert, and will also conduct a Q&A session after the screening of her next film, “Winnie Mandela,” slated for wide release on September 6, during the inaugural International Faith & Family Film Festival, held during MegaFest at the Omni Dallas Hotel. The festival will also include Oprah Winfrey, Cedric The Entertainer, Mary Mary, Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds, Niecy Nash, Holly Robinson Peete, Tisha Campbell-Martin, Ray Chew, Kim Burrell Smokie Norful, Kierra Sheard, Tye Tribbett and more. Steve Harvey will return to MegaFest to host the Woman of Purpose concert. Pop Star and actress Brandy will perform at the concert benefitting Autism Speaks and recognizing two families with autistic children. MegaFest is slated for August 29-31 in Dallas, offering a series of fun-filled, family friendly activities for all ages and interests that include: Oprah’s Lifeclass, the inaugural International Faith & Family Film Festival; Just Churchin’ Comedy Show, Woman of Purpose Concert and the Ball Up Streetball Classic Tour Championship; as well as a full slate of empowerment programming. MegaFest will be held at American Airlines Center in Dallas.