Photo Coverage: Philips Electronics Actors' Fund Event 2006/04/25

Photo Coverage: Philips Electronics Actors' Fund Event

Tuesday, April 25, 2006; Posted: 06:04 PM - by Linda Lenzi

On Monday, April 24th at 6 PM, The Actors' Fund of America and Philips Electronics presented "Simplicity--A Look at the Future." The star-studded event took place at Pier 94 (755 12th Avenue at 54th Street) in Manhattan.

"Simplicity--A Look at the Future" is "an interactive environment showcasing an extraordinary collection of future products, services and solutions," according to press notes. "All of the products were arranged and grouped in 'pods' throughout the room.

Guests included Bebe Neuwirth (Chicago), Michael Cerveris (Sweeney Todd), John Lloyd Young (Jersey Boys), Christopher Sieber (Spamalot), Rachel York (Dirty Rotten Scoundrels), Robert Funaro ("The Sopranos"), James Royce Edwards (Hairspray), Christiane Noll (A Fine and Private Place), Mickey Dolenz (The Monkees), Jeffry Denman (Children of a Lesser God), Andre DeShields (The Full Monty), Chuck Cooper (The Life), Paige Price (Saturday Night Fever), James Stovall (The Life), Bryan Batt (La Cage aux Folles).

"Founded in 1882, The Actors' Fund of America is the national human services organization helping all entertainment and performing arts professionals in television, film, music, theatre, opera and dance. The Actors' Fund's broad spectrum of programs includes comprehensive social and health services, supportive and affordable housing, career counseling, and skilled nursing and assisted living care. Actors' Fund programs address the essential needs of people in our industry. Administered from offices in New York City, Los Angeles and Chicago, The Fund is a safety net, providing essential support for those in need, crisis or transition," state press notes.

Visit www.actorsfund.org or www.philips.com for more information.