Last night, April 29, The New York Pops marked its 30th birthday with a grand gala evening honoring the musical talents of songwriters Frank Loesser and Jule Styne, and the centennial of legendary entertainer Danny Kaye. Paula Zahn, host of NYC ARTS on PBS, hosted the evening. See the red carpet photos below!
The event began at 7:00 PM with a concert at Carnegie Hall featuring a spectacular lineup of guest artists under the baton of Music Director Steven Reineke. Performers included Laura Benanti, Stephanie J. Block, Rob McClure, Donna Murphy, James Naughton, Kelli O'Hara, Laura Osnes and Anthony Warlow and more. The New York Pops were also joined by the Ronald McDonald House Rockin' the House Band and Chorus, Camp Broadway Kids and The New York Pops Salute to Music Students. Following the concert, a black tie dinner and dance will be held at the luxurious Plaza Hotel.
Photos by Genevieve Rafter Keddy


Dena Kaye

Elizabeth Stanley and Max von Essen

Elizabeth Stanley and Max von Essen

Steven Reineke and Laura Benanti

Steven Reineke and Leslie Uggams

Steven Reineke and Marilyn Maye

Steven Reineke and Max von Essen

Rob McClure, Steven Reineke and Max von Essen

Rob McClure, Steven Reineke and Max von Essen

Nick Adams, Steven Reineke and Max von Essen

Nick Adams, Steven Reineke and Max von Essen

Steven Reineke and Anthony Warlow

Laura Osnes and Stephanie J. Block

Laura Osnes and Stephanie J. Block

Laura Osnes and Stephanie J. Block

Stephanie J. Block and Sebastian Arcelus

Stephanie J. Block and Sebastian Arcelus

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