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Photos: Rachel Dratch, Lilli Cooper, LaChanze, and More at New 42's Annual Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 3, 2025

Last night, New 42 - recipient of a 2025 Tony Honor for Excellence in the Theatre - hosted their annual gala at the Plaza Hotel, titled “A Celebration of Joy & Wonder.” See photos here!

Children's Museum Of Manhattan To Honor Founding Board Chair Laurie M. Tisch At 2025 Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 2, 2025

The Children's Museum of Manhattan will host its annual gala, Giant Steps, honoring Founding Board Chair and one of New York City's most influential philanthropic leaders, Laurie M. Tisch. Learn more!

New 42 To Host Annual Gala - CELEBRATING TIMES SQUARE: EVERY CORNER TELLS A STORY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 23, 2024

xNew 42 will present the return of their annual gala at the Plaza Hotel, which will be taking place on Monday, June 3 at 6PM.

Broadway in Hats! @ The Central Park Conservancy Luncheon
by James Blinken - May 7, 2024

On May 1, 2024, the Central Park Women's Committee donned their hats at the 42nd annual Olmsted Luncheon, also known as 'the ladies' hat luncheon.'

Photos: Go Inside Roundabout's 2024 Gala, Honoring Kenny Leon and the Rudin Family
by Jennifer Broski - Mar 5, 2024

Roundabout Theatre Company celebrated its 2024 Gala, honoring Kenny Leon and The Rudin Family. Check out the photos here!

Roundabout Theatre Company 2024 Gala to Honor Kenny Leon & Feature Ariana DeBose Performance
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 30, 2023

Roundabout Theatre Company's 2024 Gala will honor Kenny Leon and The Rudin Family on Monday, March 4 at the Ziegfeld Ballroom in New York City. Academy Award winner Ariana DeBose will perform a unique concert created exclusively for the special occasion.

Rachel Dratch & Julianne Hough to Host New 42 WE ARE FAMILY Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 30, 2023

Rachel Dratch and Julianne Hough will host New 42's annual gala on Monday, June 5 at the Plaza Hotel. See who is being honored, and learn how to purchase tickets!

Josh Groban, Julie Andrews & More to be Honored at New 42 WE ARE FAMILY Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 5, 2023

New 42 will present the return of their annual gala at the Plaza Hotel, which will be taking place on Monday, June 5 at 6PM. See who is taking part, and learn how to purchase tickets!

SANDRA Extended for One Week at Vineyard Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 23, 2022

Vineyard Theatre has announced a one week extension of  Sandra, a one-woman thriller written by David Cale (Harry Clarke), starring Marjan Neshat (English and Selling Kabul) and directed by Leigh Silverman (Harry Clarke).   

Vineyard Theatre to Receive Proclamation From Mayor's Office to Celebrate 'Vineyard Theatre Day'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 28, 2022

Vineyard Theatre Artistic Directors Douglas Aibel and Sarah Stern and Managing Director Suzanne Appel announced that the company will be receiving a proclamation from the Mayor’s Office on November 3 to celebrate Vineyard Theatre Day, recognizing the institution's contributions to the city of New York and its neighborhood of Union Square.

Deneé Benton, Matt Doyle, Norm Lewis & More to Take Part in New 42 FIND YOUR LIGHT Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 5, 2022

Today, New 42 announced the in-person return of their annual gala, celebrating the power of the performing arts and arts education. The Find Your Light Gala will return to the  Plaza Hotel on Monday, June 6, 2022 at 7pm.

A MAMMOTH RENAISSANCE Fundraising Gala Breaks Fundraising Record
by Marissa Tomeo - Apr 14, 2022

Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company’s gala, A MAMMOTH RENAISSANCE, was a night to remember, as more than 350 attendees at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library joined in honoring social activist, political strategist, philanthropist, and modern “Renaissance man” Luis A. Miranda, Jr. More than $565,000 — the most in Woolly’s history — was raised to support its work towards a radically inclusive theatre industry.

Jason Robert Brown, Savion Glover, Priscilla López & More Join NYPL's I'M STLL HERE Benefit
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 16, 2021

The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts announced today that Jason Robert Brown, Savion Glover, Priscilla López, Susan Stroman, Marisha Wallace, and Christopher Wheeldon have joined the growing list of Broadway stars participating in I'm Still Here: A Virtual Benefit for the Billy Rose Theatre Division, airing June 23, 2021 on Broadway On Demand at 8pm EST and 8pm PST. The fundraiser will help raise critical funds for the Library for the Performing Arts' beloved Theatre Division as it celebrates its 90th anniversary this year.

VIDEO: Watch Adrienne Warren, LaChanze and Celia Rose Gooding Perform NEXT TO NORMAL at Second Stage's Virtual Benefit Celebration
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 22, 2020

On Monday, September 21st, Second Stage Theater's Virtual Benefit Celebration honored Trustee Angela Sun and Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Tom Kitt for their extraordinary work, commitment to Second Stage and remarkable impact on American theater.

John Lithgow, Bill Irwin, Norm Lewis Will Honor Cora Cahan At New 42nd Street Gala
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2019

The New 42nd Street Gala will celebrate the vision and legacy of Cora Cahan, founding President & CEO, as she steps down after 29 years of extraordinary leadership. Proceeds from the Monday, June 3, 2019, event at The Plaza Hotel will benefit The New Victory Theater's innovative arts and engagement programs which reach more than 55,000 kids each year. 

New 42nd Street Announces The New Victory Theater Family Benefit
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 27, 2018

On Sunday, October 21, 2018, the New Victory Family Benefit will transform the historic New Victory Theater into a colorful land of food, fun and play inspired by the vibrant world of Tinga Tinga Tales - The Musical. Support from this benefit will provide critical funds for the award-winning New Victory Education Programs. Every year, our programs provide 40,000 school kids the opportunity to see live performances from around the world.

Photo Flash: Go Inside New 42nd Street Gala, Honoring J.K. Rowling
by Nicole Rosky - May 14, 2018

On Saturday night, the New 42nd Street honored J.K. Rowling in absentia with the New Victory Arts Award and host a benefit performance of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at The Lyric Theatre. The event, which included a strolling supper at The New Victory Theater, provides critical support to the nonprofit's award-winning arts education and youth employment programs. Guests included Steve Martin, Julianna Margulies, Michael Greif, Bethany Frankel, Carter Bays, Craig Thomas, Chairman of the Board of The New 42nd Street Fiona Rudin, and President of The New 42nd Street Cora Cahan.

Spread the Magic! HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Benefit Performance to Support Off-Broadway's New Victory Theater Today
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2018

The New 42nd Street Gala and Benefit Performance of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Parts One and Two will be held today, May 12, 2018. Proceeds from this special performance will support the award-winning Education Programs of The New Victory Theater.

Tickets on Sale Now for Benefit Performance of CURSED CHILD
by Julie Musbach - Mar 13, 2018

Tickets are on-sale now for the New 42nd Street benefit performance of Harry Potter and the Cursed Childat The Lyric Theatre on Saturday, May 12, 2018.The event will provide critical support to the nonprofit's award-winning arts education and year-round youth employment programs, while honoring J.K. Rowling in absentia with the New Victory Arts Award.

New 42nd Street Annual Gala to Honor J.K. ROWLING & Host Benefit Performance of HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD
by Julie Musbach - Feb 15, 2018

The New 42nd Street will honor J.K. Rowling in absentia with the New Victory Arts Award and host a benefit performance of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at The Lyric Theatre for its annual gala on Saturday, May 12, 2018. The event, which includes a strolling supper at The New Victory Theater, will provide critical support to the nonprofit's award-winning arts education and youth employment programs.