Ana Gasteyer to Headline One-Night-Only Benefit at Arena Stage in 2016

Arena Stage Artistic Director Molly Smith and Executive Producer Edgar Dobie are pleased to announce An Evening with Ana Gasteyer, an exclusive celebration that includes the inaugural presentation of the Beth Newburger Schwartz Award, Monday, May 9, 2016 at the Mead Center for American Theater (1101 Sixth St., SW).

Born and raised in D.C., Gasteyer has appeared on Broadway in Wicked and The Threepenny Opera and is widely known for her memorable roles in film and TV, including six seasons on Saturday Night Live. For the benefit cabaret performance, the comedienne will perform hits from her new jazz album "I'm Hip" with members of her band, delivering saucy and fun-loving renditions from the American songbook.

The evening kicks off with a VIP cocktail reception and three-course seated dinner, followed by the performance, after which guests will enjoy a music, wine and dessert reception.

Dinner will feature the presentation of the inaugural award in Arena Stage Board Chair Beth Newburger Schwartz's honor, for her invaluable work at Arena Stage and throughout her career to promote and recognize women's roles throughout American history. This will be awarded annually to a female leader who strives to better the community in which she lives through her own unique strengths and talents.

All proceeds from the evening support Arena Stage's award-winning artistic and community engagement programs. Space is limited.

Complimentary valet parking will be available.

Event Schedule
Monday May 9, 2016
5:30 p.m. Cocktail reception and seated dinner
8:30 p.m. Cabaret performance by Ana Gasteyer
Post-show music, wine and dessert reception following the performance

Individual Tickets
Dinner Ticket - $1,000
Performance Ticket - $500
Young Professional Ticket (35 or under) - $150

For additional event details visit arenastage.org/donate/special-events/an-evening-with-ana-gasteyer.

For information on individual ticket or table purchases please contact Maria Corso at 202-600-4025 or email mcorso@arenastage.org.

For information on corporate sponsorship packages, please contact Char Manlove-Laws at 202-600-4030 or email cmanlove-laws@ArenaStage.org.

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