American Theatre Wing Gala

9/5/2012 4:34pm


The American Theatre Wing has announced that its annual Gala, to be held Mon Sept 24 at 6:30 PM at The Plaza Hotel, will honor the Redgrave family’s six generations of outstanding work and invaluable contributions to the theatrical community. Vanessa Redgrave, along with other family members, will be in attendance to share in the celebration. This year’s Gala will also pay tribute to Theodore S Chapin, Exec Dir of The Rodgers & Hammerstein Organization, for his exceptional service as Chair of the American Theatre Wing. All proceeds from the evening will benefit the education and outreach programs of the American Theatre Wing, which include SpringboardNYC, the Theatre Intern Group, the National Theatre Company Grants and the Jonathan Larson Grants, and will also support free access for students, aspiring professionals, and the general public to programming on AmericanTheatreWing.org, including “Working in the Theatre,” “Downstage Center,” and “In the Wings.” The evening includes cocktails, dinner and performances. For more information, or to purchase tickets or a table, please contact Nicole Mitzel (765-0606 x302). Press contact: O&M Co (695-7400)...