The Public Theater (Oskar Eustis, Artistic Director; Patrick Willingham, Exec Dir) announced today that the 2014 Public Theater Annual Gala will present ONE THRILLING COMBINATION, a gala event directed by Ted Sperling celebrating Marvin Hamlisch, The Public Theater and the creation of A Chorus Line on Mon June 23 at the Delacorte. This unforgettable summer evening will celebrate the 40th anniversary of the creation of The Public’s groundbreaking musical, A Chorus Line, and the legendary man behind the music, Marvin Hamlisch, in a one-night-only, star-studded gala to support The Public Theater. Renée Beaumont and Lizanne Rosenstein will serve as Gala Co-Chairs. The Public will honor Hamlisch as this year’s 2014 Artistic Honoree, in an evening that will also include songs from throughout his theatrical career. The gala evening at the Delacorte will begin with cocktails at 5:00 PM. followed by dinner alfresco in Central Park. The performance of "One Thrilling Combination" at 8:00 PM will be followed by a dessert reception under the stars. The gala rain date is Tuesday, June 24. Tickets are available for purchase by calling (212) 539-8634 or on-line at www.publictheater.org. Press contact: Julie Danni/The Public (539-8642)...