Arena Stage to host An Evening With Ana Gasteyer Benefit

12/16/2015 3:36pm


Arena Stage Artistic Director Molly Smith and Executive Producer Edgar Dobie have announced An Evening with Ana Gasteyer, an exclusive celebration that includes the inaugural presentation of the Beth Newburger Schwartz Award, Mon May 9, 2016 at the Mead Center for American Theater (1101 Sixth St, SW) in Washington DC. 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. Press contact: Greta Hays/Arena Stage (202/600-4056)...