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Our 2026 Annual Gala
May 6th, 2026
We’re thrilled to share the first news of our biggest celebration of the year. Our 2026 Gala will take place on May 6th beginning with a reception at Catherine Lombardi/Stage Left and culminating with a cabaret performance by top talent at NBPAC.
Past cabaret performers have included:
- André De Shields (Hadestown, The Wiz)
- Ariana DeBose (Hamilton, Summer: The Donna Summer Musical)
- Betty Buckley (Cats, Sunset Boulevard)
- Kate Baldwin (Hello, Dolly, Finian's Rainbow)
- Santino Fontana (Tootsie, Cinderella)
This unforgettable evening brings together our most passionate supporters for a night of thrilling performances, impactful stories, and a celebration of the people and city that make our work possible.
Mark your calendar now! Formal invitations, featured performers, ticketing details, and early-access opportunities will be released soon.
We can’t wait to celebrate with you.
To RSVP, email development@georgestplayhouse.org or call 732-258-7554
This Year's Honoree
George Street Playhouse will be honoring Emily Mann, playwright and former artistic director of McCarter Theatre Center, with the Arthur Laurents Award for Distinguished Artistic Achievement. It will be only the third time the award has been handed out.
The Arthur Laurents Award for Distinguished Artistic Achievement honors an individual whose career exemplifies artisitic excellence, leadership, and a deep commitment to the transformative power of theatre. Past recipients are Marlo Thomas and David Saint
Emily Mann's groundbreaking body of work and visionary leadership have reshaped American theatre for more than five decades. She led McCarter Theatre for 30 years, won a Tony as its Artistic Director, and is also a Tony-nominated playwright and director for her work Having Our Say.
Can't Make It on May 6th?
There are many ways to celebrate and show your desire to support what we do. Make a recurring donation to George Street Playhouse to make sure that your impact is still felt while you kick back.
