Benefits and GalasInside the Williamstown Theatre Festival Gala With Laura Benanti, Ashley Park, and MoreThe annual gala, held at Tao Downtown February 10, honored Festival trustees Bo and Katherine Peabody.
By
Marc J. Franklin
February 11, 2020
The Williamstown Theatre Festival celebrated is annual gala at Tao Downtown February 10. The New York City event, honoring Bo and Katherine Peabody, featured performances from Broadway favorites including Tony Award winner Laura Benanti and Tony nominee Ashley Park.
The event also welcomed Bobby Cannavale, Carla Gugino, and more to commemorate the Festival trustees. The duo have served as Williamstown Theatre Festival trustees for more than 20 years: Bo from 1998 to 2007 and Katherine since 2008.
Proceeds from the event support Self Help Africa's work to alleviate hunger, poverty, social inequality, and the impact of climate change in sub-Saharan Africa.
The Alicia Keys musical made its world premiere at the Off-Broadway company and is due to begin performances at the Shubert Theatre on Broadway March 28.
The gala will feature performances from Birch and Cariou's extensive theatrical careers, including Grease, They’re Playing Our Song, and A Little Night Music.
DIFFA raises awareness and grants funds to organizations that provide treatment, direct care services, preventive education programs, and advocacy for individuals affected by HIV/AIDS, food and housing insecurities, and mental health issues