To commemorate World AIDS Day and to honor those affected by HIV and AIDS, Playbill™ is honored to present Remember the Ribbon: A Tribute to World AIDS Day, thanks to our premier sponsor, Gilead.
This special evening, filled with storytellers and songs, celebrates, tributes, and remembers those affected by HIV and AIDS, whether in their own lives, or with those they know and love.
The live event took place on Sunday, November 21st at Sony Hall in New York. From December 1st through December 3rd, Playbill will stream Remember the Ribbon: A Tribute to World AIDS Day here on Playbill.com and Playbill’s YouTube page with a donation button to help benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.
We hope you join us in this special evening. #RememberTheRibbon
More about Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS:
Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS is the philanthropic heart of Broadway, helping ensure those affected by HIV/AIDS, COVID-19 and other life-threatening illnesses nationwide receive medication, healthy meals, counseling, and emergency assistance. Broadway Cares is the single largest financial supporter of the social service programs at The Actors Fund, helping everyone in entertainment and the performing arts. Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS also awards annual grants to more than 450 AIDS and family service organizations in all 50 states, Puerto Rico and Washington, D.C.
Alan Menken, Billy Porter, Chita Rivera, and Beth Leavel will make virtual appearances.
The evening will feature performances and storytelling to honor those affected by HIV and AIDS.
This installment also features a performance by fellow gay, Black, and HIV-positive artist Jamar Rogers.
“When I'm doing eight shows a week, HIV is not in my way,” says the Hamilton star, as he dispells myths around HIV, AIDS, and health.