Photo Coverage: Lavin, Pinkins & More Honor Paul Libin at Excellence in Theater Awards

Libin, currently producing The Book of Mormon, American Idiot, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Jersey Boys, as well as others, produced his first play in New York in 1958 and has since produced more than 250 productions on Broadway, Off-Broadway, and on tour. A recipient of many awards, including seven Tony Awards, he is chair of the Broadway League and serves on committees for the Tony Awards and Actors Fund, among others. He is president of the Circle in the Square Theatre School and Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

Among those saluting Libin, president and co-owner of Jujamcyn Theaters Jordan Roth, Tony Award-winning composer and lyricist Bill Finn, producers Stephen and Ruth Hendel, producer Roger Berlind, producer and chairman of the National Endowment for the Arts Rocco Landesman, producer Richie Jackson, chief executive of the theater advertising agency Serino Coyne and 2010 Excellence in Theater honoree Nancy Coyne, producer and 2009 Excellence in Theater honoree Roy Furman and many more.

Funds raised will be contributed to UJA-Federation of New York's annual campaign, which sustains the activity of more than 100 health, human-service, educational, and community-building agencies.
UJA-Federation of New York, the world's largest community-based philanthropy, raises funds that sustain the activities of more than 100 health, human-service, educational, and community-building agencies. Every day, these community-based organizations provide a multitude of services that combat poverty, help the elderly age with dignity, promote Jewish identity and renewal, strengthen children and families, and open doors to those with disabilities and special needs. With a reach that spans New York, Israel, and 60 countries around the globe, we touch the lives of 4.5 million people every year, fulfilling a mission to care for people in need, inspire a passion for Jewish life and learning, and strengthen Jewish communities. For more information, please visit www.ujafedny.org.

Photo Credit: Peter James Zielinski