From Today, April 30, through May 10, bidders will be able to compete for 25 lots of unique autographed Broadway memorabilia at www.auctionof1000stars.com. This mini-auction is a preview of the main Auction of 1000 Stars, which will launch online June 11 and will feature once-in-a-lifetime experiences, autographed memorabilia from the entertainment industry and sports world, and much more.
Featured items available in the mini-auction include a prop drawing from
Three Days of Rain signed by cast members
Julia Roberts,
Paul Rudd, and
Bradley Cooper; a copy of
Off The Wall at Sardi's signed by famed restaurateur Vincent Sardi, Jr; and signed Playbills and posters from shows including
Company,
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee,
Avenue Q,
Butley,
Doubt,
The Drowsy Chaperone,
Faith Healer,
The History Boys,
The Lieutenant Of Inishmore,
Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street and the
Chicago production of
Wicked.
Press releases state, "The auction benefits The Actors Fund, a nationwide human services organization that helps all professionals - both performers and those behind the scenes - in performing arts and entertainment. Founded in 1882, The Fund serves those in film, theatre, television, music, opera, and dance with a broad spectrum of programs including comprehensive social services, health services, supportive and affordable housing, emergency financial assistance, employment and training services, and skilled nursing and assisted living care. Administered from offices in New York, Los Angeles, and
Chicago, The Actors' Fund is a safety net, providing programs and services for those who are in need, crisis, or transition."
For more information, including a full schedule of upcoming events, visit
www.actorsfund.org.
