Jackson, Parker, Gunn and More Appear at 2008 Emery Awards 11/11

On Tuesday, November 11th, Macy's and Marc Ecko will present the 2008 Emery Awards at Cipriani 42nd St. This year's awards honor those who have worked to support LGBT youth, and features a special performance by Cheyenne Jackson, star of Broadway's XANADU, ALL SHOOK UP and AIDA.

Emery 2008 honorees are Mary-Louise Parker, Peter Wilson, and the M.A.C AIDS fund, presented by designer Jeffrey Kalinsky and rap artist Eve

The live auctioneer will be the 'fabulous'  Bianca Del Rio and After-Party DJ will be the equally 'fabulous' Lady Bunny, explain press notes.

And a special performance by the youth of The Hetrick-Martin Institute.

The evening will be hosted by Project Runways' Tim Gunn.

The Hetrick-Martin Institute, Home of The Harvey Milk High School, "believes all young people, regardless of sexual orientation or identity, deserve a safe and supportive environment in which to achieve their full potential. The Hetrick-Martin Institute creates this environment for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning youth between the ages of 12 and 21 and their families. In addition, through a comprehensive package of direct services and referrals, the Hetrick-Martin Institute seeks to foster healthy youth development. The Hetrick-Martin Institute's staff promotes excellence in the delivery of youth services and uses its expertise to create innovative programs that other organizations may use as models," according to a press article.    

For more information about the Hetrick-Martin Institute and the Emery Awards please visit: www.hmi.org