Photo Coverage: In Rehearsal for the New York Pops 30th Anniversary Celebration With Megan Hilty, Laura Osnes and More!

Tonight, April 29, The New York Pops marks its 30th birthday with a grand gala evening honoring the musical talents of songwriters Frank Loesser and Jule Styne, and the centennial of legendary entertainer Danny Kaye. Paula Zahn, host of NYC ARTS on PBS, will host the evening. Go behind the scenes with rehearsal snapshots below!

The event begins at 7:00 PM with a concert at Carnegie Hall featuring a spectacular lineup of guest artists under the baton of Music Director Steven Reineke.

Performers include Laura Benanti, Rob McClure, Donna Murphy, James Naughton, Kelli O'Hara, Laura Osnes and Anthony Warlow and more. The New York Pops will also be joined by the Ronald McDonald House Rockin' the House Band and Chorus, Camp Broadway Kids and The New York Pops Salute to Music Students. Following the concert, a black tie dinner and dance will be held at the luxurious Plaza Hotel.

Photos by Stephen Sorokoff

Steven Reineke

Stephanie J. Block & Steven Reineke

Stephanie J. Block & Steven Reineke

Betsy Wolfe & Steven Reineke

Laura Osnes & Steven Reineke

Steven Reineke

Leslie Uggams & Steven Reineke

Megan Hilty & Steven Reineke

Steven Reineke & Megan Hilty

Steven Reineke & Megan Hilty

Steven Reineke & Megan Hilty

Marilyn Maye

Carnegie Hall

Ronald McDonald Rockin' The House Band & Chorus & Camp Broadway Kids

Camp Broadway Kids