Last night, April 29, The New York Pops marked 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, hosted the evening. See the red carpet photos below!
The event began 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 included Laura Benanti, Stephanie J. Block, Rob McClure, Donna Murphy, James Naughton, Kelli O'Hara, Laura Osnes and Anthony Warlow and more. The New York Pops were also 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 Genevieve Rafter Keddy
Dena Kaye
Elizabeth Stanley and Max von Essen
Elizabeth Stanley and Max von Essen
Steven Reineke and Laura Benanti
Steven Reineke and Leslie Uggams
Steven Reineke and Marilyn Maye
Steven Reineke and Max von Essen
Rob McClure, Steven Reineke and Max von Essen
Rob McClure, Steven Reineke and Max von Essen
Nick Adams, Steven Reineke and Max von Essen
Nick Adams, Steven Reineke and Max von Essen
Steven Reineke and Anthony Warlow
Laura Osnes and Stephanie J. Block
Laura Osnes and Stephanie J. Block
Laura Osnes and Stephanie J. Block
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