Big Apple Performing Arts Presents Annual Harmony Gala in New York City

Big Apple Performing Arts, the home of the New York City Gay Men's Chorus and Youth Pride Chorus, today announced Broadway's Nick Adams as host of its annual fundraising gala, Harmony, with special appearances by the legendary Lady Bunny and dance pop superstar Erika Jayne from Bravo's Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. Harmony, New York City's most flamboyant gala and party to benefit the NYCGMC and YPC, will be held on Monday, February 22, 2016 starting at 6pm at the Diamond Horseshoe in Manhattan's theatre district.

Now in its seventh year, Harmony has become one of the most fun, high-energy, and must-attend fundraising galas on the New York social calendar. "This year, Harmony will be bigger, sexier, and more spectacular than ever," said Charlie Beale, Artistic Director of Big Apple Performing Arts. "More performances, more passion, more spectacle, and most importantly more opportunities to support these world-class, New York institutions," Beale added. "The missions of both the New York City Gay Men's Chorus and Youth Pride Chorus have always been about pushing the envelope, being fierce champions for equality, love, and acceptance, and having a damn good time doing it. This year's Moulin Rouge theme certainly brings all of this to life at one of the city's most seductive venues, the Diamond Horseshoe," Beale further commented.

Harmony will include live, silent, and online auctions for an array of prizes, such as vacations, tickets to top Broadway shows, dinners at some of the city's best restaurants, unique artwork, special experiences, and many other exclusive offerings. Live and silent auctions at Harmony are for attendees only, however online auctions can be accessed by anyone at biddingforgood.com/BAPA. Online bids are being accepted up to the Harmony gala on February 22.

Nick Adams, whose credits include Wicked, Priscilla Queen of the Desert, Chicago, Guys and Dolls, and La Cage aux Folles, will be host for the evening, with very special performances by the legendary Lady Bunny and dance pop superstar Erika Jayne from Bravo's Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.

"We're so excited to have the enormously talented Nick Adams, Lady Bunny, and the ever-fabulous Erika Jayne join us for Harmony this year," said Skie Ocasio, Director of Harmony. "There will be so much talent in the room with Nick, Erika, Lady Bunny, the New York City Gay Men's Chorus, Youth Pride Chorus, and our new NYCGMC ensemble, Tonewall. Anyone attending Harmony is certain to be jumping out of their chairs to cheer and dance throughout the night," added Derek Charles Livingston, Managing Director of Big Apple Performing Arts. The New York City Gay Men's Chorus will also be launching its new logo and branding at Harmony. As they prepare for the unveiling, the Chair of Big Apple Performing Arts, Jason Sirois, commented "we have an amazingly talented and diverse chorus who produce incredible music.

The NYCGMC is worldclass and we've made a huge impact on the LGBTQ community over the past 35 years. Now we're looking ahead and can't wait to launch our new branding, which reflects our diversity and personality today with an eye to the future."

Tickets for Harmony are now on sale at nycgmc.org and all proceeds go toward the NYCGMC and YPC. VIP tickets (which include a VIP reception at 6pm, open bar, canapés, and other perks) start at $295 (tables can be purchased for 2 to 10 people). General admission tickets (which include a drink ticket and access to the performances from 8pm) are $95. Dance party tickets (for entry after 9.30pm) are $45.

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