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Ariana DeBose Named as Final Honoree for The Entertainment Community Fund Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2025

Academy Award-winning actor, dancer and singer Ariana DeBose will round out the line up of honorees for The Entertainment Community Fund's Annual Gala. Learn more about the event and see how to attend.

A Pitch-Perfect Tribute to Broadway Cares / Equity Fights AIDS Executive Director Tom Viola
by Richard Jay-Alexander - Dec 17, 2024

It was a room full of love last night, at New York City’s Edison Ballroom, where decades worth of Broadway royalty, Industry professionals and multiple award winners came to honor the legacy of Tom Viola, as he prepares to retire at the end of this year from his 36 year run as Executive Director of BROADWAY CARES / EQUITY FIGHTS AIDS.

Photo Special: Celebrating BC/EFA Executive Director Tom Viola
by Robert Diamond - Dec 16, 2024

All of us here at BroadwayWorld wanted to pay tribute to Tom, and to our strong partnership, by taking a look back with this photo gallery below. 

Photos: Inside �¿Drew & Dane's 32nd Annual Festivity Supporting Broadway Cares
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2024

On Monday evening, Broadway had its holiday season kick-off at Sony Hall with Drew & Dane’s 32nd Annual Festivity, Five Golden Rings, inspired by the 2024 Paris Olympics and reflecting the incredibly strong bonds and resilience of the Broadway community. The dinner and show were a benefit supporting Broadway Cares. Check out photos from the show.

Photos: Inside DREW & DANE'S 32ND ANNUAL FESTIVITY Supporting Broadway Cares
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 2024

On Monday evening, Broadway had its holiday season kick-off at Sony Hall with Drew & Dane’s 32nd Annual Festivity, Five Golden Rings, inspired by the 2024 Paris Olympics and reflecting the incredibly strong bonds and resilience of the Broadway community. See photos of the show.

Denzel Washington & James L. Nederlander to be Honored at The Entertainment Community Fund Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2024

The Entertainment Community Fund will host its Annual Gala, The evening will celebrate Tony Award winner and Academy Award winner Denzel Washington and Theater Owner and Producer James L. Nederlander. Learn how to attend.

Josh Groban, Brian Stokes Mitchell  and More Join STARS IN THE HOUSE: VOTE-A-THON
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 4, 2024

Stars in the House has announced Josh Groban, Neil Patrick Harris, Brian Stokes Mitchell and more for the second annual Election Day Vote-A-Thon.

Lin-Manuel Miranda, Martin Short, Shoshana Bean, and More Join STARS IN THE HOUSE Vote-A-Thon
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 2, 2024

“Stars in the House” will return for its second Election Day Vote-A-Thon with a star-studded lineup joining hosts Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley Jackson to talk about their voting experiences and deliver LIVE musical performances.

Photos: Inside Black Theatre United's 2024 Gala
by Jonah Hale - Oct 2, 2024

Earlier this week, Black Theatre United celebrated its 2024 Gala, “Generations of Excellence.' Check out photos from the star-studded red carpet!

Video: Entertainment Community Fund's Friedman J. Health Center Receives 2024 Tony Honor
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 18, 2024

On Sunday, June 16, the Entertainment Community Fund and Mount Sinai Doctors’ Samuel J. Friedman Health Center for the Performing Arts received a 2024 Tony Honor for Excellence in Theatre. Watch the acceptance speech!

David Henry Hwang & More Join Entertainment Community Fund Board
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 6, 2024

The Entertainment Community Fund welcomed the appointment of four new board members. Learn more about the Fund.

THE OUTSIDERS, ILLINOISE & More to Host Performances Benefitting The Entertainment Community Fund
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 9, 2024

The Outsiders, Patriots, Illinoise, An Enemy of the People and The Who’s Tommy will all host performances with blocks of tickets dedicated to supporting The Entertainment Community Fund. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Seth MacFarlane & More to be Honored at The Entertainment Community Fund Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 19, 2024

The Entertainment Community Fund will host its Annual Gala on Monday, April 8, 2024, in New York City. See who is being honored and learn how to purchase tickets.

Lisa Ann Walter Wins CELEBRITY JEOPARDY!, Donates to Entertainment Community Fund
by Stephi Wild - Jan 30, 2024

Lisa Ann Walter was revealed as the winner of Celebrity Jeopardy! last week. As part of her big win, she was able to donate her earnings to the charity of her choice. Walter chose to donate her $1,000,000 to the Entertainment Community Fund.

Entertainment Community Fund Reflects on 2023; Over $14.8 Million Distributed to Film and Television Workers
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 20, 2023

Delve into the accomplishments and impact of the Entertainment Community Fund in 2023. Explore the initiatives, achievements, and contributions made by the fund throughout the year that have positively influenced the entertainment community.

Encore Hosts Annual ENCORE OVATION: A CELEBRATION OF AGING THROUGH ART
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 2, 2023

Celebrities honored at Encore Ovation: A Celebration of Aging Through Art. Encore Community Services recognizes Broadway stars at Theater District event to support successful aging.

MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, PURLIE VICTORIOUS, SPAMALOT & HARMONY to Host Performances Benefiting The Entertainment Community Fund
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 30, 2023

Merrily We Roll Along, Purlie Victorious, Spamalot and Harmony will all host performances this winter with blocks of tickets dedicated to supporting The Entertainment Community Fund (formerly The Actors Fund) as part of their Benefit Performance program, Producer’s Picks.

The Entertainment Community Fund Names Dustin H. Chinn as 2023 Mark O'Donnell Prize Winner
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 20, 2023

The Entertainment Community Fund and Playwrights Horizons have named New York City playwright, Dustin H. Chinn, as the 2023 recipient of The Mark O’Donnell Prize.

Photos: JAMIE DEROY & FRIENDS Returns To the Birdland Stage
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 25, 2023

Once again, hostess/producer Jamie deRoy brought her multi-MAC Award-winning Variety Show, Jamie deRoy & friends, back to Birdland on Monday, October 23.  See photos of the evening.

Broadway Cares Makes $1 Million Grant To Entertainment Community Fund In Wake Of SAG-AFTRA And WGA Strikes
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 24, 2023

Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS announced today a $1 million emergency grant, made in the name of the Broadway community, to the Entertainment Community Fund to provide immediate assistance and services for entertainment professionals affected by the SAG-AFTRA and Writers Guild of America strikes.