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Photos: Inside Rosie's Theater Kids PASSING IT ON Gala

Photos have been released from this year’s Passing It On Gala which honored writer, director and producer Charles Randolph-Wright. Check out the photos here!
Rosie's Theater Kids Will Present Passing It On Gala, An Evening of Mentorship Honoring Charles Randolph-Wright

Founder Rosie O’Donnell, and Founding Artistic and Executive Director Lori Klinger have announced that Rosie’s Theater Kids will honor writer, director and producer Charles Randolph-Wright at this year’s Passing It On Gala, an evening of performances celebrating 21 years of mentorship.
Mark DeGarmo Dance to Honor Deborah Jowitt with 'Educational Visonary' Lifetime Achievement Award

Mark DeGarmo Dance will honor dance writer DEBORAH JOWITT with the 2016 “Educational Visionary” Lifetime Achievement Award to celebrate her many accomplishments.  Ms. Jowitt danced with notable names such as José Limon and Anna Sokolow, choreographed works shown in venues in both the United States and overseas, published articles in The New York Times, The Village Voice and Dance Magazine, among others, and has lectured, taught and conducted workshops at universities in the U.S. and abroad.  The award is presented to “visionaries who have promoted innovation in education through the arts.” Fellow dance writer, dancer and choreographer, Gus Solomons, jr., will present Ms. Jowitt's award and comedian Nat Towsen, host of Nat Towsen's Downtown Variety Hour, will serve as Master of Ceremonies throughout the evening. New York's “Dance Party of the Year” includes hors d'oeuvres, drinks, a performance by our students, a dance lesson from our teaching artists and a silent auction featuring gift certificates, dinners, vacations, and more.
Mark DeGarmo Honors Deborah Jowitt In Dance For Dance

Mark DeGarmo Dance will honor dance writer DEBORAH JOWITT with the 2016 'Educational Visionary' Lifetime Achievement Award to celebrate her many accomplishments.  Ms. Jowitt danced with notable names such as Jose Limon and Anna Sokolow, choreographed works shown in venues in both the United States and overseas, published articles in The New York Times, The Village Voice and Dance Magazine, among others, and has lectured, taught and conducted workshops at universities in the U.S. and abroad. 
Deborah Jowitt to Recieve Educational Visionary Lifetime Achievement Award at DANCE for DANCE

Mark DeGarmo Dance will honor dance writer DEBORAH JOWITT with the 2016 "Educational Visionary" Lifetime Achievement Award to celebrate her many accomplishments.  Ms. Jowitt danced with notable names such as Jose Limon and Anna Sokolow, choreographed works shown in venues in both the United States and overseas, published articles in The New York Times, The Village Voice and Dance Magazine, among others, and has lectured, taught and conducted workshops at universities in the U.S. and abroad. 
Works by Mark Morris, Frederick Ashton and Twyla Tharp Set for ABT's 2015 Fall Gala Tonight

American Ballet Theatre's 2015 Fall season at the David H. Koch Theater opens tonight, October 21 with the annual opening night Gala at 6:30 P.M. Sponsored by JPMorgan Chase & Co., the evening will feature the New York City Premiere of AFTER YOU by choreographer Mark Morris, the Company Premiere of Frederick Ashton's MONOTONES I and II and the Revival Premiere of Twyla Tharp's THE BRAHMS-HAYDN VARIATIONS.
Works by Mark Morris, Frederick Ashton and Twyla Tharp Set for ABT's 2015 Fall Gala

American Ballet Theatre's 2015 Fall season at the David H. Koch Theater opens Wednesday, October 21 with the annual opening night Gala at 6:30 P.M. Sponsored by JPMorgan Chase & Co., the evening will feature the New York City Premiere of AFTER YOU by choreographer Mark Morris, the Company Premiere of Frederick Ashton's MONOTONES I and II and the Revival Premiere of Twyla Tharp's THE BRAHMS-HAYDN VARIATIONS.
Photo Flash: Hoda Kotb, Kathie Lee Gifford, Blythe Danner, James Earl Jones and More at Citymeals-on-Wheels 2014 'Power Lunch for Women'

More than 400 women -- leaders of industry, media, government and the arts -- attended the Citymeals-on-Wheels 28th Annual 'Power Lunch for Women' at The Plaza Hotel on November 21, 2014. This by-invitation-only benefit, emceed by Emmy-winning co-hosts of the 4th Hour of The Today Show Kathie Lee Gifford and Hoda Kotb, raised $1.26 million -- enough to provide 196,000 meals for New York's homebound elderly. BroadwayWorld has photos from the event below!
Photo Coverage: Cyndi Lauper, Nina Arianda & More Attend Citymeals 27th Annual Power Lunch for Women

More than 375 women -- leaders of industry, media, government, and the arts -- attended the Citymeals-on-Wheels 27th Annual 'Power Lunch for Women' at The Plaza Hotel on November 22, 2013. This by- invitation-only benefit, emceed by Katie Couric, is raised enough to provide more than 171,000 meals for New York's frail homebound aged. BroadwayWorld was there for the special event and you can check out complete coverage below!
American Ballet Theatre Fall Gala Raises $1.65 Million

American Ballet Theatre (ABT) held its annual Opening Night Fall Gala benefit last night at the David H. Koch Theatre, hosting over 700 patrons, sponsors, supporters, friends, alumni and members of the Board of Trustees. ABT's inaugural season at the David H. Koch Theatre marks the Company's first return to the venue since 1976. The gala, which serves as the opening of ABT's fall season at the Koch Theatre, raised $1.65 million dollars and a portion of the proceeds will support ABT's education and community outreach programs.
Photo Coverage: Christian Siriano et al. Host Benefit for Rosie's Theater Kids

The Junior Board of Rosie's Theater Kids presented A Night at the Vault Benefit Gala at The Vault at Pfaff's on last night, June 21. Honorary Hosts include Project Runway's Christina Siriano, Leslie Ziff and Nyasha Zimucha. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the event and brings you photo coverage below!
Christian Siriano Among Hosts of Gala Benefit For Rosie's Theater Kids, 6/21

The Junior Board of Rosie's Theater Kids will present A Night at the Vault Benefit Gala at The Vault at Pfaff's on Tuesday, June 21 at 8pm. Honorary Hosts will also include Project Runway's Christian Siriano, Leslie Ziff and Nyasha Zimucha.
KDNY presents TREADING PUDDLES at Westport Country Playhouse

New York-based contemporary dance company KDNY presents TREADING PUDDLES choreographed by Kathleen Dyer and set to original live music by Connecticut composer Cristina Spinei at the Westport Country Playhouse, 25 Powers Court, Westport, CT, on January 23 at 7:30pm and January 24 at 3pm.
KDNY presents TREADING PUDDLES at Westport Country Playhouse

New York-based contemporary dance company KDNY presents TREADING PUDDLES choreographed by Kathleen Dyer and set to original live music by Connecticut composer Cristina Spinei at the Westport Country Playhouse, 25 Powers Court, Westport, CT, on January 23 at 7:30pm and January 24 at 3pm.
KDNY presents TREADING PUDDLES at Westport Country Playhouse

New York-based contemporary dance company KDNY presents TREADING PUDDLES choreographed by Kathleen Dyer and set to original live music by Connecticut composer Cristina Spinei at the Westport Country Playhouse, 25 Powers Court, Westport, CT, on January 23 at 7:30pm and January 24 at 3pm.
KDNY Presents 'Treading Puddles' World Premieres Series, 12/3 - 12/6

New York-based contemporary dance company KDNY presents their 2009 NYC Season, TREADING PUDDLES, an evening of World Premieres set to original live music by Cristina Spinei at The Alvin Ailey Citigroup Theater, The Joan Weill Center for Dance from December 3-6, 2009.
KDNY Presents 'Treading Puddles' World Premieres Series, 12/3 - 12/6

New York-based contemporary dance company KDNY presents their 2009 NYC Season, TREADING PUDDLES, an evening of World Premieres set to original live music by Cristina Spinei at The Alvin Ailey Citigroup Theater, The Joan Weill Center for Dance from December 3-6, 2009.
KDNY Presents 'Treading Puddles' World Premieres Series, 12/3 - 12/6

New York-based contemporary dance company KDNY presents their 2009 NYC Season, TREADING PUDDLES, an evening of World Premieres set to original live music by Cristina Spinei at The Alvin Ailey Citigroup Theater, The Joan Weill Center for Dance from December 3-6, 2009.
KDNY Presents 'Treading Puddles' World Premieres Series, 12/3 - 12/6

New York-based contemporary dance company KDNY presents their 2009 NYC Season, TREADING PUDDLES, an evening of World Premieres set to original live music by Cristina Spinei at The Alvin Ailey Citigroup Theater, The Joan Weill Center for Dance from December 3-6, 2009.
KDNY Presents 'Treading Puddles' World Premieres Series, 12/3 - 12/6

New York-based contemporary dance company KDNY presents their 2009 NYC Season, TREADING PUDDLES, an evening of World Premieres set to original live music by Cristina Spinei at The Alvin Ailey Citigroup Theater, The Joan Weill Center for Dance from December 3-6, 2009.

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