New York Live Arts Anniversary Gala

Honoring the past and looking toward the future, the Anniversary Gala celebrated 10 years of New York Live Arts and 40 years of Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Company. Hosted by Helga Davis and co-chaired by Sarah Arison, Darnell L. Moore, Slobodan Randjelović, and Jon Stryker, the Anniversary Gala was a celebratory event to remember with an intimate cocktail reception, dinner, live performances, and an awards presentation. This year’s Gala Honorees were Elizabeth Alexander, Henry Louis Gates, and Darren Walker. Each honoree was recognized for their work and achievements in building a sustainable future for the Arts.

Special programming during the event featured Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Company
, Black Thought of The Roots, MX Oops, Shamel Pitts of TRIBE, 
and music by Natasha Diggs, as well as a special appearance by Akim Funk Buddha. The Gala was held at the Chelsea Factory in Manhattan.


Our Involvement:

  • Lead Producer

  • Project Development and Management

  • Event and Program Management

  • Client Management and Communications

  • Budget Management

  • Venue Management and Catering

  • On-site Execution

  • Logistics (including AV/Tech) and Run-of-Show

  • Decor (in partnership with The Style Marc)

  • Recommend and Secure DJ

  • COVID Safety Compliance

An evening to remember

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