Constructed by , the tribute featured reminiscences and/or performances by a host of theatre luminaries, including , , , , , , , , and gossip columnist with additional reminiscences by and Julie Keyes.
, Ms. Stritch's longtime musical director, served as musical director for the event.
Ms. Stritch passed away July 17 at the age of 89.
The Honorary Producing Committee for the celebration includes Chiemi Karasawa, Carol Fineman, Rob Bowman, Hal Prince, Hunter Ryan Herdlicka, Julie Keyes, Rick Borutta, Mindy Cohn, Joseph Rosenthal, Cheryl Wiesenfeld and Will Gaines.
Everybody, Rise! was made possible in part by support from / and Kinky Boots the Musical and IAC. Additional support is provided by , Lyn and Norman Lear, Ms. Terry Hekker, Steinway & Sons.
A percentage of all contributions will be donated to the Elaine Stritch Scholarship Fund at the Studio of Acting.
