will host and provide music direction for the 7:30 PM concert, which will feature performances from (Violet), (Cinderella), (Peter and the Starcatcher), (The Phantom of the Opera), (Annie), (The Wild Party) and (A Christmas Story).
A post-performance reception with cast members (for VIP guests) will follow.
Best in Shows will be presented by Dorothy and , and the evening will also feature surprise two and four-legged guests.
Tony Award-honored animal trainer Bill Berloni's animals have starred in Broadway, television and Hollywood movies, starting with the original Sandy in Annie in 1977 to the newest Sandy, the star of the upcoming "Annie" film, produced by and .
The Berlonis met over 20 years ago and have been rescuing and training animals ever since. They focus their efforts on helping the Humane Society of New York, where Bill is director of animal behavior and training. For the first time, they are bringing their two worlds together, the Humane Society of New York and Broadway, to help raise money for animals in need.
New World Stages is located at 340 W. 50th Street. For tickets, call (212) 239-6200 or visit . For more information, visit .
