New York City
The evening will include performances by Justin Vivian Bond, Erin Markey, and more.
PS122's spring 2017 gala, which is set to take place April 4 at the Diamond Horseshoe, will honor Tony winner Alan Cumming. In addition, PS122 will present Ben Rodríguez-Cubeñas with a Shining Star Award and welcome new executive artistic director Jenny Schlenzka.
The evening's emcee will be celebrated choreographer and director Jack Ferver, with remarks and performances by Justin Vivian Bond, choreographer and arts advocate Ishmael Houston-Jones, Emmy award-winning composer, lyricist, and performer Lance Horne, cabaret star and DJ Amber Martin, and singer and comedian Erin Markey. There will also be a live auction conducted by burlesque performer Julie Atlas Muz and dancing with DJ Amber Martin.
Auction highlights include art work by feminist painter Judith Bernstein, a custom designed tattoo by famed Scottish artist Douglas Gordon, a custom print of Andy Warhol by photographer Paige Powell, and experiences with Broadway Puppeteer Basil Twist, a VIP champagne experience at Sleep No More, among others.