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HARRY CONNICK, JR. STAR OF SOLD-OUT 2025 KRAVIS CENTER GALA

The Kravis Center hosted its annual Gala on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, with record-breaking proceeds surpassing $1 million and a sold-out crowd of nearly 500 guests. Chairing this year’s Gala were long-standing Kravis Center supporters Kristen and David Lambert, and Renay Wasserstein and William A. Meyer. Honorary Chairs were Kathryn C. Vecellio and Monika E. Preston.

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KRAVIS CENTER’S TOP DONORS HONORED AT 29th ANNUAL FOUNDERS’ DINNER

The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts’ major donors and their guests attended a special evening on Friday, February 7, in honor of the Kravis Center’s Founder Members.

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Founder Members’ Dinner sponsored for the 29th consecutive year by

Riverdance 30 – The Next Generation sponsored by Alec and Sheila Engelstein Philanthropic Fund • Zelda Mason

KRAVIS CENTER LUNCH & LEARN SERIES RETURNS WITH NEW YORK CITY BALLET: CHOREOGRAPHY & COUTURE

The Kravis Center held its second luncheon of the popular ArtSmart Lunch & Learn educational series on February 10. Marc Harpel, Director of Costumes at NYCB, shared his behind-the-scenes insights into his work with the world’s most sought-after fashion designers. He was joined on stage by Gianna Reisen, choreographer of NYCB Fall Fashion Gala. The discussion was introduced by Emmy Award® winner and former NYCB member, Steven Caras.

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KRAVIS CENTER HOSTS RELATED ROSS AT SECOND CORPORATE PARTNERS LUNCHEON OF THE SEASON

The Kravis Center held the second installment of its Corporate Partners Business Speaker Series luncheon on Wednesday, February 5, featuring Stephen M. Ross, CEO and Chairman of Related Ross, Founder of Related Companies, and Owner of the Miami Dolphins, in conversation with Kenneth A. Himmel, President of Related Ross and Kravis Center Board member. The event was held in the Kravis Center’s Gimelstob Ballroom in the Cohen Pavilion and was sponsored by NYU Langone Health.

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KRAVIS CENTER LUNCH & LEARN SERIES RETURNS WITH RENÉE FLEMING: MUSIC AND MIND

The Kravis Center recently kicked off its popular ArtSmart Lunch & Learn educational series on January 6. The five-time Grammy Award winning artist and World Health Organization Goodwill Ambassador for Arts and Health, Renée Fleming, led the conversation discussing the intersection of music, arts, neuroscience, and healthcare.

Learn more about the Lunch & Learn event featuring Renee Fleming.

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KRAVIS DRESS CIRCLE AND HELEN K. PERSSON SOCIETY MEMBERS HONORED AT RECEPTION

The Kravis Center hosted “An Evening of Gratitude” for its Dress Circle and Helen K. Persson Society members on December 18 in the Dreyfoos Hall stage and backstage area. Nearly 170 guests were treated like stars, entering through the Gosman Family Artist Entrance and enjoying special behind-the-scenes tours of Dreyfoos Hall. The evening included cocktails and passed hors d’oeuvres by Kravis Events by Lessing’s Hospitality.

Learn more about the Kravis Center‘s Dress Circle or Helen K. Persson Society membership

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KRAVIS CENTER KICKS OFF CORPORATE PARTNERS LUNCHEON SERIES WITH TIMELY TOPIC

The Kravis Center held its first Corporate Partners Business Speaker Series luncheon of the season with RMS International on Wednesday, December 11 in the Kravis Center’s Gimelstob Ballroom in the Cohen Pavilion. RMS International provides ad hoc and long-term security solutions in the private and corporate arena. The luncheon presentation was sponsored by NYU Langone Health.

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A SPIRITED START: KRAVIS CENTER’S YOUNG PROFESSIONALS TOAST TO A NEW SEASON

The Kravis Center set the stage for connections during its recent Young Professionals season kickoff on October 17 at the Center’s Rinker Playhouse. Attendees enjoyed an evening filled with cocktails, light bites and an electric atmosphere that set the tone for a season brimming with possibilities.

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STARS ALIGN FOR YOUNG PROFESSIONALS AT KRAVIS CENTER’S “SIP IN SPACE” EVENT

On August 22, the cosmos collided with cocktails as young professionals gathered for an out-of-this-world experience at the Kravis Center’s “Sip in Space at The Infinite,” hosted by Kravis Center Young Professionals, Junior League of the Palm Beaches, Palm Beach Young Professionals, Peggy Adams Rescue League and Young Friends of Palm Beach Symphony.

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KRAVIS CENTER GALA 2024

The Kravis Center hosted its annual Gala on Friday, February 16, 2024, with a record-breaking attendance of more than 500 guests. Long-standing Kravis Center supporters William A. Meyer and Kristen and David Lambert chaired the black-tie, sold-out event. Honorary Gala Chairs were Monika E. Preston and Kathryn C. Vecellio. Gala guests were welcomed with a cocktail reception in the Harris Pre-Function Hall in the Cohen Pavilion. The reception was followed by a performance in Dreyfoos Hall from 16-time GRAMMY® Award-winning musician, songwriter, and producer, David Foster; acclaimed singer, television and Broadway star, Katharine McPhee; and multi-platinum recording artist, and GRAMMY® Award-nominated singer, songwriter, and Broadway star, Josh Groban. A fabulous post-show dinner-dance in the Gimelstob Ballroom followed the performance.

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Former Apple CEO Speaks to Kravis Center Corporate Partners Group

Former Apple CEO and Pepsi Marketing VP, entrepreneur and investor John Sculley discussed his career highlights and insights at the second Corporate Partners Business Speaker Series luncheon of the season.

Learn more about the Kravis Center‘s Corporate Partners Speaker Series Luncheon with John Sculley

Kravis Center Hosts Dinner Honoring New Chair of the Board
Sherry S. Barrat and Immediate Past Chairman of the Board Jeffrey Stoops

As the Kravis Center celebrates its 30th Anniversary season, leadership for the Center also celebrated another milestone – a new Board Chair. On November 2, the Center hosted a dinner to celebrate Sherry Barrat, the Kravis Center’s sixth Chair of the Board and Jeffrey Stoops, Immediate Past Chairman of the Board. The evening was sponsored by Lugano Diamonds.

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