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LUGANO HOLDS INTIMATE LUNCHEON IN SUPPORT OF THE KRAVIS CENTER

An intimate ladies’ luncheon was held March 31, 2026 at Lugano’s Worth Avenue boutique in support of the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, bringing together patrons for an afternoon of elegance and philanthropy.

Hosted by Kravis Center supporters Beth Fishel, Martha Rodriguez, M.D. and Nancy Stone, guests were welcomed with a champagne reception before enjoying a curated lunch.

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KRAVIS CENTER HOSTS FLORIDA CRYSTALS FOR CORPORATE PARTNERS LUNCHEON

The Kravis Center held the second installment of its Corporate Partners Business Speaker Series luncheon on Tuesday, February 10, featuring Andres Fanjul, Principal and Senior Executive of Fanjul Corp. and Florida Crystals Corporation, and Diego Luzuriaga, Ph.D., Vice President of Research and Development for Florida Crystals Corporation. Mr. Fanjul is also the Kravis Center’s Corporate Partners Executive Committee Chair. The event was held in the Kravis Center’s Gimelstob Ballroom in the Cohen Pavilion.

Over 100 Corporate Partners members, donors and guests attended the event to learn about Florida Crystals’ operations, which employ 8,100 people worldwide. The presentation focused on the company’s distinction of being the only Regenerative Organic Certified® sugarcane farm in the U.S.

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KRAVIS CENTER WELCOMES TONY, EMMY AND GRAMMY-WINNING COMPOSER MARC SHAIMAN FOR ARTSMART LUNCH & LEARN FINALE

The Kravis Center concluded its 2026 ArtSmart Lunch & Learn Series on April 20 with a program featuring composer, lyricist and author Marc Shaiman in conversation with renowned theatre educator Beverly Blanchette in the Gimelstob Ballroom.

The luncheon brought together supporters for an engaging afternoon of storytelling, music and reflection centered around Shaiman’s new memoir, “Never Mind the Happy: Showbiz Stories from a Sore Winner.”

Shaiman shared candid insights from his five-decade career, from his early days in community theater, to his longtime collaboration with Bette Midler, his success in Hollywood film scoring which included working closely with Harry Connick, Jr. on “When Harry Met Sally” and his Tony Award-winning work on “Hairspray.” Moving between conversation and performance, he captivated the audience with humor, honesty and live musical moments at the piano.

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KRAVIS CENTER BLENDS BROADWAY PERFORMANCES AND STUDENT TALENT AT EVENING OF GRATITUDE CELEBRATION

The Kravis Center welcomed members of its Dress Circle, Marquee Circle and Helen K. Persson Society for an evening of appreciation on April 13, transforming the Gimelstob Ballroom into a lively celebration of philanthropy, performance and education.

Approximately 270 guests gathered for the event, which featured cocktails, light bites and a dynamic program spotlighting both rising young artists and professional performers. The evening underscored the vital role donor support plays in sustaining the Kravis Center’s world-class programming and robust education initiatives.

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DESIGN THROUGH THE DECADES: ELLIE CULLMAN BRINGS TIMELESS INTERIORS TO LIFE AT KRAVIS CENTER LUNCH & LEARN

From Park Avenue elegance to Palm Beach sophistication, acclaimed interior designer Ellie Cullman transported audiences through four decades of design at the Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts on March 23. The 2026 ArtSmart Lunch & Learn Series continued with “Tradition Redefined: Designing Through the Decades,” offering an inside look at some of the nation’s most refined residential interiors. The luncheon was sponsored by Patricia and Edward Falkenberg and Bonnie and Tom Strauss.

Cullman, founder of Cullman & Kravis Interiors, shared a curated portfolio of the firm’s most significant projects, illustrating how thoughtful design balances tradition, functionality and evolving personal style.

The program marked the third installment of the Kravis Center’s 2026 Lunch & Learn series, which combines engaging conversations with a refined midday dining experience.

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TONY AWARD WINNER NICOLE SCHERZINGER CASTS A SPELL AT THE 2026 KRAVIS CENTER GALA

The Kravis Center was transformed into a world of wonder and illusion on Thursday, March 5, as a sold-out crowd of 500 guests gathered for its annual Gala, “The Conjurer’s Ball: An Evening of Illusion and Magic.” The black-tie evening featured a spellbinding performance by Tony Award winner and Grammy-nominated singer Nicole Scherzinger and raised funds in support of the Kravis Center’s artistic and education programs.

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KRAVIS CENTER’S CORPORATE PARTNERS LUNCHEON SPOTLIGHTS THE FUTURE OF EDUCATION

The Kravis Center held the final installment of its Corporate Partners Business Speaker Series on Monday, March 9. More than 100 members, donors and guests attended the event to hear from institutional experts about The Future of Education and Preparing the Next Generation of Leaders.

Panelists for the luncheon included Michael J. Burke, Superintendent of Palm Beach County School District; Dr. Joel Herbst, Superintendent of Schools for Florida Atlantic Laboratory Schools; Dr. Denise Spirou, Head of School for The Greene School; and Sari Weltmann, Junior High Principal and Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction at American Heritage Schools. The panel was moderated by Ava Parker, J.D., President of Palm Beach State College and a Kravis Center Board member.

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HOLLYWOOD HISTORY TAKES CENTER STAGE: KRAVIS CENTER CONTINUES ARTSMART LUNCH & LEARN SEASON WITH SCOTT EYMAN

Steven Caras interviews bestselling author on the life and legacy of Joan Crawford

From studio-era stardom to cultural icon, the remarkable life of Joan Crawford captivated audiences at the Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts on February 17. The 2026 ArtSmart Lunch & Learn Series continued with a session exploring the life of one of Hollywood’s most complex icons. Film historian and New York Times bestselling biographer Scott Eyman discussed his latest book, “Joan Crawford: A Woman’s Face,” in conversation with author and photographer Steven Caras in the Gimelstob Ballroom of the Cohen Pavilion.

The program marked the second of four presentations in the Kravis Center’s 2026 Lunch & Learn season, which blends engaging conversation with a refined midday dining experience.

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KRAVIS CENTER BOARD CHAIR DAVID G. LAMBERT HONORED AT PRIVATE RECEPTION AT MILOS

Supporters of the Kravis Center gathered for an intimate reception at estiatorio Milos West Palm Beach to honor David G. Lambert as the organization’s recently appointed Board Chair. Mr. Lambert is the performing arts center’s seventh Board Chair and succeeds Sherry Barrat.

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SANDRA E. PETERSON OF MICROSOFT AND STEVEN VAN KUIKEN OF MCKINSEY & COMPANY DISCUSS THE FUTURE OF AI

The Kravis Center held the first installment of its Corporate Partners Business Speaker Series luncheon on Friday, January 30, featuring Sandra E. Peterson, Lead Independent Director of Microsoft and Steven Van Kuiken, Senior Partner Emeritus of McKinsey & Company. The event was held in the Kravis Center’s Gimelstob Ballroom in the Cohen Pavilion. Nearly 150 Corporate Partners members, donors and guests attended the event which gave an overview of the next innovation shift that is transforming the technology ecosystem and its impact on the potential winners and losers in artificial intelligence (AI).

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AN AFTERNOON OF ART, HISTORY AND INSPIRATION: KRAVIS CENTER KICKS OFF ARTSMART LUNCH AND LEARN SEASON

Dr. Robert Watson opens the 2026 series with immersive “America 250” experience

The Kravis Center recently launched its 2026 ArtSmart Lunch & Learn Series with “America 250,” an immersive and theatrical exploration of the nation’s founding led by historian and author Dr. Robert Watson on January 26. The program combined scholarship, performance and storytelling to commemorate the upcoming 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. The event was sponsored by the Michael and Margaret Picotte Foundation and featured performances by Dreyfoos School of the Arts students.

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LONG-TIME SUPPORTER GEORGE MICHEL HONORED WITH ALEXANDER W. DREYFOOS AWARD AT KRAVIS CENTER’S 30th ANNUAL FOUNDERS’ DINNER

The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts’ major donors and their guests attended a special evening on Wednesday, December 17, in honor of the Kravis Center’s Founder Members.  Board members and Life Trustees were also in attendance.  The highlight of the evening was the presentation of the prestigious Alexander W. Dreyfoos Award to long-standing Kravis Center supporter, George Michel, who was honored for his lifetime of service to the performing arts center.

Guests enjoyed a welcome cocktail reception in the Harris Pre-Function Hall before entering the Gimelstob Ballroom for a three-course dinner, prepared by Kravis Events by Lessing’s Hospitality Group. The event was sponsored by Northern Trust for the 30th consecutive year. After dinner, guests enjoyed “Mark Twain Tonight!,” a performance by Richard Thomas. The show’s sponsor was Zelda Mason.

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Founder Members’ Dinner sponsored for the 30th consecutive year by

Richard Thomas in “Mark Twain Tonight!” by Hal Holbrook sponsored by Zelda Mason

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.

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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.

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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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