Actors’ Playhouse livestreams its annual gala and auction

Actors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre is bringing the glamour and theatrical excitement of its 29th annual Reach for the Stars Gala Auction to the public.

The free virtual event features appearances and performances by superstar Gloria Estefan, Tony Award-winning actress Rachel Bay Jones, actor Danny Pino, Broadway leading lady Janet Dacal, So You Think You Can Dance finalist Gino Cosculluela, New York actor/singer Don Seward and the company’s 2012 cast of Next to Normal.

Adding to the excitement is the auction with more than 200 exclusive items such as a trip to Spain from the country’s tourist office, a one-year lease for a 2021 Lexus RX 350, golf packages, fine jewelry, spa visits, gift certificates and more. Bidding is open now through Sept. 13 at 9 p.m. Event proceeds will be dedicated to operations during the post-pandemic recovery period.

The free starts off with a special pre-party mixologist presentation featuring Bacardi’s signature “Airmail” cocktail at 6:45 p.m.

The Reach for the Stars Gala Auction takes place Sept. 12 at 7 p.m. View it live on the Actors’ Playhouse YouTube page. For more information, click here.

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