Where better than Rumsey Playfield in Central Park, where the Central Park Conservancy had its annual gala last night beneath glowing green lights among much more greenery? Given the show’s 20-year run on Broadway, the event’s theme this year, “A Night at Emerald City,” was appropriate. Wicked also provided a performance in addition to the Oz-themed decorations.
Celebrated as New York City’s backyard, the park drew over 400 visitors, including Martha Stewart and Tina Leung, to honor the Conservancy’s work of keeping it in good condition. In one evening alone, more than $1.3 million was raised to protect the landmark. According to a news release, Betsy Smith, president and CEO of Central Park Conservancy, expressed her happiness that everyone could get together this autumn to celebrate the organization’s efforts to protect New York’s most famous monument. “I am appreciative of the commitment of our patrons, employees, volunteers, and guests, who all contribute significantly to maintaining the park tidy, friendly, and accessible to all for many years to come.”
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Kara Lindsay and Talia Suskauer from Wicked performed a special.
Following dinner, Ivy Getty, Zach Weiss, Savannah Engel, Beverly Nguyen, and other well-known individuals co-chaired a dessert and dance for the Young Associates of the Conservancy. The festivities concluded with an after-party at Pebble Bar. Explore the event by navigating through the gallery provided below.
Conclusion
- The Central Park Conservancy Gala honored the 20th anniversary of Wicked on Broadway at Rumsey Playfield in Central Park, featuring a theme of “A Night at Emerald City.”
- The gala, which Harry Winston sponsored, brought in more than $1.3 million in a single evening to help the Central Park Conservancy preserve and maintain the famous park.
- Notable attendees included Martha Stewart and Tina Leung, and the event celebrated the organization’s commitment to keeping Central Park clean, friendly, and accessible.
- The evening included a special performance by Kara Lindsay and Talia Suskauer from Wicked, and after dinner, the Young Associates enjoyed dessert, dance, and an after-party at Pebble Bar.
