American Theatre Wing Honors Redgrave Family and Theodore S. Chapin Sept. 24

By Adam Hetrick
24 Sep 2012

Theodore S. Chapin
Theodore S. Chapin
Photo by Joseph Marzullo/WENN

The American Theatre Wing honors six generations of the Redgrave family for their contributions to the theatre during a Sept. 24 gala at the Plaza Hotel.

The 6:30 PM event recognizes the achievements of Michael Redgrave, Rachel Kempson, Vanessa Redgrave, Lynn Redgrave, Corin Redgrave, Natasha Richardson, Liam Neeson, Franco Nero, Joely Richardson, Jemma Redgrave, director Carlo Nero and photographer Annabel Clark.

The gala also pays tribute to former American Theatre Wing chair and executive director of the Rodgers & Hammerstein Organization, Theodore S. Chapin.

Vanessa Redgrave and other members of the family are expected to be in attendance.

The evening promises performances, dinner and cocktails. All proceeds benefit the education and outreach programs of the American Theatre Wing.

For tickets phone (212) 765-0606, ext. 302.