Music director Steven Reineke will lead the famed orchestra in a concert of Sinatra's greatest hits, hosted by Liz Smith. Special guests for the evening will include Frank Sinatra, Jr. as well as Broadway's Cheyenne Jackson, Tony winner Michael Cerveris, Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Tony nominee John Tartaglia as well as "Ugly Betty" star Michael Urie.
Following the performance, guests are invited to The Plaza Hotel for a black-tie dinner dance.
There will also be an online auction on www.CharityBuzz.com/NewYorkPops April 28-May 10, featuring items donated by The Orchestra's many friends from the world of arts and entertainment. Auction items include a behind-the-scenes visit to the Big Apple Circus, a cocktail party at the Double Cross Vodka Lounge and a chance to perform side-by-side with The New York Pops.
Single tickets for the concert-only range from $55 to $85 and are open to the public. To purchase tickets, call CarnegieCharge at (212) 247-7800. Tickets are also available at the Carnegie Hall Box Office at 57th Street and 7th Avenue, or online at www.carnegiehall.org. Tickets to the full gala evening are available by calling (212) 765-7677.