People Magazine is the primary sponsor for the black-tie event, which will begin with a 6 PM cocktail reception and follow with a 7 PM dinner and tribute performance. April 30 will also be designated Actors' Fund Day in New York. Actors' Fund President and Tony Award winner Brian Stokes Mitchell will take part in the celebration that also feature "leaders from media, entertainment and business and past Actors' Fund Medal of Honor recipients," according to the company.
Founded in 1882, The Actors' Fund of America is a national nonprofit organization that provides for the social welfare of all entertainment professionals. Professionals in film, television, radio, theatre, dance and music all turn to The Actors' Fund in times of need.
Tickets to the event are available in various packages from $1,000-$125,000. Visit the website at www.actorsfund.org for more details.