New York City Gay Men's Chorus announces performers and honorees for HARMONY gala

The New York City Gay Men's Chorus will host its HARMONY gala on March 23, 2026, at the Edison Ballroom, with performers including Carolee Carmello, Kecia Lewis, and Kate Baldwin, and honorees John Kander, Aaron Walton, and Tituss Burgess.

The New York City Gay Men's Chorus will hold its HARMONY gala on Monday, March 23, 2026, at the Edison Ballroom. The organization announced an initial slate of Broadway performers that includes Carolee Carmello, Kate Baldwin, Kecia Lewis, Max von Essen, Lesli Margherita, Blaine Krauss, and Maria Bilbao. Performances during the evening will also feature the New York City Gay Men's Chorus, and additional Broadway guests will be announced at a later date. The gala is scheduled to begin at 6:00 p.m. and will include an open bar, a three-course dinner, live entertainment, and both silent and live auctions. Event highlights: - Date and venue: Monday, March 23, 2026, at the Edison Ballroom. - Announced performers: Carolee Carmello, Kate Baldwin, Kecia Lewis, Max von Essen, Lesli Margherita, Blaine Krauss, and Maria Bilbao. - The New York City Gay Men's Chorus will perform and additional Broadway guests will be announced later. - Program leadership: directed by Chad Austin with music direction by Dave Klodowski and Michael Tate. - Honorees for the evening: composer John Kander, advertising executive Aaron Walton, and actor/singer Tituss Burgess. - Schedule and features: event begins at 6:00 p.m. and includes an open bar, a three-course dinner, live entertainment, and silent and live auctions. Summary: This annual gala benefit presents Broadway performers and honors figures from the arts and business communities while showcasing the Chorus's musical program. Additional Broadway guests will be announced at a later date.