Broadway Stars Unite for 12th Annual "Broadway Belts for PFF' Event

3/16/2022 5:18pm


Actress and comedienne Julie Halston will emcee the 12th annual Broadway Belts for PFF!, an evening of entertainment featuring some of Broadway's hottest stars. This year's hybrid event will take place live at New York City's Edison Ballroom and virtually on Fri April 29. The event is the single largest fundraiser for the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation (PFF). The evening will features a cocktail reception, cuisine, and performances by Broadway stars at the Edison Ballroom, 240 W 47th St. in New York City. The cast will include Lillias White, Robert CreightonJim Caruso,  Ann HaradaBeth LeavelRuby Locknar. Locknar will perform a song in honor of the PF community that she co-wrote with her mother, singer and songwriter, Victoria Shaw for the PFF National Walk Day 2021. The evening will include recognition of Tom Viola, Executive Director of Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS (BC/EFA), with the 2022 Ralph Howard Legacy Award. The Ralph Howard Legacy Award is named for anchorman Ralph Howard, the late husband of hostess Julie Halston. Virtual attendees will enjoy a fully interactive experience with a special welcome from the PFF medical team, a mixology class, and the live show. Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are available now at broadwaybeltsforpff.org. The event is directed by Carl Andress with Christopher McGovern as Musical Director. The benefit is produced by D. Michael Dvorchak, Sue Frost, Julie Halston & Ed Windels. Press contact: Elizabeth Gartman/LC Williams & Associates (312/565-4632)...