Join the Founders of Black Theatre United for our 3rd Annual Gala at the iconic Ziegfeld Ballroom as we celebrate the transformative power of Black excellence in the arts and beyond.
This year’s theme, United Today & Beyond, sets the stage for an electrifying evening of star-studded performances, powerful presentations, and community celebrations. Together, we will honor the profound legacy of Black culture on Broadway and uplift the next generation of leaders who are shaping the future of our industry and our communities.
Proceeds from the gala will directly support Black Theatre United’s ongoing impact through vital programs such as:
The BTU Rise Marketing Internship
The Business of Show Discussion Series
Community Town Hall Events
The New Deal for Broadway
Broadway Bound Education Program
The Designer Initiative
HONOREES & PERFORMERS – 2025 Honorees
Mathew & Gena Avery Knowles, Tonya Lee, Les Coney
Camille Brown
Tom Viola
Directed by Jerry Dixon | Music Direction by Joseph Joubert