The Event 2023: Broadway Nights

Under a cool September sky Akron welcomed “The Midtown Men” — cast of the original Jersey Boys, amongst 800 other close family and friends. The Event, a biennial celebration, supports the Foundation’s grant giving and partner programing through sponsorships, ticket sales, and a live auction. The 2023 Event, Broadway Nights, lived up to its reputation. Guests were greeted by golden stilt walkers and a dramatic and daring aerial performer. Cocktails, mingling, and photo op moments lead to gourmet dinner provided by none other than Beau’s Grille. The evening was topped off with a showstopping performance by The Midtown Men and late night bites including from Foundation partner, Ed Sutter with Eddie’s Cheesesteaks. Guests danced alongside gold mirrored performers to “Let’s Hang On,” “The Tears of a Clown,” “Working My Way Back to You,” many other Motown favorites.

The Event would not be a success were it not for the incredibly generous premier sponsors Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc.; RDA Management/Fairlawn Associates LLC; Steve Comunale; Underwood Fire Equipment Inc.; Beacon Marshall Companies; Wheatland Tube Company; and Sarah Rayburn.