Survivors of the January 8th 2011 shooting in Tucson, Arizona that injured Representative Gabrielle Giffords formed an initiative called “Demand a Plan” which endeavors to stop gun violence in America. Here they are with the cast of Porgy and Bess!

From left to right they are: Sallie Badger, Pat Maisch, Pam Simon, Bruce Simon, and Colonel Bill Badger. http://www.demandaplan.org/

The First Lady, Michelle Obama visits Porgy and Bess.

Bernadette Peters and Martin Short visit Catfish Row.

Chris Rock on PORGY AND BESS: “The best musical I’ve ever seen. Can’t wait to see it again.”

Porgy and Bess welcomes new Broadway neighbors, “Nice Work If You Can Get It”

Ben Vereen backstage at Porgy and Bess. Photos by Lisa Pacino.

PORGY AND BESS announces plans to work with 2,250 high school students from 30 schools across NYC.