Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS

By: Nov. 02, 2015
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Michael Arden, Kelli Barrett, Bill Berloni, Robert Fairchild, Sutton Foster, Lesli Margherita, Andrea McArdle, Orfeh, Hugh Panaro, Kate Rockwell, Jarrod Spector and Alysha Umphress all took part in Best in Shows, a star-studded cabaret evening to benefit the Humane Society of New York, at Feinstein's/ 54 Below. Oscar and Tony Award-winner Joel Grey was awarded the first annual Humane Society of New York's Sandy Award, presented to an artist who has shown a fierce commitment, through action and advocacy, to the cause of animal rights.

The second annual Best in Shows will be presented by Dorothy and Bill Berloni, and will have music direction by Seth Rudetsky, who will also host. The cabaret show will begin at 7:00 pm. There will be a post-performance reception with cast members for premium ticket buyers.

Best in Shows will feature performances by Michael Arden (Spring Awakening), Kelli Barrett (Dr. Zhivago) , Robert Fairchild (American in Paris), Sutton Foster (Violet), Lesli Margherita (Dames at Sea), Andrea McArdle (Annie),Orfeh (Legally Blonde), Hugh Panaro (The Phantom of the Opera), Kate Rockwell (Bring It On), Jarrod Spector(Beautiful: The Carole King Musical) and Alysha Umphress (On the Town) with surprise two and four legged guests.

The Humane Society of New York has been a presence in New York City for over 100 years, caring for animals in need when illness, injury or homelessness strikes. Founded In 1904 to protect the city's horses against abuse, the Society soon expanded to include a free medical clinic and adoption center for cats and dogs. Today the Humane Society of New York's hospital and Vladimir Horowitz and Wanda Toscanini Horowitz Adoption Center help more than 38,000 animals annually.

Photo Credit: Jessica Gordon

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Seth Rudetsky

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Seth Rudetsky

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Michael Arden

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Michael Arden

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Lesli Margherita

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Lesli Margherita

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Kate Rockwell

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Kate Rockwell

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Mabel and Kate Rockwell

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Seth Rudetsky and Orfeh

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Orfeh

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Orfeh

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Seth Rudetsky, Hugh Panaro and Loki

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Hugh Panaro and Loki

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Hugh Panaro and Loki

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Hugh Panaro and Loki

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Alysha Umphress

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Dizzy and Alysha Umphress

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Dizzy and Alysha Umphress

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Robert Fairchild

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Robert Fairchild

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Robert Fairchild and Roger (available for adoption)

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Robert Fairchild and Roger (available for adoption)

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Seth Rudetsky and Bill Berloni

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Lola and Andrea McArdle

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Lola and Andrea McArdle

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Lola and Andrea McArdle

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Lola, Andrea McArdle and Bill Berloni

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Miguelito and Joel Grey

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Miguelito and Joel Grey

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Miguelito and Joel Grey

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Chico and Bill Berloni

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Kelli Barrett and Jarrod Spector

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Kelli Barrett and Jarrod Spector

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Kelli Barrett and Jarrod Spector

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Seth Rudetsky, Mabel and Sutton Foster

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Mabel and Sutton Foster

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Mabel and Sutton Foster

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Bill Berloni and Mikey

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Andrea McArdle and Mikey

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Andrea McArdle and Mikey

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Andrea McArdle and Mikey

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Andrea McArdle and the cast

Photo Coverage: Joel Grey, Sutton Foster, Andrea McArdle & More Sing with Their Pups in BEST IN SHOWS
Andrea McArdle and the cast



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