Hamilton Stars To Perform at Give Kids The World’s Charity Gala Near Walt Disney World

Ready to experience Hamilton stars while helping support an incredible local charity near Walt Disney World? Give The Kids The World Village is a 89-acre, whimsical nonprofit resort in Kissimmee, Florida, that provides week-long, cost-free wish vacations to critically ill children and their families from around the world who want to visit Central Florida. Now, Cast members from the Broadway production of Hamilton and other shows will perform during Give Kids The World Village’s (GKTW) annual Black & White Gala!

For the first time ever, Broadway Stars and Immersive Experience Highlight Give Kids The World Village’s will take place under the stars at GKTW Village – enabling guests to experience the charm and enchantment of the nonprofit resort, which provides critically ill children and their families with magical weeklong wish vacations at no cost. Mark your calendars as the Black & White Gala will take place on September 18, 2021.

Nik Walker (Hamilton, Ain’t Too Proud, Motown the Musical), Joseph Morales (Hamilton, In The Heights), Jen Sese (Hamilton, Hair, Mamma Mia!), Roberto Sinha (Hamilton, Kinky Boots) and Sasha Hutchings (Hamilton, Oklahoma!, My Fair Lady) will headline an elegant evening of breathtaking décor, exquisite dining and dazzling entertainment. More than 1,500 guests are expected to attend the charity’s signature fundraiser, with proceeds earmarked to create unforgettable experiences for wish families.

“Gala is an opportunity for us to pause and say thank you to so many friends, supporters and partners who make it possible for us to continue our 35-year legacy of creating the happiness that inspires hope for wish families,” said Give Kids The World President & CEO Pamela Landwirth. “We look forward to celebrating heartwarming milestones and bittersweet moments while giving guests the chance to immerse themselves in the fun and excitement of the Village.”

 

Walker, a longtime supporter of the Village and host of the Broadway Podcast Network’s Little Justice podcast, said, “It’s a privilege to support an organization that delivers so much joy to wish families.  I can’t think of a better place to bring the magic of Broadway, spend an evening with friends, and celebrate the power of hope.”

In addition to the Broadway performances, guests will be entertained by a variety of musical and theatrical performers positioned throughout the venue.  Guests can also bid on auction items, savor gourmet food, dance under the stars, and participate in interactive games and activities as they explore the Village’s storybook attractions. 

Also for the first time ever, guests who purchase premium Gala packages can enjoy a one-night stay in one of the Village’s 166 wish family villas, offering an exclusive opportunity to experience the childlike wonder of GKTW first-hand.  Guests can wake up next to a snoring tree; ride the Enchanted Carousel; swim next to a pirate ship; and enjoy unlimited ice cream in Henri’s Starlite Scoops.  In addition, Premium Plus table experiences are available, offering guests a themed plated dinner experience inside the Castle of Miracles, Henri’s Starlite Scoops, Marc’s DinoPutt and other iconic Village venues.

Ready to join in the experience and support Give Kids The World Village? For Gala reservations and more information, visit www.gktw.org/gala. GKTW has welcomed more than 176,000 critically ill children and their families from all 50 states and 76 countries since 1986. Get ready to show your support on September 18!