Annual Gala

• Sesame Workshop Annual Gala

  Each year, Friends, Muppets, and honored guests gather for a celebration of laughter and learning that directly benefits our global non-profit work. This year, host John Oliver will help shine a spotlight on our new initiative with the International Rescue Committee to support refugee children and families. Please join us on May 31st and help make a difference in the lives of children around the world. For information, emailsesame@resevt.com or call (212) 627-1000.

• play videoJoan Ganz CooneyGala 2004: Celebrating heroes to children worldwide
• First Lady Laura Bush with Jim Rohr, CEO of PNC BankGala 2007: Fostering literacy and learning
• Bill Clinton and Jon StewartGala 2012: Celebrating Sesame Workshop’s work around the world
• Oprah WinfreyGala 2004: Celebrating heroes to children worldwide
• play videoMayor Michael BloombergGala 2009: Celebrating 40 years of Sesame Street
• Sheryl CrowGala 2009: Celebrating 40 years of Sesame Street
• Matt LauerGala 2007: Fostering literacy and learning. Photographer: Jamie McCarthy
• play videoElvis CostelloGala 2011: Supporting healthy and happy children
• Dr. Jill Biden & Vice President Joe BidenGala 2010: Celebrating courage, deploying hope. Photographer: Jason Shaltz
• play videoArchbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu with South African MuppetsGala 2004: Celebrating heroes to children worldwide
• Joan Ganz Cooney and Michael BubléGala 2014: Honoring Joan Ganz Cooney and celebrating 45 years of Sesame Street
• Diane SawyerGala 2004: Celebrating heroes to children worldwide
• Vanessa Williams, Her Majesty Queen Rania of Jordan, and Barbara WaltersGala 2005: Educating & empowering girls around the world. Photographer: Jason Shaltz