Night Of A Thousand Gowns

Their Most Imperial Sovereign Majesties Emperor XXI Ritz Kraka and Empress XXVI Witti Repartee and the membership of the Imperial Court of New York cordially invite you to the most lavish, glamorous, outrageous event in New York City!

The Hilton New York, New York City, 6th Ave at 54th Street in the heart of midtown.

Attire: Creative Formal, Black Tie Festive, or Dress Uniform

This a black tie formal affair and proper attire is required. We embrace creativity, party festive & dress uniforms provided it is within our dress code for the evening! Nudity, partial nudity and live animals* are not permitted. (*Arrangements for guide animals may be made by emailing tickets@icny.org.)

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The Beneficiaries

The 27th Annual Night of a Thousand Gowns Charity Ball will this year benefit two very worthy organizations:

GMHC is the world’s first and leading provider of HIV/AIDS prevention, care and advocacy. Building on decades of dedication and expertise, we understand the reality of HIV/AIDS and empower a healthy life for all. GMHC fights to end the AIDS epidemic and uplift the lives of all affected.

For over 25 years, GLAAD has worked with news, entertainment and social media to bring culture-changing stories of LGBT people into millions of homes and workplaces every day. What people see in the media has a huge impact and GLAAD ensures images of LGBT people and allies grow acceptance, understanding and build support for equality. GLAAD moves people. By combining our expertise and resources, GLAAD amplifies the voice of our community to keep equality at the forefront of America’s cultural conversation. Our impact on newspapers, magazines, blogs, radio, television, movies and more transforms attitudes to bring about real change. GLAAD creates change. We hold the media accountable for the words and images they produce. When media is used as a platform to defame and stereotype LGBT people, GLAAD takes action. We leverage 25 years of media relationships and countless hours of media advocacy to send important messages against homophobia and discrimination.

A Star-Studded Lineup

Singer-Songwriter and Actress - Taylor Dayne

RuPaul All-Star winner - Chad Michaels

Broadway actress and singer. - Karen Mason

Recording Artist/Model/Actor - Daniel Patrick Ellis

Marty Thomas presents DIVA

Forbidden Broadway

Program subject to change

Midnight Coronation

Imperial Crown Prince Royal
Wen-Dee Bouvier Pinkhouse
&
Imperial Crown Princess Royale
Gracie Steeles

Decade Anniversary Celebration

Emperor XIII Ron
The Golden Ursus Emperor of Valor,Virtue, and Charm
Empress XVII Demi-Tasse
The Hollywood and D’Vine Empress of Sincerity and Sympathy

Double Decade Anniversary Celebration

Empress VII Coco LaChine
The Celestial Dragon Empress

Priority Seating

All priority seating premium tables are available by advance sale only and include cocktail reception at 6 p.m., dinner at 8:00 p.m., and Viennese Dessert Buffet following the Coronation.

• Platinum Level - $10,000 - All Silver benefits, plus
  • Full page ad in the Night of a Thousand Gowns Journal
  • Commemorative Jewelry from the Monarchs
  • Privileged Royal Title for your guests
  • Special Invitational Celebrity VIP Pre-Ball Reception
• Gold Level - $7,500 - All Silver benefits, plus
  • Full page ad in the Night of a Thousand Gowns Journal
  • Commemorative Jewelry from the Monarchs
  • Privileged Royal Title for your guests
• Silver Level - $5,500
  • Public Acknowledgement
  • VIP Priority Table (ten guests)
  • Champagne Toast
  • Listing of individuals’ names in printed invitation as an event host when tables are purchased before January 31, 2012

Ticket Information

Ambassador and Gold ticket purchasers will be invited to the VIP pre-ball reception. VIP reception tickets $200 for all others. All premium ticket purchasers will receive commemorative jewelry from the monarchs befitting their station.

Gala Admission: $400
Saphire Ticket: $150 (Standing room. Entry after 10:00 p.m. only)

Noblesse de Robe (Purchase of Imperial Titles)

Titles may be purchased at the ball, to benefit the evening’s beneficiaries. Titled guests will be presented to the monarchs on stage. 100% of your purchase goes to the beneficiary. You will receive certificates of your status and reign pin from the monarchs. Titles may be purchased in advance or at the event. In either case, you must check in at the Noblesse de Robe table for your certificate and instructions.

The VIP Reception

Mingle with the celebrities, Knights, Monarchs and more at this lavish gathering before the main event! Watch as celebrities are interviewed and photographed on the red carpet and share a toast with some of the fabulous guests that have supported us and helped change our community. The VIP reception may be purchased for $200.00 as an add-on when buying tickets and is included with Platinum and Gold tables.

Hotel Information

The Imperial Court of New York welcomes our 2013 Host Hotel The Hilton New York, located between 52nd and 53rd Streets on 6th Ave in midtown Manhattan. Enjoy the best that New York has to offer before our legendary ball and coronation.