Melissa will participate in Night of a Thousand Judys,  “a rambunctious, uproarious, unpredictable all-star concert” (The Wall Street Journal) June 1 at The Kaufman Music Center in New York City.

Night Of A Thousand Judys will honor the iconic Judy Garland with special skits, tributes and songs from her legendary career as movie star, recording artist and stage performer.

Additional guests include Liz Callaway, Michael McElroy, Lauren Worsham, Rachel  York, Randy Graff, Kim David Smith and Danielle Grabianowski.

The concert benefits The Ali Forney Center, whose mission it is to protect LGBTQ youths from the harms of homelessness and empower them with the tools needed to live independently.

There will be a pre-show VIP reception at 6:30 PM and the performance at 8:00 PM. The evening is written and hosted by Justin Sayre  and directed by Peter James Cook. Lance Horne is the event’s music supervisor, with Steven Jamail serving as music director.  “Night Of A Thousand Judys” is produced by Dan Fortune and Adam J. Rosen, with Dan Fortune serving as executive producer. Additional special guests will be announced.

• RUBY SLIPPER Tickets include a signed cast poster, access to pre-VIP reception, premier seating, and a gift bag.
• VIP tickets include access to pre-VIP reception, premier seating, and gift bag.
• Early Bird Special is a limited half off VIP ticket.

For tickets, visit KaufmanMusicCenter.org.