Andrew McMahon To Perform At OVG Theater Alliance Gala, Featuring Betty Who And Host Ron Funches

Andrew McMahon, known for his music with Jack’s Mannequin, Something Corporate as well as his own solo career, has been tapped to headline Oak View Group’s Theater Alliance Gala, taking place Tuesday, Oct. 14, at YouTube Theater at Hollywood Park in Inglewood, California.

The evening will feature international musician Betty Who, with a vibrant performance expected, while comedian and actor Ron Funches takes the stage as host, sure to bring his signature style of comedy blending the thoughtful, unpredictable and always hilarious.

“As someone whose own life has been shaped by access to the arts, I know how transformative music and theater can be,” said Andrew McMahon. “The work the Theater Alliance Fund is doing to preserve these spaces and expand arts education ensures the next generation of artists and audiences have the same opportunities I did. I’m honored to be part of a night that celebrates creativity while directly supporting its future.”

Betty Who adds, “After my time on Broadway and stepping into this new era of my music, I’ve been reminded of the incredible power of art to bring people together. Supporting the Theater Alliance Fund means ensuring more people can share in that magic, whether on stage or in the audience. I can’t wait to bring that energy to the Gala.”

“Live performance has given me joy and perspective throughout my life and hosting the Theater Alliance Gala is a chance to honor that,” Funches added in the announcement. “Bringing people together through comedy, music, and community is what makes live events so special. I’m excited to be part of a night that honors those who work in front and behind the curtain while celebrating and supporting the arts.”

In addition to unforgettable performances, guests will also have the chance to bid on exclusive experiences through the Gala’s silent auction, featuring premium concert tickets, luxury dining packages, autographed memorabilia, and other one-of-a-kind items that directly support the Fund’s mission.

The Theater Alliance Gala is the signature fundraising event for the OVG Theater Alliance Fund, a nonprofit created in collaboration with Music’s Promise which supports theaters and their nonprofit and philanthropic partners across North America, such as student programs in Detroit to cultural arts entities in Pittsburgh. Oak View Group is parent company to Pollstar.

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“Bringing together such a dynamic lineup of artists underscores the power of this event and the impact it has on our members across the country,” said Joe Giordano, Vice President, OVG Alliances. “Beyond the performances, the Gala is about rallying support for the arts and strengthening communities everywhere our theaters live and thrive. We’re honored to showcase their talents in service of our mission.”

The Gala will honor two industry leaders with Impact Awards: Alex Hodges, CEO of Nederlander Concerts, and Aaron Egigian, founding artistic programmer at Segerstrom Center for the Arts, who have shaped the live entertainment landscape for decades.

Past celebrations have taken place at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville (2023) and Radio City Music Hall in New York (2024), with previous performers including Hanson, Rachel Platten, Jake Wesley Rogers, Lindsay Ell, Home Free, and hosts such as The Daily Show’s Michael Kosta.