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A true icon, a GRAMMY Award-winning artist, multi-Hall of Fame inductee, and lovingly known as the "Godmother of Soul," Patti LaBelle's voice has defined generations. From the electrifying anthem "Lady Marmalade" to the unforgettable hits "On My Own" and "New Attitude," her powerful vocals and commanding stage presence have captivated audiences worldwide. With over 50 million records sold, a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and a spot on Rolling Stone's list of the 100 Greatest Singers of All Time, she is nothing short of legendary. Get ready for an electrifying performance like no other!
When the curtain falls on Patti's incredible show, the party continues! The phenomenal New Orleans band, Blue Rhythm, will take the stage for a high-energy, can't miss late-night dance party.
The prestigious Swan Award will be presented to philanthropist and jewelry designer, Brooke Garber Neidich. The New York-based owner and creative director of Sidney Garber, Brooke Garber Neidich continues to set the standard for charitable giving in the jewelry industry and beyond. The generous designer contributes her profits, which amount to six figures annually, to non-profit organizations and initiatives focused on children's mental health, the arts, women's reproductive rights, and ending gun violence.
Neidich is a powerhouse in New York's cultural, political, and philanthropic circles. She serves as a trustee of the Whitney Museum of American Art, a board member of Lincoln Center Theater, and co-founder of the Child Mind Institute, and was instrumental in building it into the leading organization it is today. Sidney Garber's culture of giving is driven by Brooke's strong commitment to supporting causes she deeply cares about. "I feel fortunate to be able to give all my profits to organizations dedicated to children's mental health, the arts, women’s reproductive rights, and ending gun violence," she says. "This is personal for me. I don’t believe in beauty unless it's attached to generosity." By contributing so selflessly to humanity, Brooke represents the very essence of the Swan Award.
Sidney Garber, the son of a watch repairman, began what would become his fine jewelry house in Chicago in 1946. As a little girl, Brooke joined her father in the Sidney Garber store, standing behind the counter, watching him work. She traveled with him for years to the ateliers in Paris and Milan, meeting with the most esteemed craftsmen and designers. In 2008, Brooke inherited the business and opened an additional store in New York. As Sidney Garber's owner and creative director, she marries this heritage of quality and excellence with her modern eye, personal style, and sense of ease. Brooke Garber donates her profits to children’s mental health, the arts, women’s reproductive rights, and ending gun violence.
