
Event Information
Legacy Awards
Silent Auction
Host Committee
Tickets
Event Information
Legacy Awards
Silent Auction
Host Committee
Tickets
We invite the PCS community to “come home” for a festive reception, inspiring performances, and our annual Legacy Award presentations at our annual Spring Gala. This year, we are holding this special event at PCS, which will help maximize proceeds to the Financial Aid Fund and enable more members of the PCS community to participate in this cherished celebration.
MONDAY, APRIL 24, 2023
in support of the Financial Aid Fund
PETER GLENVILLE THEATER
Professional Children’s School
132 West 60th Street, New York City
6:30 P.M. Festive Reception with Cocktails, Heavy Hors d’Oeuvres, and More
8:00 P.M. Presentations of The Legacy Award for distinguished alumni and a concert featuring powerful performances by PCS students

2023 LEGACY AWARD RECIPIENTS
Learn more about past Legacy Award recipients here.

BARRETT DOSS '07
Bio

Barrett Doss '07
Barrett Doss stars opposite Justin Hartley in the Netflix holiday movie The Noel Diary and currently stars as Victoria Hughes, a series regular on the ABC’s Shondaland series Station 19. She also recurs on Grey's Anatomy.
Barrett starred on Broadway in Groundhog Day in the lead female role of Rita. She appeared in the Broadway revival of You Can’t Take It With You starring James Earl Jones and Rose Bryne. Barrett has been seen off-Broadway in Burning at The New Group, and off-off Broadway in Strom Thurmond Is Not A Racist/Cleansed (The Brick) and Orestes 2.0 . Her regional credits include Comedy of Errors ,The Real Thing, Jamaica.
Barrett’s previous television credits include a recurring role on the Netflix series Kick and episodes of Girls, Bull, Time After Time, Person of Interest, and 30 Rock.
Barrett holds a B.A. - NYU Gallatin School of Individualized Study.

THOMAS NICKELL '16
Bio

Thomas Nickell '16
Inventive young composer, pianist and Young Steinway Artist Thomas Nickell has already garnered recognition throughout Europe and the United States for his thoughtful explorations of various musical genres. As a pianist, Thomas has given many highly lauded public performances of important works by Liszt, Chopin, Cowell, Glass, Stockhausen, Schnittke, Messiaen, Roslavets, as well as the U.S. premiere of David Matthews’ Piano Concerto Op. 111 at Carnegie Hall. As a composer, Thomas specializes in contemporary classical and interdisciplinary music allowing his work to be heard in diverse settings from orchestral music to electronic and dance. Starting in 2021, Thomas joined the Oistrakh Symphony of Chicago as curator of the newly created Avant Garden. In collaboration with musician / composer and fellow PCS alum Fiona Stocks-Lyons ‘16, the duo is creating a new work for Joffrey Ballet with choreographer and PCS alum Christopher D’Ariano ‘16 that will premiere in Chicago in March 2023.

TERRENCE WILSON '94
Bio

Terrence Wilson '94
Acclaimed by the Baltimore Sun as “one of the biggest pianistic talents to have emerged in this country in the last 25 years,” Grammy-nominated pianist Terrence Wilson has appeared as a soloist with most of the major symphony orchestras in the United States. He has performed recitals at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., the Verbier Festival in Switzerland, the Lourvre in Paris, and Lincoln Center in New York City, among many other major venues. He has received numerous awards and prizes, including the SONY ES Award for Musical Excellence, an Avery Fisher Career Grant, and the Juilliard Petschek Award. He is a graduate of The Juilliard School, where he studied with Yoheved Kaplinsky. In March 2021, he was appointed to the piano faculty at Bard College Conservatory of Music.
SILENT AUCTION
PCS will be hosting a Silent Auction from 6:30 – 7:45 PM in the Library on the 7th Floor.
Bidding will take place in-person only.
Auction items will be updated below. Click the image to read more.

3-Night Stay at Luxury Golf Destination with Inspirato
Choose between two premiere golf destinations: Pebble Beach or Palmetto Bluff.
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3-Night Stay at Luxury Golf Destination with Inspirato
Your choice between two premiere golf destinations: Pebble Beach or Palmetto Bluff.
As the lucky recipient of this Inspirato luxury travel package, you will enjoy:
- Four nights at your choice of six iconic hotels and resorts
- Daily housekeeping, on-site concierge, and pre-trip planning
- A wide selection of travel dates:
- Pebble Beach: Travel to be completed by December 31st, 2023
- Palmetto Bluff: One year to make your reservation and two years to complete your trip
- Six month Inspirato Travel membership ($3,900 Value)
Casa Palmero at Pebble Beach
Enjoy luxury hospitality with a 3-night stay at Casa Palmero at Pebble Beach Resorts. The luxurious and secluded inn dates back to 1927, when it was built as a private residence; today, it retains its original charm and character, with ivy climbing its stucco walls and stone fountains bubbling amid lush Mediterranean landscaping.
Montage Palmetto Bluff
Enjoy luxury hospitality with a 3-night stay at Montage Palmetto Bluff. Enjoy a classic Lowcountry escape at this sprawling resort, home to a Jack Nicklaus-designed golf course, multiple Southern-inspired restaurants, a world-class spa, and more.

4-Night Stay at Luxury Hotel with Inspirato
Choice between six global destinations: London, Los Cabos, Santa Fe, Savannah, Scottsdale, or Sonoma.
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4-Night Stay at Luxury Global Destination with Inspirato
Your choice between six global destinations: London, Los Cabos, Santa Fe, Savannah, Scottsdale, or Sonoma.
As the lucky recipient of this Inspirato luxury travel package, you will enjoy:
- Four nights at your choice of six iconic hotels and resorts
- Daily housekeeping, on-site concierge, and pre-trip planning
- One year to make a reservation and two years to travel
- Six month Inspirato Travel membership ($3,900 Value)
London
Since 1865, The Langham, London has been an iconic grand hotel in the trendy West End neighborhood. The Langham is world renowned for its personalized service, award-winning afternoon tea experience, and dining and drinking opportunities.
Los Cabos
The whitewashed, modernist buildings of Viceroy Los Cabos rise from the Sea of Cortez like cubes stacked on a mirror. Seawater circulates among each structure, linking four infinity-edge pools while flowing under elevated walkways that connect every guest room.
Santa Fe
Immerse yourself in the charm of the American Southwest at the tranquil Bishop's Lodge resort, set on more than 300 acres of Santa Fe National Forest just 10 minutes from the bustling plazas of downtown Santa Fe.
Savannah
Perry Lane Hotel seamlessly blends modern luxury with classic Southern hospitality and is located steps away from Savannah's iconic Forsyth Park.
Scottsdale
Originally built in 1928, the Arizona Biltmore has been completely renovated into a sophisticated-yet-modern resort. The property features seven pools, including an adults-only pool and a four-story, family-friendly pool with a twist slide.
Sonoma
Nestled in California’s beautiful wine country, The Lodge at Sonoma is an intimate slice of paradise with access to the vibrancy of Sonoma Plaza—explore wine tasting, specialty shops, and sightseeing.

7-Night Stay at Luxury Hotel with Inspirato
Choice between six global destinations: Florence, Kohala Coast, Laguna Beach, London, Los Cabos, or Nassau.
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7-Night Stay at Luxury Global Destination with Inspirato
Your choice between six global destinations: Florence, Kohala Coast, Laguna Beach, London, Los Cabos, or Nassau.
As the lucky recipient of this Inspirato luxury travel package, you will enjoy:
- Four nights at your choice of six iconic hotels and resorts
- Daily housekeeping, on-site concierge, and pre-trip planning
- One year to make a reservation and two years to travel
- Six month Inspirato Travel membership ($3,900 Value)
Florence
Enjoy luxury hospitality with a seven-night stay at Baglioni Relais Santa Croce. A former 18th-century palazzo, this chic boutique hotel is situated in the heart of Florence, walking distance to The Duomo, the Basilica of Santa Croce, and more.
Kohala Coast
Enjoy luxury hospitality with a seven-night stay at Fairmont Orchid. Set on 32 acres along the sweeping Kohala Coast of the Big Island, the modern resort is home to sandy white beaches and a 10,000-square-foot oceanfront pool.
Laguna Beach
Majestically perched atop a bluff overlooking the California coast, Montage Laguna Beach is the pinnacle of seaside sophistication.
London
Since 1865, The Langham, London has been an iconic grand hotel in the trendy West End neighborhood. The Langham is world renowned for its personalized service, award-winning afternoon tea experience, and dining and drinking opportunities.
Los Cabos
The whitewashed, modernist buildings of Viceroy Los Cabos rise from the Sea of Cortez like cubes stacked on a mirror. Seawater circulates among each structure, linking four infinity-edge pools while flowing under elevated walkways that connect every guest room.
Nassau
Located within the magnificent Baha Mar resort enclave, Rosewood Baha Mar graces 3,000 feet of pristine white-sand coastline along Cable Beach in Nassau. The seaside sanctuary delivers gracious Bahamian hospitality, an array of global culinary offerings, and the finest wellness amenities.

Signed Pointe Shoes from Megan Fairchild '02
Bid on a pair of signed pointe shoes from New York City Ballet principal dancer and PCS alumna Megan Fairchild ’02.
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Signed Pointe Shoes from Megan Fairchild '02
We are pleased to offer a signed pair of pointe shoes donated by PCS alumna and Principal Dancer with the New York City Ballet, Megan Fairchild '02.
In November 2001, Ms. Fairchild became an apprentice with New York City Ballet, and in October 2002 she joined the Company as a member of the corps de ballet. Ms. Fairchild was promoted to the rank of soloist in February 2004, and in January 2005, she was promoted to principal dancer.

Signed Pointe Shoes from Tiler Peck '06
Bid on a pair of signed pointe shoes from New York City Ballet principal dancer and PCS alumna Tiler Peck ’06.
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Signed Pointe Shoes from Tiler Peck '06
We are pleased to offer a signed pair of pointe shoes donated by PCS alumna and Principal Dancer with the New York City Ballet, Tiler Peck '06.
In September 2004, Ms. Peck became an apprentice with New York City Ballet. In February 2005 she joined the Company as a member of the corps de ballet. She was promoted to soloist in December 2006 and principal dancer in October 2009.
Ms. Peck also received the PCS Legacy Award in 2017.

Virtual Meet & Greet with Barrett Doss '07
Bid on a 30-minute virtual conversation with star of ABC’s Station 19 and PCS alumna Barrett Doss ’07.
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Virtual Meet & Greet with Barrett Doss '07
We are pleased to offer the opportunity to bid on a Virtual Meet & Greet with Barrett Doss '07. This 30-minute session can cover an array of topics, and the winner may ask Barrett questions about her career, get advice for breaking into the industry, ask for audition tips, and more.
Barrett Doss stars opposite Justin Hartley in the Netflix holiday movie The Noel Diary and currently stars as a series regular on the ABC’s Shondaland series ‘Station 19’. Barrett starred on Broadway in Groundhog Day in the lead female role of Rita. She appeared in the Broadway revival of You Can’t Take It With You starring James Earl Jones and Rose Byrne. Barrett holds a B.A. from NYU Gallatin School of Individualized Study.
Barrett is a rising star of the industry and could offer valuable insights to young performers looking to get into the business.
THANK YOU TO THE PCS SPRING GALA HOST COMMITTEE!
PCS is exceedingly grateful for the leadership and generosity of our sponsors who have underwritten the Gala’s direct costs,
enabling all additional ticket sales and contributions to directly support our students through the PCS Financial Aid Fund.
Honorary Chairs
Sidley Austin LLP
Honorary Vice Chairs
Melanie Harris ’91 and Rob Fraiman
Erin and Brendan Scanlon
Executive Host Committee
The Asimos Family
Amanda and Ritam Bhalla
Donald and Susan Brant
Ernest and Kay Frank
Isaac and Kieran Greaney
Brian and Jenny Hogan
Diane Kenney
Sonya and Darren Schroeder
Jason Weinberg and Merritt Johnson
Host Committee
Jesse and Anne Ausubel
David R. Bixler ‘71
Marian Brown and John Glassie
Brian and Jenny Hogan
Sally Shreeves and Norm Champ