The Knights Annual Benefit
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Tickets available soon
HonoringJoe Rose
Guest artistsTessa Lark
Grammy-nominated violinist
J. Kenji López-Alt
James Beard Award-winning chef, author, and creator of Tasting Notes
Joe Rose
Guest artistsTessa Lark
Grammy-nominated violinist
J. Kenji López-Alt
James Beard Award-winning chef, author, and creator of Tasting Notes
Tessa Lark
Grammy-nominated violinist
J. Kenji López-Alt
James Beard Award-winning chef, author, and creator of Tasting Notes
James Beard Award-winning chef, author, and creator of Tasting Notes
On Tuesday, May 12, The Knights present A Musical Feast, a live mash-up of music, food, and culture. Guest artist Tessa Lark and members of the Knights will present musical works that are transformed by generations and traditions. Renowned chef J. Kenji López-Alt will demonstrate iconic dishes inspired by each work, live on stage. Between movements, the artists will engage in lively conversation about their shared inspiration.
This year, we honor Joe Rose for his distinguished leadership and enduring commitment to the arts, and for the Knightsian spirit with which he brings people together and strengthens our community.
This year, we honor Joe Rose for his distinguished leadership and enduring commitment to the arts, and for the Knightsian spirit with which he brings people together and strengthens our community.
Tuesday, May 12, 20266:00 p.m. cocktail reception7:00 p.m. dinner, performances, and cooking demonstration
7:00 p.m. dinner, performances, and cooking demonstration
the dimenna center450 W. 37th Street
New York, NY 10018
450 W. 37th Street
New York, NY 10018
co-chairsAudrey Francis
Graham Parker
Michelle Young
Audrey Francis
Graham Parker
Michelle Young
Festive Attire
This evening will benefit The Knights’ performances and community engagement,
and raise vital funds to support our orchestra’s extraordinary musicians.
This evening will benefit The Knights’ performances and community engagement,
and raise vital funds to support our orchestra’s extraordinary musicians.
and raise vital funds to support our orchestra’s extraordinary musicians.