# Broadway stars headline pet charity gala in NYC

> Bernadette Peters, Darren Criss and Ariana DeBose perform at Fetch Pet Gala to support animal rescue organizations.
- Title: Broadway stars headline pet charity gala in NYC · Billboard
- Summary: Bernadette Peters, Darren Criss and Ariana DeBose perform at Fetch Pet Gala to support animal rescue organizations. Three major Broadway performers are…
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- Source: Billboard — https://billboard.com/music/music-news/fetch-pet-gala-bernadette-peters-darren-criss-ariana-debose-1236342847
- Author: Paul Grein
- Published: 2026-09-17T21:24:21+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: bernadette peters, darren criss, ariana debose, fetch pet gala, broadway, charity event, pet insurance, animal rescue, broadway cares, north shore animal league america
## Broadway stars headline pet gala
Bernadette Peters, Darren Criss and Ariana DeBose will perform at the second annual Fetch Pet Gala on October 19 at The Carlyle in New York City.
## Event benefits four animal charities
The gala supports Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, Broadway Barks, Wags & Walks and North Shore Animal League America.
## Green carpet features adoptable dogs
The evening starts with a green carpet showcasing shelter dogs from North Shore Animal League America ready for adoption, followed by dinner and performances.
## Star-studded lineup and credentials
Peters is a three-time Tony winner. Criss won a Tony and Emmy. DeBose won an Oscar for West Side Story and was nominated for a Tony.
## Event sold out months in advance
The October 19 gala sold out months ago, building on last year's inaugural event featuring Bernadette Peters, Sutton Foster and Leslie Odom Jr.
## Fetch Pet raises millions for animals
Fetch Pet Insurance has raised over 14.6 million dollars for charitable organizations supporting animals and the people who care for them.

> There's extraordinary comfort in having a beloved pet beside you, especially when life gets difficult.
## Key takeaway

Three major Broadway performers are headlining a sold-out charity event that raises money for pet rescue and animal welfare organizations.