Josh Groban to Headline 2025 Tilles Center Gala in Brookville, Bringing a Night of Music and Philanthropy to Long Island
BROOKVILLE, N.Y. – The Tilles Center for the Performing Arts at Long Island University has announced that multi-award-nominated singer and performer Josh Groban will headline its 2025 Gala, taking place on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at 8:30 p.m. The annual benefit concert serves as one of Long Island’s most anticipated arts fundraising events, supporting the nonprofit center’s year-round performances and arts education programs.
The gala will unfold at the Tilles Center’s Concert Hall in Brookville, where guests will enjoy a one-night-only concert from Groban – known worldwide for his powerful baritone voice and commanding stage presence. The evening includes pre-show festivities, including a cocktail reception and dinner for gala sponsors and supporters, before the main performance begins.
Funds raised from the event will help sustain Tilles Center’s community programming, including student performances, educational workshops, and partnerships that bring arts access to thousands of Long Island residents each year. Seating prices for the concert vary depending on location, with premium orchestra and gala-level packages available through the venue’s website.
A Night Supporting Long Island’s Arts Future
Tilles Center’s annual gala has long been a cornerstone of Long Island’s cultural calendar, bringing together philanthropists, arts patrons, and community leaders. Each year, the event features world-class performers – from John Legend to Steve Martin & Martin Short – with proceeds directly benefiting the nonprofit’s mission to “bring world-class entertainment and arts education to the Long Island community.”
The 2025 gala will also celebrate Tilles Center’s New Works Initiative and the center’s inaugural Artist-in-Residence, Adam Pascal, underscoring its growing commitment to fostering original productions and artist development.
Located on the campus of Long Island University, Tilles Center is recognized as one of the region’s premier venues for live performance, featuring a robust lineup of music, theater, and dance throughout the season.
Gala 2025
| Event Name | Tilles Center Gala 2025 |
|---|---|
| Headliner | Josh Groban |
| Date & Time | Saturday, October 11, 2025 – 8:30 PM |
| Venue | Concert Hall, Tilles Center for the Performing Arts |
| Location | Long Island University, Brookville, NY |
| Ticket Availability | On sale via tillescenter.org |
| Seating Prices | Vary by section and package level |
| Purpose | Annual fundraiser supporting Tilles Center performances and arts education |
| Featured Initiative | Tilles Center’s New Works Initiative and Artist-in-Residence program |
| Event Type | Nonprofit Gala & Concert |
About Josh Groban
Josh Groban is a Tony®, Emmy®, and five-time GRAMMY® Award-nominated vocalist, songwriter, and actor whose work spans pop, classical, and Broadway. Born in Los Angeles, Groban first gained national attention in the early 2000s with chart-topping hits such as “You Raise Me Up” and “To Where You Are.” His crossover success has earned him global recognition, with over 35 million albums sold worldwide and multiple platinum-certified releases.
Groban’s artistic reach extends beyond music. He earned acclaim on Broadway as Sweeney Todd in Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, and previously starred in The Great Comet of 1812, earning a Tony nomination. His holiday album Noël remains one of the best-selling seasonal albums in modern history.
In addition to his artistic achievements, Groban is known for his philanthropic work supporting arts education through his Find Your Light Foundation, which funds arts programs for youth across the United States.
Josh Groban – You Raise Me Up (Official Music Video) [HD Remaster]
Josh Groban – To Where You Are (Official Video) [4K Remaster]
Supporting Long Island’s Cultural Legacy
As Long Island’s premier performing arts venue, Tilles Center has presented hundreds of concerts and performances each year for more than four decades. Its education programs reach over 15,000 students annually, making it one of the region’s most significant cultural and educational institutions.
The 2025 Gala represents both a celebration and a call to action-uniting the community around the shared goal of keeping the arts accessible, vibrant, and locally nurtured for generations to come.
