2023 PEN America Literary Gala

2023 HONOREES

Business Visionary Award: Ted Sarandos, Co-Chief Executive Officer, Netflix

PEN/Audible Literary Service Award: Lorne Michaels, Creator, Writer and Executive Producer
Saturday Night Live

Master of Ceremonies: Colin Jost, Co-Anchor, “Weekend Update”, Saturday Night Live

Additional honorees & other special guests to be announced.

The evening includes Cocktail Reception, Dinner and Program, and Dessert and Afterparty

The annual PEN America Literary Gala is a highlight of the New York literary and social calendars, with over 700 guests and an exceptional group of leading writers who sit among them as Literary Hosts. Every year, it is an inspiring, exhilarating, moving event; as we honor those who embody PEN America’s mission to celebrate, champion and defend freedom of expression. The proceeds from this dinner are crucial to PEN America’s dynamic cultural programming and critical advocacy work.