Who better to honor at the Marian Anderson Awards than a performer whose voice conjures up depth and delight? Actor and father figure James Earl Jones (center) was a natural choice, and a great
attraction for those attending the event at the Kimmel Center named after the late local opera legend. Joining Jones (from left) are John Saler; Christian Donato Saler, vice chair of the gala; Cecilia Hart; and the Hahns: Roz, Richard and Shirley.