A benefit concert Thursday evening for the fire-damaged Middle Collegiate Church

There's a live virtual benefit concert Thursday evening at 7 for the fire-damaged Middle Collegiate Church on Second Avenue between Sixth Street and Seventh Street.

Here's more about what to expect:

On March 25, join an incredible group of activists and performers to help us raise badly-needed money so that we can rebuild. This incredible live fundraiser will be hosted by Tituss Burgess and Bevy Smith. 

The night will feature performances from renowned artists like Norah Jones, Ellie Kemper, Emily King, Aunjanue Ellis, Daniel Breaker, Ani DiFranco, Elizabeth Stanley, Heather Headley and Branch Woodman as well as inspirational words from leaders like Chelsea Clinton, Linda Sarsour, Marianne Williamson, Melissa Harris-Perry, V (formerly Eve Ensler), Gabby Bernstein, Michelle Hurd, Jacqui Lewis and Paula Stone Williams.

Find ticket information at this link.

A six-alarm fire early on Dec. 5 destroyed the southeast corner of Second Avenue and Seventh Street, including the neighboring Middle Collegiate Church.   

Church officials have vowed to rebuild their sanctuary.

Photo yesterday by Derek Berg