Actor Leslie Jordan will appear at the fourth annual “Thriving Children: An Evening to Believe In” charity fashion show tonight at 200 Peachtree. This year’s event, presented by Steve Hightower Hair Artists, brings together leading Atlanta fashion, hair and beauty experts to benefit Childkind, Fragile Kids Foundation and The Center for Children & Young Adults.

Jordan is known for television roles in "Will and Grace," "Desperate Housewives," "Boston Legal," "Ugly Betty," and "Reba" and movies including “The Help.” The Emmy winner also is an author and playwright.

“It is with great excitement that we present this year’s event, which promises to be our most entertaining program yet,” said Steve Hightower, owner and master stylist at Steve Hightower Hair Artists Studio. “It defines perfectly the mission we hope to achieve through our organization – to make our community aware of these amazing organizations and the difference they make to nurture the dreams of each child whose lives they touch.”

The program will begin at 7 p.m. and will feature a silent auction, cocktails and bites by local restaurants and entertainment by the Sentimental Journey Orchestra.  The fashion show starts at 8 p.m.Following the show, there will be a special performance by Jordan, then a guest DJ from 10 until midnight.

Tickets cost $75 for General Admission and $175 for VIP Admission, or $300 for a pair of VIP Admission tickets. VIP Admission includes runway seating and a special gift bag valued at $250.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit atlthrivingchildren.org or call 404-248-1980 ext. 238, or call Steve Hightower at 404-264-9006.