From Wearing ‘The Bear’ Apron to Private Meals, These A-Listers Are Auctioning Experiences to Support Strike Relief

Dinner with David Cross and Bob Odenkirk

Longtime pals and “Mr. Show” alums David Cross and Bob Odenkirk are auctioning off a private dinner. The official description reads: “You and a guest can enjoy an in-person dining experience with ‘Mr. Show’ creators and real-life besties Bob Odenkirk and David Cross in New York or Los Angeles. If you can’t travel, you will dine over Zoom with delivery from your favorite local restaurant.”

The two actors are reuniting on the small screen for upcoming Paramount+ series “Guru Nation,” helmed by “Borat 2” director Jason Woliner. Cross and Odenkirk are set to play “two rival cult gurus who manipulate the minds of their deluded followers,” per a press release. —SB

Breathe in Jeremy Allen White’s Sweat with “The Bear” Apron

Land a pre-worn (aka it touched Jeremy Allen White’s skin) apron from “The Bear.” White and co-stars Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Ayo Edebiri, Lionel Boyce, and Liza Colón-Zayas all signed the blue apron to make you feel right at home in their Chicago beef house.

“The stress of working in a busy Chicago sandwich shop is not included,” the listing teases. —SB

Natasha Lyonne Will Help You Solve the New York Times Sunday Crossword

Those mysterious deaths on “Poker Face” aren’t the only puzzles Natasha Lyonne can solve. The actor is also an avid Crossword fan, even co-creating an entry in the New York Times’ famous series of crosswords in 2019. Now, you and two friends can pick her brain for tips on solving those pesky grids during “a 15-minute existential conversation” in which she’ll help you fill out the NYT’s latest puzzle. Her dog Rootbeer will also be present, so maybe he’ll have some insights of his own. —WC 

The “New Girl” Cast Wants to Party with You on Zoom

Even after “New Girl” wrapped five years ago, the beloved sitcom is still breaking records on streaming platforms. Now, relive the series by “hanging out with the whole dysfunctional gang” per the eBay listing, for a Zoom session for 15 minutes. Stars Zooey Deschanel, Lamorne Morris, Hannah Simone, Max Greenfield, and Zoe Lister-Jones are available to chat and play a virtual game of True American. —SB

Adam Scott Will Walk Your Dogs

Adam Scott is putting his “Parks and Recreation” animal knowledge to the test by walking the highest bidder’s dogs for one hour. The service is only for Los Angeles-based canines, and owners are welcome to join the “Party Down” alum on the walk. 

“You know how you love your dog more than anyone in the world and would do anything for them? Turns out Adam Scott would too, which is why he has offered to walk your dog for up to one hour!” the official listing reads. “Oh, and you can join too if you want, no big deal. Make all the other dogs in the dog park seethe with adorable dog envy!” 

The auction item must be used within one year of purchase, and fans are permitted a photo and video with Scott. —SB

“Bob’s Burgers” Cast Will Sing a Custom Song

The cast of “Bob’s Burgers” will sing a personalized and improvised song for the highest bidder, with the actors behind animated characters Bob, Linda, Tina, Gene,  Louise, Teddy, and more belting into tune. 

The song will be delivered via video and include an autographed, hand-drawn SAG-AFTRA Strike sign hand drawn by series animator Simon Chong with your favorite characters and a special message.

Upon purchase, the song and poster will be completed within one year. —SB

Lena Dunham Painting a Custom Mural

Lena Dunham is ready to show off her talent as a painter in your own home. 

“When you think of Lena Dunham, do the words ‘children’s muralist’ come to mind? Yep, we thought so!” the listing reads. “For real, Lena is an experienced muralist whose best subject matter is ‘stuff 6-year-olds talk about.’ That doesn’t mean she won’t paint for adults; it only means those adults are going to have to expect color, whimsy, and an uncontrollable urge to paint flowering vines up any door frame they’ve got.”

The “Girls” creator will spend up to five hours painting in a house located in New York, Los Angeles, or London based on the bidders. A short video and photos of the experience are allowed with approval by Dunham. 

“Indeed, Lena will spend an afternoon rendering a custom mural: you give her a subject and some coffee, and she will be on a step stool with her eyes squinted for hours, creating something you will enjoy having for years and years or until you move!” the listing promises. —SB

Barry Jenkins and Nicholas Britell Discuss “Moonlight”

Barry Jenkins and composer Nicholas Britell offer a one-hour Zoom session to discuss their music and collaborative process on films like “Moonlight” and “If Beale Street Could Talk.” The never-released “Chopped” and “Screwed” soundtracks from both films, printed on wax for a special pressing for Jenkins’ private collection, are also included in the package.

A special edition deluxe of the “Moonlight” soundtrack and a piece of sheet music signed by Britell is additionally offered. —SB

Sarah Silverman Will Answer 20 Questions

Sarah Silverman is offering a game of 20 questions over a 20-minute private Zoom call. Her only caveat: “Don’t be weird!” —SB

Signed “Atlanta” Pilot Script

Donald Glover is auctioning off a signed “Atlanta” pilot script along with the vinyl of his Childish Gambino album “Awaken, My Love!,” plus a personal note. The 2015 “Atlanta” debut episode aired in April 2015 and was titled “The Big Bang.” —SB

Parker Posey’s “Party Girl” Swag Including a Signed Condom

While we’d love to bottle Parker Posey’s literal swag charisma from her “Party Girl” performance, the actress is alas auctioning off the memorabilia from the indie film. “Party Girl” stickers, confetti, Tylenol (why not), and a signed condom are enough to get the party started from the 1995 Sundance premiere. All items are from Posey’s personal collection and bear her autograph. 

Posey also is auctioning a framed edition 1993 movie poster for “Dazed and Confused” by the late artist Frank Kozik. It’s the 30-year anniversary of the iconic Richard Linklater film, and the poster was a present from Linklater to Posey, featuring her autograph. 

Per the listing, “the story of this poster and her sentimental connection to the film comes with a personal note written. There is a scratch on the lower right-side front and a water stain. Legend has it that its bong water.” 

A “Dazed and Confused” press present including smiley face stickers, an air freshener, weed earrings, matches, pins, and sandalwood incense is also included. To note, everything in the package is a collectible and never was available to the public for purchase. —SB

Ron Livingston and Rosemarie DeWitt Share Relationship Advice

Married couple Ron Livingston and Rosemarie DeWitt (and fellow “Sex and the City” cinematic universe stars) are ready to impart their relationship wisdom via 15-minute Zoom call. 

The description for the pseudo couples counseling listing reads: “The battle over where to eat, what movie to see and whose turn it is to take the dog out is at a stalemate. There is no end in sight. So what do you do? Ask Rosemarie Dewitt and Ron Livingston, obviously! These two have navigated their fair share of petty relationship squabbles both on and off screen, and this has prepared them to adjudicate yours over Zoom. The winning couple of this lot will have the opportunity to have Rosemarie Dewitt and Ron Livingston weigh in on your squabble of choice for 15 minutes. Rulings are final.” —SB

John Lithgow Wants to Paint Your Dog

John Lithgow is in a lot of movies and TV shows, but the award-winning actor still makes time for hobbies and considers watercolors among his crowning achievements. Specifically, watercolor portraits of dogs. Winners of this auction item won’t meet Lithgow in person, but they can send him four to five photos of their pooch, and will receive a watercolor portrait of their pet from Lord Farquaad himself within one year. —WC

Get Daniel Radcliffe’s “Weird: The Al Yankovic Story” Shirt

Look just like Daniel Radcliffe in (one of his many) Hawaiian shirts from “Weird: The Al Yankovic Story.” The crew shirt is a size small, and is signed by the star and Al Yankovic. The buyer will also get DVD and CD of the film signed by Weird Al. —SB

“The Lost Boys” Signed Script

The history of the “Lost Boys” isn’t lost any more thanks to a 1987 signed script of the cult film. Stars Kiefer Sutherland, Jason Patric, Alex Winter and Billy Wirth lend their autographs to the piece of movie memorabilia. —SB

Virtual Story Basics Session with Spike Jonze and Lena Dunham

For people who watched the “Girls” episode “Home Birth” and said, “Wait is that Spike Jonze?” when Marnie and Desi meet with their record label executive, this auction item is a dream come true. Jonze and “Girls” creator Lena Dunham will offer the winner and two additional guests a 30-minute Zoom where they’ll walk through advice on writing for the visual medium. If you, like many, consider “Jackass Forever” and the “Girls” episode “The Panic in Central Park” the two defining works of art of the last decade, it’s a can’t miss. —WC

Busy Philipps Is Ready to Teach Pottery

Fans of “Freaks and Geeks” or the college years of “Dawson’s Creek” have a chance to get creative with the Kim Kelly herself, Busy Phillips. Phillips is offering a winner and a friend the chance to take a pottery class at a New York City studio, and maybe pick up on tricks needed to make those adorable pig pots Phillips posts on Instagram. —WC

20 Questions With Maggie Gyllenhaal

Maggie Gyllenhaal hasn’t made a movie since her directorial debut “The Lost Daughter,” but that 2021 psychodrama was so strong that it made the longtime actor’s filmmaking chops readily apparent. If you win this auction item, you can ask her about her process during a 30-minute Zoom session, with a facilitator moderating a 20-question Q&A with Gyllenhaal. Two guests of the winner are also allowed. —WC

Duffer Brothers Autographed “Stranger Things 4” Poster

A poster for “Stranger Things 4,” signed by series creators The Duffer Brothers, is also up for auction. —SB

Eat Lunch with Emmy Winner Ann Dowd

An in-person lunch in New York City (or a virtual meal in any city) is all yours if you’re an Ann Dowd fan. The “Handmaid’s Tale” and “The Leftovers” star is ready to open up about her path to acting over a meal. The official listing reads: “Did you know that Emmy-winning actress Ann Dowd was once a Pre-Med Student who decided to drop out and follow her passion for acting? This is an invaluable chance for a lucky bidder to sit down with her and absorb the warm wisdom of her decades of experience.” —SB

Mark Ruffalo Signed Hulk Funko Pops

Mark Ruffalo (aka The Hulk) has signed a series of Funko Pops up for auction. —SB

Riley Keough Autographed “Daisy Jones and the Six” Vinyl

The already iconic soundtrack for the Emmy-nominated Prime Video series “Daisy Jones and the Six” sounds best when played on a vinyl record. Even better? The one available for bids is signed by lead actress Riley Keough, who plays the titular Daisy Jones. —SB

Brit Marling’s Wolf Sweatshirt from “The O.A.” and a Personal Letter

Anyone who was on the internet after Netflix’s “The OA” was canceled knows that the weirdo sci-fi series’ fans were highly passionate. It’s no surprise that the chance of merch from the show is one of the highest-selling items in this entire auction. If you can pony up over $4,000 dollars, you have the chance to win the sweatshirt creator/star Brit Marling wore during “The OA.” Not only that, but Marling will also write a personalized letter to the recipient. —WC

Tom Waits’ Fedora

Tom Waits is taking his hat off for a special bidder, literally. Fans can purchase a signed, black fedora worn by the musician/actor. 

The official listing reads: “Dusted off from Waits’s personal collection, this hat is a rare and special collectible for any fan of this incredible artist. The hat is from Tom’s personal collection.” —SB

Keanu Reeves Signed “Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure” Script

The 1986 script of “Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure” is signed by lead stars Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter, plus screenwriters Chris Matheson and Ed Solomon. —SB

Kayley Cuoco Signed “Harley Quinn” Poster

Kayley Cuoco, the voice of Harley Quinn in the animated Max series, is auctioning off a signed poster. The description reads, “Your life may be a hot mess, but compared to Harley Quinn you’re doing great! Remind yourself of that by hanging up a poster signed by the star of the show, Kayley Cuoco, who has done a stellar job of voicing the delightfully scary antiheroine in the animated series.” —SB

Pick Rachel Bloom’s Brain Over Coffee

If you, like most “Crazy Ex-Girlfriend” fans, have been incapable of getting “Let’s Generalize About Men” out of your head for the past five years or so, now’s your chance to tell series creator Rachel Bloom all about it, face to face. The winner of this auction can invite two additional guests to a 20-minute virtual 20-question conversation with Rebecca Bunch herself. —WC

Virtual Meet-up with the Bones Cast: Emily Deschanel, David Boreanaz, Michaela Conlin and Tamara Taylor

Criminology procedural “Bones” was on the air for 12 years and 246 episodes, but if that wasn’t enough time to with the show’s cast for you, bid on the chance to bring one guest to a 15-minute virtual chat with series stars Emily Deschanel, David Boreanaz, Michaela Conlin, and Tamara Taylor. Maybe see if they’ve retained any of that forensic science info their characters always babbled about? —WC

Ally Pankiw Wants to Mentor You for Three Hours

Director Ally Pankiw probably isn’t as recognizable as many of the celebrities putting their time up for auction, but the director — known for her work on “Schitt’s Creek” and “Black Mirror” as well as her upcoming film “I Used to Be Funny” with Rachel Sennott — is offering one of the more practical items from the auction. An aspiring filmmaker or working director can receive three one-hour mentorship/coaching sessions with Pankiw, who wil give guidance on entering the industry and establishing a directing career. —WC

Rian Johnson Signs His Filmography

“Glass Onion” and “Knives Out” filmmaker Rian Johnson autographs his filmography thus far with a bundle of authentic collectibles. Johnson signed Blu-Ray copies of his seminal works, including “Brick,” “Knives Out,” “Looper,” and “Star Wars Episode VIII: The Last Jedi,” plus a vinyl soundtrack from “Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery” that’s signed by film composer Nathan Johnson. —SB

Zoom Meet Up with Matt Bomer & Tim Dekay from “White Collar”

For 20 minutes, fans of the USA Network procedural “White Collar” can experience a mini-reunion by Zoom with series stars Matt Bomer and Tim Dekay, speaking about their experiences on the show. One guest of the winner is allowed. The original TV series ran from 2009 to 2014. —WC

“How Did This Get Made” Live Show and Meet and Greet

For 13 years, Paul Scheer, June Diane Raphael, and Jason Mantzoukas have hosted “How Did This Get Made,” a podcast digging into bad or critically panned movies. Long-time listeners have a chance to meet the hosts themselves through this auction item, which gives them access to two tickets to any of their live shows in the United States, plus a meet and greet backstage and a chance to take a photo. —WC

Zoom with Emmy Award Winning Writer/Creator of “Dead to Me,” Liz Feldman

“Dead to Me” concluded last fall, but series creator Liz Feldman is still alive and kicking and perfectly willing to chat with you. The winning bidder on this item can invite one guest and receive a 30-minute Zoom call with Feldman, to chat about “anything you want (except for pitches because then she’d get into legal trouble).” —WC

Zoom with “Manifest” stars Josh Dallas & Melissa Roxburgh

The recently concluded “Manifest,” an NBC-turned-Netflix sci-fi series about plane crashes, was one of TV’s most generally confusing and unpredictable shows. So, if you’re still stewing over what exactly happened in that finale, why not pick the brains of the show’s stars themselves? Melissa Roxburgh and Josh Dallas, who played siblings on the show, are offering a 15-minute Zoom call to a winning bidder, who i allowed to invite up to three friends. —WC