Ovations Magazine Spring 2024 - Flipbook - Page 20
AN EVENING OF GRATITUDE FOR OUR DRESS
CIRCLE MEMBERS & HELEN K. PERSSON SOCIETY
“Behind the Curtain” backstage tour
On December 12, Kravis Center Dress Circle Members and members of the
Helen K. Persson Society were honored at a “Gratitude Evening”. Nearly 150
guests enjoyed a cocktail reception featuring passed hors d’oeuvres and
culinary creations by Kravis Events by Lessing’s Hospitality Group along with
an exclusive on-stage experience.
Sherry Barrat, Kravis Center Board Chair, welcomed guests saying, “Tonight’s
Gratitude Evening is a heartfelt celebration, honoring the invaluable
contributions of our Dress Circle Members and esteemed Helen K. Persson
Society. You all play an important role in the Kravis Center’s success.” Ms.
Barrat then acknowledged Board members and Life Trustees in attendance.
Diane Quinn, Kravis Center CEO, added, “Because of you, and your
commitment, we will welcome over 70,000 students this season to
live performing arts, and expand our affordable community ticketing
programing for those of limited means. The Kravis Center is a beacon,
a catalyst in this region. For a community of this size, to have this facility
and the programming that is offered is a gift. This gift is powered by each
and every one of you. Why – because you understand the power of the
performing arts.… and for that I am truly grateful.”
Throughout the evening, attendees were guided on tours to explore
backstage in Dreyfoos Hall. A stage lighting demonstration, a visit to the
greenroom and star dressing rooms plus a dessert reception added to the
festivities.
Dress Circle members are donors who support the Center by contributing
$1,000 or more annually. Membership benefits include priority seating based
on membership level, special ticketing privileges, including ticket exchange,
invitation to the annual Dress Circle recognition event, acknowledgement of
support on the Dress Circle Wall of Honor and more.
The Helen K. Persson Society recognizes members whose financial
commitment to the Permanently Restricted Endowment Fund will keep
the Center fiscally sound for generations to come.
For more information on becoming a member of the Dress Circle or Helen
K. Persson Society, please call 561.651.4320 or visit kravis.org/membership or
kravis.myplannedgift.org.
Alex and Mary Galasso, Caryl Firth, John Mike, Rose Faroni
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OVATIONS SPRING 2024