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Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers gracefully dance cheek to cheek across the silver screen. Ella Fitzgerald, Count Basie, and Duke Ellington inspire Americans to swing on the dance floor, Amelia Earhart flies solo across the Pacific, and Babe Ruth hits the final home run of his career. In Tacoma, Washington, civic leaders found a new art museum. Now, 75 years later, we celebrate that momentous year. Join us for this year’s very special event, Shall We Dance, commemorating the 75th anniversary of Tacoma Art Museum. Guests are invited to enjoy an elegant multi-course dinner complemented by Northwest wines, live music by the Shanghai Woolies, ballroom dancing performances, and live and silent auctions led by Laura Michalek, Fundraising Auctioneer, that feature exclusive Northwest artwork and art experiences.
Ready to dance? Purchase your tickets now. Premium ticket, $300/guest
Includes a VIP reception with a dance lesson from Arthur Murray dance studio prior to the event, complimentary valet parking, and priority seating Regular admission, $200/guest Purchase tickets If you have questions regarding online ticketing, please contact Tobin Eckholt, Development Services Manager, at 253.272.4258 x3001.
Sponsor Opportunities Interested in learning more about corporate sponsorship?
Contact Linda Rabadi Fair, Manager of Foundation & Corporate Relations, at 253.272.4258 x3043 or LRabadiFair@TacomaArtMuseum.org.
Dance Lessons Tacoma's Arthur Murray Dance Center is extending a special offer to guests of the Tacoma Art Museum Gala. Guests are eligible for the following $30 package (valued at $278): - Two 30-minute private dance lessons with a professional, certified instructor
- One 40-minute group lesson with a professional, certified instructor
- Personalized dance consultation and dance recommendation
Guests who choose to continue with lessons will be offered a one-time 10% discount on a Foundation Program of eight private lessons. This program includes both private and group lessons, and helps prepare you for social dancing by teaching you the basic steps in the most popular dances. To take advantage of this exclusive offer, call Arthur Murray Dance Studio today at 253.474.2955 and mention the Tacoma Art Museum Gala Guest Special.
Let's Go to the Movies! Step back in time with us as we watch a special screening of the 1935 classic film Top Hat at the Grand Cinema Saturday, October 16th at 10:30 a.m., and Tuesday, October 19th at 7:00 p.m. To purchase tickets to the film, go to www.GrandCinema.com
Hear the music The Shanghai Woolies will be playing live music for the Shall We Dance Gala. Listen to a taste of their music by clicking here. The Shanghai Woolies play "hot music," the 1920s and 30s jazz and pop of Chicago and New York City. The eight-piece ensemble, founded by Pink Martini trumpet player Gavin Bondy, swims in the magical sounds of the young Duke Ellington, the big band swing of Benny Goodman, and the orchestral soundscapes of Paul Whiteman. Visit their website, www.shanghaiwoolies.com. |