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Join us for a memorable country western experience at our annual fundraising benefit on Friday, October 19, 2018, from 7pm-11pm at The Music Hall.

Evening will include live performances by The Mammals and CC & The Boys with line dancing provided by Fred Astaire Dance Studios. The menu is generously provided by Pik Nik BBQ, Ruth’s Chris, RiverMarket & Saw Mill Tavern. ‘Boots & Bling’ attire encouraged.

WHY we need your support:

We’re a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving our community by presenting world-class musicians and performing artists right here in Westchester, offering theater education opportunities for young people, providing community outreach efforts to make the arts accessible to diverse audiences, and proving our historic, landmark theater can be a showcase for renewable energy! Ticket sales only cover a portion of the theater’s annual operating costs. Support of our annual benefit party is essential to ensuring the long-term success of The Music Hall and the new Music Hall Academy.

Please know that funds from first-time contributors or contribution increases from existing donors are eligible for a match from the ArtsWestchester 2018 Challenge Grant.

Honorary Chairs

New York State Senator Andrea Stewart-Cousins
New York State Assemblyman Tom Abinanti
Westchester County Executive George Latimer

Benefit Chairs

Kristen Clarfeld
Pam Terracciano

Benefit Committee

Eve Brooks
Jill Greenspan
Betsy Harding

Aubrey Hawes
Alyssa Jacobs
Bob Lane

Marjorie Lang
JoAnne Murray
Katie Plunkett

HOW to help:

Sponsors will be listed in all benefit marketing and promotional materials. Sponsors will also be acknowledged during the benefit with on-site signage and on-stage remarks.

We’re fixin’ to plaster sponsor logos and/or text acknowledgement on:

  • Digital and printed invitations, event information and website
  • Video screen in the theater
  • “Our Supporters” pages on the website, and in The Muse
  • Digital “Thank You” email sent to benefit attendees post-event
  • Spotlight, our newsletter
  • Printed event insert program in gift bags

REWARD:

  • NEW SHERIFF IN TOWN / $25,000 Gold Bits

    Underwrite the whole rodeo and single-handedly help us “raise the roof” by funding our critical capital need of a new roof at The Music Hall. Your capital gift takes us from concept to construction. Recognition includes a special plaque, plus customized benefits. Your support will be legendary!

  • SUNDANCE KID / $10,000 Gold Bits

    10 tickets, largest font public acknowledgment, benefit VIP parking, one Grillbot Automatic BBQ Grill Cleaner, swag, and underwriting of one item below:
    • Band/The Mammals   • Band/CC & The Boys • AV/Tech Equipment

  • WRANGLER / $7,500 Gold Bits

    8 tickets, large font public acknowledgment, swag, underwriting of one item below:
    • Main Stage  • Band Stage  • Production Team

  • CITY SLICKER / $5,000 Gold Bits

    6 tickets, large font public acknowledgment swag, underwriting of one item below:
    • Lights/Main Stage  • Lights/Band Stage  • Cyclorama (ask us about this!)

  • LONE RANGER / $2,500 Gold Bits

    4 tickets, medium font public acknowledgment, swag, underwriting of one item below:
    • Entertainment  • Dance Floor  • Signature Cocktail Bar • Stage Crew

  • OUTLAW / $1,000 Gold Bits

    2 tickets, public acknowledgment, swag, underwriting of one item below:
    • Red Carpet • Coat Check • Hors d’oeuvres • Décor

Individual Ticket: $175
Benefactor Ticket: $225

WHO we thank:

New Sheriff in Town

  • Kristen & Rob Clarfeld (Capital Gift)
  • Kent Sheng (Capital Gift)

City Slicker

  • M&T Bank (Saloon)
  • Steve & Ingrid Dyott (Sound)

Lone Ranger

  • Allan M. Block Insurance Agency (Dessert)
  • Dan Bucci, Coldwell Banker (Invitations)
  • Betsy Harding & Tom Hutton (Photo Booth)

Outlaw

  • Eve & Brant Brooks (Silent Auction)
  • Coffee Labs Roasters (Coffee)
  • Carol Cecere Jendras (Favors)
  • Jonathan P. Arfa, P.C. The Employment Lawyers
  • Robert Lane & Janine Guercio (Flowers)
  • Elise & Philip Orlando (Red Carpet)
  • Phelps Hospital (Decor)
  • Katie Plunkett & Antonio Muinos (Photographer)
  • Melanie & Drew Schaffran (Hors d’oeuvres)
  • Heidi & Bob Schwartz (Red Carpet)
  • Silverman Realty Group, Inc. (Wine Pull)
  • Singleton, Davis & Singleton PLLC (Swag)
  • Paul & Pamela Terracciano (Dancers)


View some great photos from last year’s Gala!