Please join us for the 7th annual
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2012 Joe and Carol Catalano Event Co-Chairs Joe Castiglia, Carolyn Peterson, Rena Vakay Sponsorship Co-Chairs
Featuring Two-time Tony Award Winner Sutton Foster in Concert
Evan Hineman, So J. Lim, Ilene Tognini Business Partnership Co-Chairs
Join us for a benefit in support of student scholarships at George Mason University’s College of Visual and Performing Arts and the Great Performances at Mason season at the Center for the Arts. The evening begins by showcasing the remarkable talents of Mason students amid an array of spectacular food and beverages, and culminates in the Concert Hall with a performance by Broadway ingénue and two-time Tony Award-winner, Sutton Foster. Don’t miss this incredible vocal powerhouse in a performance of showstoppers and ballads, showcasing her powerful soprano, fantastic footwork, and dazzling acting. A private dessert and champagne reception with the artist takes place on stage following the performance.
• 5:00 p.m.: ARTS by George! event – Student showcases in art, music, dance, theater, arts management, computer game design, and film and video studies throughout the studios and performance spaces of the de Laski Performing Arts Building and Harris Theater – Creative cuisine and fine wines bars throughout the event – Silent Auction of unique arts-related items and experiences • 8:00 p.m.: Concert Hall performance by Sutton Foster • 9:45 p.m.: Champagne and dessert reception on stage with Sutton Foster
$200/person ($120 tax deductible) Sponsorship packages are available at $10,000, $5,000, $2,500, $1,000. For more information, contact Deborah Paez Hoesly at dpaez@gmu.edu or 703-993-4188.
Great Performances at Mason: Backstage Notes Pre-Performance Discussions Each of our Concert Hall performances is preceded by a lively presentation led by local experts, and sometimes the artist themselves. These popular discussions are a wonderful way to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for the performance you are about to see. Pre-Performance Discussions are held on Grand Tier III in a relaxed, conversational atmosphere 45 minutes prior to each performance. Admission is free to all ticket holders. Parking There is plenty of inexpensive covered parking in the Parking Deck adjacent to the facility and free parking in outdoor lots just a short walk away.
student productions Enhance your Subscription: Enjoy These Student Productions and Save 10% See stars in the making at these exciting student productions presented by our Dance, Music, and Theater students in Mason’s College of Visual and Performing Arts. Order any of these events with your subscription, and you will save 10% off the listed price.
Children Parents are the best judges of what is most appropriate for their children. However, due to the length and content of our performances, we recommend that children attending an event be at least six years of age. All children, regardless of age, must have a ticket. Family Friendly Performances Many events are particularly suited to families attending together and are designated as Family Friendly. Youth through Grade 12 qualify for half-price tickets to Family Friendly events when accompanied by an adult. Family Friendly events can be identified by this icon ff . Concessions Before each performance and during all intermissions, beverages and light snacks are available for purchase. Beverages include wine, coffee, tea, soft drinks, and bottled water. Educational Outreach Throughout the season, we organize workshops with our touring artists for students in local schools. These programs are valuable educational tools for the students, and help create a greater appreciation and understanding for the performing arts.
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Special Musical Theater Collaboration
Into the Woods
Oct 26–27 / 8 pm Oct 27–28 / 2 pm $20 Adults, $15 Students and Seniors Concert Hall The Mason Players join forces with the School of Music to present the endearing, fast-paced, and always entertaining fairy tale mash-up. Don’t miss this exciting full-scale musical production.
Mason Symphony Orchestra and Choruses
Messiah Sing-Along
Sun / Dec 9 / 7 pm $10 Adults, $5 Students and Seniors Concert Hall Celebrate the season with the Mason Symphony Orchestra, Choruses and gifted student soloists in a sing-along presentation of Handel’s Messiah, a cherished hallmark of the holidays.
Mason Dance Company
2013 Gala Concert Fri / Mar 22 / 8 pm Sat Mar 23 / 8 pm $20 Adults, $12 Students and Seniors Concert Hall The Gala Concert is the Dance Company’s crowning season event. Presented in the Concert Hall, the program is an opportunity to see this extraordinary repertory company of dancers at the start of their professional careers, performing a program of contemporary choreographic masterpieces.
Please order tickets for all of these events on the “Additional Tickets for Great Performances and Student Productions” section of the order form. These events may not be selected as part of a Choose-Your-Own Series.
call 703-993-2787 or visit cfa.gmu.edu
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