Red, Hot & Soul Gala Benefits ZACH Theatre’s Artistic and Education Programs

ZACH Theatre’s annual gala, Red, Hot & Soul: A Masquerade

Affair with Venetian Flair, featured a dazzling cocktail party in the Topfer Theatre Lobby, a sumptuous dinner by Flavor Co., signature ZACH entertainment, a lively auction, and a fabulous after-party celebrating 102 years of outstanding theatre at ZACH.

Guests’ fashion featured an array of masks to highlight the masquerade theme inspired by Venetian Carnevale. Funds raised at Red, Hot & Soul support ZACH’s educational programming including Family Series, ZACH’s Pre-Professional Company, Acting Conservatory, Arts Across the Curriculum, Sensory Friendly Performances, and SAFE partnership.

The event honored Baylor, Scott & White, led by Jay Fox, President and CEO, Greater Austin Region, and Eric and Michelle Natinsky. Event Chairs were Donn Gauger and Maxx Judd with Co-Chairs Cindy Greenwood and Kathy Taylor. Committee members included Julie Acevedo, Amy Barbee, Larry Connelly, Maria Groten, Ashley Hunter, Caroline Messer, Harriet O’Neill, Nico Ramsey, Karen Rove, Julie Williams, and Kevin Witcher.

ZACH’s education programs reach over 55,000 children and students annually, welcoming all of Austin’s children and schools to attend performances, classes, and summer camps, even if they can’t afford tickets or tuition. For more information, visit www.zachtheatre.org.