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Lauren Walsh, Gena Cristiani and Sara Sardelli
25th Anniversary Gala Monday, Feb. 29, at FSU Center for the Performing Arts Benefiting Sarasota Ballet
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t was a stunning evening, Monday, Feb. 29, at FSU Center for the Performing Arts, as 300 guests attended the Sarasota Ballet’s 25th Anniversary Season Gala, “A Sterling Affair.” The guests enjoyed a social hour before attending a unique performance, featuring three pieces never before seen in Sarasota: “The Mirror Walkers,” “Tweedledum and Tweedledee,” and “The Walk to Paradise Garden.” (P.S. rumors are stirring that “The Walk to Paradise Garden” might be next seen at Selby Gardens.) Following the performance, guests enjoyed a dinner catered by Michael’s On East. HEATHER MERRIMAN SABA | BLACK TIE EDITOR
Co-Chairs Vivian Kouvant and Sydney Goldstein
Carolyn Bramel and Matt Sperling
Photos by Heather Merriman
Above: Rachel Dehart, Meredith Moreland, Autumn Kilby and Marissa Arnold Right: Larry Greenspon and Mary Gratehouse