Masquerade 2008: Flashback to the '60s

It's what's happening, baby!

Every other year, the Art Institute hosts a themed Masquerade like none other in Kansas City to raise funds for student scholarships.

In 2008, Honorary Chair and former mayor Kay Barnes and Event Chairs Joni and Larry Weiner invite you to immerse yourself in a retro world of artistic creation.

Recent News Coverage:
Dress Rehearsal photos from The Kansas City Star

Reasons to attend!

• A "living art" performance showcasing the visually stunning creations of KCAI's art and design students and guest performers from the Burlesque Downtown Underground
• Go-go dancers - join them on stage!
• Dance contest - remember the Twist and the Mashed Potato? You can't miss this!
• Open bars
• Full gourmet dinner
• Luxury Raffle - Win a luxury package for only $20...if you get the right ticket!
• Incredible music - Motown, The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, Peter, Paul & Mary and more
• Cutting-edge, live interactive video, courtesy of Novus Viscus
• Support tomorrow's budding artists - all proceeds benefit student scholarships

Special Features Include:

Novus Viscus - - - - - - - - Burlesque Downtown Underground

Dress
1960s-inspired costumes admired but not required. Come dressed as your favorite '60s celebrity or create your own '60s style!

Saturday, May 3, 2008
6:30 to 11 PM
Crown Center Exhibit Hall (map)
2323 McGee
Kansas City, MO

Tickets are $125 ($100 for young guests 35 and under).
Patron tickets and Sponsorship opportunities are also available.
Tickets are now on sale! Call now, seating is limited. Email tclevenger@kcai.edu or call 816-802-3417.

Your contributions will directly impact the 99 percent of Art Institute students who benefit from some form of financial aid; a diverse group of talented young artists and designers who might not be able to pursue their artistic dreams without your support.

Warwick Society members receive a 10% discount on tickets and sponsorships.

Patron Party
A special patron party will be held from 6 to 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 22, for guests who give at the patron level (see Page 2). Generously hosted by patron party chair Jim Blair, this event will provide guests with an opportunity to enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres in his fabulous Frank Lloyd Wright-designed home, an historic landmark in Kansas City’s Roanoke neighborhood.

Please visit this page again for updated event information, or contact Tara Clevenger at tclevenger@kcai.edu or 816-802-3417.

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Sponsors

As of May 1, 2008

Read more about the Art Institute's annual gala to raise funds for student scholarships:

Art and Design Auction 2007

Masquerade 2006: Body/Architecture

Art and Design Auction 2005

Masquerade 2004: Mythopolis