Timothy and Athena Blackburn opened their sumptuous new Nob Hill pied-a-terre on Friday night to honor Benefactors of San Francisco Ballet’s Opening Night Gala. The whole evening was delightful and Benefactor Party Chair Elaine Mellis worked with Athena, McCall’s, William Hill, and La Marca to create a sumptuous menu that complemented their lovely home. Guests feasted on Crepe purses with Ricotta and Preserved Lemon, Lobster Bisque, Sturgeon Caviar Potato Chips with Crème fraîche, Opera Torte Squares and the most delectable French Macaroons outside of Paris. Our dining experience was not complete without a visit to the incredible dining room with its lacquered walls and candle chandelier.
A glittering assemblage of San Francisco personalities speculated about the Opening Night performance and comparing notes on holiday travel and New Year’s resolutions. As you may know (but I didn’t until a couple of years ago!), SF Ballet is rare among arts organizations because its Opening Night Gala Performance is ONLY performed that night and the following week, the Company opens its first program of the season, John Cranko’s Onegin.
We are also excited about the Post Performance Party where guests will dance the night away with the lively and exquisite dancers from SF Ballet, to live Music by Notorious and special guest DJ – SF Ballet Dancer Sebastian Vinet!
It is hard to believe that the Gala is only tomorrow – we are still working furiously behind the scenes to make sure every detail is attended to for this special evening. It has been an honor and a pleasure to be the “CEO” of this little venture. The Auxiliary and SF Ballet have been outstanding – I am lucky to work with such wonderful people. The event is already a huge success and the Auxiliary is thrilled to be contributing so significantly to this beloved and important cultural institution.
See you at the Palazzo!
1 Day and Counting!
San Francisco Ballet Auxiliary's 2012 Gala Chair
January 18, 2012
Timothy and Athena Blackburn opened their sumptuous new Nob Hill pied-a-terre on Friday night to honor Benefactors of San Francisco Ballet’s Opening Night Gala. The whole evening was delightful and Benefactor Party Chair Elaine Mellis worked with Athena, McCall’s, William Hill, and La Marca to create a sumptuous menu that complemented their lovely home. Guests feasted on Crepe purses with Ricotta and Preserved Lemon, Lobster Bisque, Sturgeon Caviar Potato Chips with Crème fraîche, Opera Torte Squares and the most delectable French Macaroons outside of Paris. Our dining experience was not complete without a visit to the incredible dining room with its lacquered walls and candle chandelier.
A glittering assemblage of San Francisco personalities speculated about the Opening Night performance and comparing notes on holiday travel and New Year’s resolutions. As you may know (but I didn’t until a couple of years ago!), SF Ballet is rare among arts organizations because its Opening Night Gala Performance is ONLY performed that night and the following week, the Company opens its first program of the season, John Cranko’s Onegin.
We are also excited about the Post Performance Party where guests will dance the night away with the lively and exquisite dancers from SF Ballet, to live Music by Notorious and special guest DJ – SF Ballet Dancer Sebastian Vinet!
It is hard to believe that the Gala is only tomorrow – we are still working furiously behind the scenes to make sure every detail is attended to for this special evening. It has been an honor and a pleasure to be the “CEO” of this little venture. The Auxiliary and SF Ballet have been outstanding – I am lucky to work with such wonderful people. The event is already a huge success and the Auxiliary is thrilled to be contributing so significantly to this beloved and important cultural institution.
See you at the Palazzo!