Real Art Ways' New Fundraiser: The Odd Ball
Saturday, April 4, 2009
8 PM
Hartford, Connecticut – After four years of sponsoring its unique Real Party, Real Art Ways is creating a new party to talk about: It’s a ball. The Odd Ball. Saturday, April 4, 2009, at 8 PM. The Odd Ball takes its inspiration from the topsy-turvy world of Carnevale. Guests will arrive in costume, artists will body paint models, and surprises will be around every corner. Ticket information is below. Proceeds support Real Art Ways’ programs. Real Art Ways is located at 56 Arbor Street in Hartford’s Parkville neighborhood.
The Odd Ball will feature a smorgasbord of spectacle and surprises, including:
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Body art: Artists painting on live models under the direction of Agostino Arts.
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Artist and DJ Xaviera Simmons at the turntable.
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Food Bazaar featuring a bevy of international favorites.
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Roving Gypsy Raven reading palms and telling fortunes.
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The Final Four on the big screen (yes, you read that correctly).
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Photo artistry by Steven Laschever Photography.
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The wildly talented Frank Everhart, Close-up Magician.
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A Booth of Secrets created by artist Anne Cubberly.
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Midnight runway show with body painted models and the most creatively costumed guests. Prizes will be awarded for the best costumes.
Tickets:
Individual: $45 (cash bar)
VOP (Very Odd Person): $100 (includes open bar)
Entourage Package (10 VOP Tickets): $900
On sale online (realartways.org) or 860.232.1006 x 110
Support:
Special thanks to the Odd Ball sponsors: Aetna, Travelers, Charney Architects, Essex Steam Train and Riverboat, and media sponsor The Hartford Advocate.
About Real Art Ways
Real Art Ways is one of the leading contemporary arts organizations in the United States, with a record of linking artists, innovation and community. Programs include visual arts, with exhibitions, public art projects, and artist presentations; cinema, with independent and international films 7 nights a week; music; performance; literary events; community and educational programming.
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