
The experience took place August 15 and 16 at Sousa House NYC. The four-story townhouse was decked in on-theme branding and signs, including a neon sign that read: “Staying in is the new going out.”
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In collaboration with House of Yes, the “Inner Beauty Ball” featured a nightclub vibe with neon signage and a DJ booth.
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Norton Museum of Art’s Annual Gala

Nearly 400 people attended the museum’s annual benefit and after-party in West Palm Beach, Florida, in February, which honored trustee Gilbert Maurer for spearheading the New Norton, the expansion project that’s in its final year of construction. The evening raised more than $1 million to support the museum’s programs and exhibitions.
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Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s Opening Night Gala

Held at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington in February, the 800-guest gala, which was produced by Events by André Wells, featured a tropical decor theme with lush palm centerpieces. The 19th annual gala raised more than $900,000.
Photo: Tony Powell