The Washington Ballet turned to its production of Alice for inspiration when designing its annual gala in April. Organizers tapped Syzygy Event Productions to produce the event. Guests were greeted by younger members from the ballet school dressed like the card guards from Alice in Wonderland.
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During the reception at the Washington Ballet gala, waiters served tea sandwiches shaped like hearts, spades, and diamonds from Susan Gage Caterers on trays lined with playing cards.
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Inside the auditorium, red linens, chairs, cushions, place settings, and rose-tree-style centerpieces filled the space in a re-creation of the Queen of Hearts' palace. A wash of red lighting from Digital Lightning completed the look.
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In the dining area, checkerboard tables covered with mismatched gold and silver cutlery added to the Alice theme. Giant mushrooms and heart-shaped hedges served as centerpieces.
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In October 2009 at the Meridian Ball, David Stark's decor was inspired by Alice in Wonderland. The influence was evident in the Queen of Hearts-styled dessert buffet, where Stark included faux cakes made of carnations, and a suspended silver teapot poured a string of red tassels into a stack of saucers and teacups.
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