
The event took place at the Jonathan Club's location on the beach, which offered a view of the ocean.
Photo: Erik Voake

The new floor plan included a multistage setup with catwalks for performers.
Photo: Gabriel Olsen

A new lighting scheme put more focus on the stage this year, an improvement over previous events that lost attendees' attention.
Photo: Erik Voake

About 1,000 guests dined at tables with ocean-inspired design.
Photo: Erik Voake

With an “Expect the Unexpected” theme, the event included a mix of performers, including a magician M.C., stilt walkers in marine-inspired costumes, and tap numbers performed by the L.A. Follies.
Photo: Erik Voake

Roving performers in fanciful sea-god costumes interacted with attendees.
Photo: Erik Voake

The event met its fund-raising goal, taking in more than $1 million.
Photo: Erik Voake