2018 ACT GALA LIVE AUCTION ITEMS

PRIVATE CHOCOLATE TOUR & TASTING WITH FRAN BIGELOW

Join Fran Bigelow for a private talk-and-taste in the Fran’s Chocolates historical building in Georgetown. With Fran as your guide, you and five friends will hear firsthand the history of her company; learn how the confections are made, and watch truffles being hand-dipped. As an extra special sweet treat, you’ll sit at the tasting table and enjoy some of Fran’s most delectable creations with a side of Hot Chocolate.

Value: Priceless Restrictions: Based on a mutually agreeable date before October 5, 2019 Thank you to Fran & Peter Bigelow, Fran’s Chocolates

VAIL COLORADO PENTHOUSE

There’s a saying in Colorado: “People come for winter, but stay for the summer.” This two bedroom fully renovated penthouse overlooking Vail Mountain on Gore Creek offers many miles of walking and biking trails, easy access to Vail Village, Vail golf, hiking and rafting tours, numerous restaurants and shops. Full line grocery, wine and liquor store on premises. In Lionshead Village the nearby Gerald Ford Amphitheater and Betty Ford Alpine Garden provide summer music, entertainment and education. Free transportation between Lionshead, Vail Village and Beaver Creek.

Value: $2,800 Restrictions: Sleeps 6 – 8. Note there is no elevator on the premises. The parking garage is located on the third level; the condo is located on the fifth level. Available May - October, excluding June 29-July 31, 2019. Thank you to Leslie Ray & Michael Bernstein

A TASTE OF INDIA: TRADITIONAL INDIAN DINNER IN THE HOME OF GARY & PARUL HOULAHAN

Authentic Indian food and great company. Join Parul Houlahan, together with her husband, ACT’s Board President Gary Houlahan, for a night of traditional Indian dishes not commonly seen on restaurant menus. You and your group of 20 will have a high-spirited evening of food and friendship alongside Gary and Parul with special guests Artistic Director, John Langs and Managing Director, Becky Witmer.

Value: $1,000 Restrictions: On a mutually agreeable date before October 5, 2019 Thank you to Gary & Parul Houlahan

QUAINT 18TH CENTURY TOWNHOME IN FRENCH COUNTRYSIDE

Located in the Gard region in the south of France, Beaucaire is set in the center of a triangle comprised of Avignon, Nimes and Arles. It is distinguished by a medieval castle, winding cobblestone streets and the Rhone-Sete canal that runs right through the center of town. In fact, it might just be the perfect base from which to explore the wonders of the South of France. Your home for two weeks will be a quaint and simple early 18th century townhouse with three bedrooms and 1.5 baths. A perfect no frills destination for a couple, friends or family. It is the essence of Renaissance living in a once rural but now modest town environment.

Value: $1,500.00 Restrictions: Airfare not included. Expires October 5, 2019. Thank you to Julia & Michael Herschensohn

WALK-ON ROLE IN THE 2019 PRODUCTION OF THE MUSICAL

Here’s your chance to become an ensemble member of the Tony Award winning Urinetown the Musical! As our VIP cast member, you’ll experience a personalized costume fitting, rehearsal on the Falls Theatre stage, along with four tickets for friends and family to see your debut performance.

Value: Priceless Restrictions: Performance must be on a mutually agreed upon date. Performer must be available to come in on a prior date for two hours of fitting and rehearsal. Urinetown the Musical runs April 6 – May 26, 2019 Thank you to ACT Theatre &

PRIVATE PARTY AT CORTINA

Be the most envied host in town when you throw a party in the private dining room at Cortina. Ethan Stowell’s newest Italian & Pacific Northwest inspired restaurant in the heart of downtown is the perfect place to gather your friends and family in our sleek and modern space to enjoy a family-style feast with appetizers, handmade pastas, signature entrée selections, and desserts. This will be a party not to be missed.

Value: $3,000 Restrictions: Wine available for purchase. Space can accommodate 30 people max. Does not include tax or service charge. Not available the month of December or Wednesday, Thursday, Friday nights. To be scheduled 4-6 weeks in advance. Thank you to Ethan Stowell Restaurants

MAUI OCEANFRONT PARADISE

Take me away! In need of a tropical escape? You’ll find it in this newly renovated 3-bedroom Kaanapali area condo with sweeping views of the islands of Molokai and Lanai. This top floor oasis is perfect for whale watching, or simply relaxing with a Mai Tai. This luxurious resort has two pools, tennis courts, lush gardens, and koi ponds. With three miles of white sand and warm clear ocean water, it’s no wonder why Kaanapali Beach was once named America’s Best Beach. This former retreat for the royalty of Maui is now a popular getaway for the world. You’ll never want to return to the mainland!

Value: $2,895 Restrictions: Subject to availability. Blackout dates December 13th through January 6th. Does not include airfare or resort fee. Thank you to Nicholas Hart & Jennifer Weis

SEAHAWKS 50 YARD LINE TICKETS + VIP TRAINING CAMP EXPERIENCE

Put on your blue and green, grab a friend and enjoy a home game right on the 50-yard line in the Club Section – just enough under cover so that rain is never an issue. To top it off, you and three of your best friends will be treated to a VIP Training Camp experience next summer! This ultimate football package is filled with exclusive access and up-close views of NFL Training Camp football. As you watch practice from your VIP vantage points, you’ll also enjoy the scenic views from the VIP Hospitality Tent setting on the shores of Lake .

Value: $1,000 Restrictions: VIP Training Camp Experience must be scheduled for mutually agreeable date and time for all parties (August 2019; Training Camp schedule will be released in early July 2019). Winning bidder and guests may not wear clothing representing any other NFL team during the experience. Experience details subject to change pending Football Operations guideline changes. Thank you to Gary & Parul Houlanhan, Tim Mulligan, Seahawks

57TH STREET NYC CONDO + TICKETS TO HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD

This beautiful Hilton Club NYC one-bedroom condo awaits you and friend! Enjoy four nights of all midtown has to offer perched high above 57th Street. Walking distance to Central Park and the theatre district where you’ll be able to learn the secret of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child with your tickets to parts one and two!

Value: $2750 Restrictions: Condo available dates January 7 through February 14. Tickets to Harry Potter and the Cursed Child good for Saturday, February 2, 2019. Thank you to Leslie Ray & Michael Bernstein

The Live Auction will take place at ACT Theatre on Friday, October 5 in the Allen Theatre at 8:30pm. Questions? Contact the Development Team at [email protected]