Sixty years of artistic heritage deserves a celebration unlike any other. That's exactly what Anne Jackson, executive director of Arts One Presents, has created with their inaugural gala happening Sept. 4 at Sassafras Springs Vineyard.
"This is not a program – this is a production," Anne explains, describing how they've reimagined what a fundraising event can be.
What truly distinguishes this gala is how the entertainment seamlessly integrates throughout the evening. Nine performances from past Arts One Presents and ACO productions will transport guests through the organization's rich history, with numbers from "The Sound of Music," "Beauty and the Beast," "The Wizard of Oz," and even "Kiss Me, Kate." Some original cast members are returning specifically for this event, giving attendees a chance to experience shows they might have missed.
Even the culinary experience becomes art, with visually stunning food presentations and custom-designed edible centerpieces created by Jennifer from Shelby Lynn's Cake Shoppe featuring chocolate molds and edible gold. "Everything is art," Anne emphasizes, explaining how they've crafted an experience that engages all the senses.
From their visual art installations throughout Springdale to their partnership with local schools for performance spaces, Arts One Presents has transformed challenges into opportunities for deeper community connection. Join them in cocktail attire "with an artistic flair" to support 60 more years of arts in Northwest Arkansas. Reserve your place at artsonepresents.org and become part of this continuing artistic legacy.
