Junior Board
The Lookingglass Theatre Junior Board promotes Lookingglass Theatre Company to a broad demographic. It assists in raising funds for the theatre’s operation, expansion and outreach of Lookingglass’ Education and Community programs, which encourage creativity, teamwork and confidence for thousands of community members each year.
The Junior Board represents an enthusiastic network of innovative young professionals from Chicagoland. The Junior Board supports Lookingglass through marketing, networking, and special events designed to garner awareness and raise funds.
Founded in November 2001, LGJB has quickly grown to become one of the most influential associate boards in Chicago. With over 45 members from various professions, it represents the diversity, energy and enthusiasm that has shepherded Lookingglass to become one of the nation’s premier theatre companies.
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June 24, 2010
The Ritz-Carlton Chicago
Lookingglass Theatre’s Junior Board announces a new concept for its popular Madhatter’s Ball. The event will take place on Thursday, June 24, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. with a performance of Lookingglass Alice at Lookingglass Theatre, located inside Chicago's historic Water Tower Water Works, 821 N. Michigan Ave. at Pearson. The production will be followed by an elegant event at the new lobby and deca RESTAURANT + BAR inside The Ritz-Carlton Chicago, 160 E. Pearson, from 9:00 p.m.-12:00 a.m. An after-party will be held at The Underground, 56 W. Illinois St., with DJ Ire, from 12 a.m.-2:00 a.m.
This year, the Junior Board is partnering with The Ritz Carlton for this year's Madhatter’s Ball venue— just steps from the theatre. The event will celebrate the brand new beautiful lobby and deca RESTAURANT + BAR. Cocktails, with hors d'eourves and desserts from deca’s Executive Chef Mark Payne, will be served. In conjunction with the production of Lookingglass Alice, the theme of the party is Alice in Wonderland and will feature a DJ and silent auction.
Madhatter’s Ball is co-chaired by Ensemble Members Joey Slotnick and Andy White and Lookingglass Board Member Jon Harris, Senior Vice President of Global Communications for Sara Lee.
Proceeds from the evening’s events will support the operation, expansion and outreach of Lookingglass’ Education and Community programs, which encourage creativity, teamwork and confidence for thousands of community members each year.
TicketsÂ
A limited number of Platinum Tickets, which include premium seating, table service and a Lookingglass 2010-11 season subscription are $300; Only 20 Platinum tickets are available for purchase.
VIP Tickets are $125 and include admission to the performance of Lookingglass Alice, the event at The Ritz Carlton and the after-party at The Underground.
Regular Tickets are $85 and include event at The Ritz Carlton and the after-party at The Underground.
Tickets are available for purchase at the Lookingglass box office, 312-337-0665 or online at the link above.
Note: You must be 21 or older to attend The Madhatter's Ball.
Sponsors for The Madhatter’s Ball are:
Sara Lee - Platinum Sponsor
Evian - Gold Sponsor
Ariel Capital Investments - Silver Sponsor
ING Direct, Mini Cooper, Popchips - Bronze Sponsor
Media Sponsors for The Madhatter's Ball are:
XRT Radio
NBC Chicago (WMAQ)
Red Eye
VenusZine
Grand Overview Magazine
CS Magazine
In-Kind Sponsors for The Madhatter's Ball are:
The Ritz-Carlton Chicago - Executive Producer
Absolut Vodka, Kehoe Designs, Fig Media - Producer
The Underground, Britten Chicago, United Airlines, The James Hotel-Chicago, Goose Island, O'Malley Hansen - Director
Chicago Costume
Fuze
Four Seasons Las Vegas
CrossTech Printing
Lakeview Athletic Club
Il Mulino Restaurant
Cirque du Soleil’s Mystére
Blue Man Group Las Vegas
Lettuce Entertain You
Lumen Nightclub
Triple Threat Sports
Duchamp Restaurant
Will Byington Photography
