Dance with the Stars

Presenting Sponsor

Friday, August 20, 2010

The Old Capitol Inn

7:00 P.M.

SOLD OUT!

You’ve heard of it before, and seen it on TV, but you have never seen it done like this! Combining the best of Jackson’s professional dancers, an outstanding big band, and several local celebrities – set in a venue where every seat is a great seat – Mississippi Opera’s Dance with the Stars is already the talk of the town. Wait until you see our Celebrity Dancers! Dress is black-tie optional.

Emcee: Malcolm White

Celebrity Dancers:
Dr. Adair Blackledge
Dr. Ching Chen
Haley Fisackerly
Donna Ladd
Heather Sophia
Megan West
Rita Wray

Professional Dancers:
Lisa Day Dance Connection Ballroom Dance Center
Jim Frechette Applause Dance Factory Ballroom Dance
Sujan Ghimire La Salsa Dance Club and Studio
Tatiana Kadylinsky Applause Dance Factory Ballroom Dance
Dave Swope Applause Dance Factory Ballroom Dance

Celebrity Judges:
David Keary
Nicole Marquez
Kathy Thibodeaux


In addition to the celebrity dance competition, the evening will include dinner, drinks, and dancing for all to the music of The Capitol City Stage Band! Each table has a different Opera’s theme.

Contributors who donate $1,000 will receive:

• Recognition in the program
• One table of 8 (priority seating) to the event
• A $400 tax-deductible contribution (portion less the price of tickets) to Mississippi Opera

Contributors who donate $500 will receive:

• Recognition in the program
• 4 tickets to the event
• A $200 tax-deductible contribution (portion less the price of tickets) to Mississippi Opera

Contributors who donate $250 will receive:

• Recognition in the program
• 2 tickets to the event
• A $100 tax-deductible contribution (portion less the price of tickets) to Mississippi Opera