Visit Paris circa the 1920s this spring during a Peninsula Productions fundraising gala this May.
Suitably titled Spring In Paris, the event to support the White Rock theatre company will feature sounds and style of the time from Alexander Browne and his Boulevardiers. Setting the tone, the eight-member band will take guests sonically back to the ’20s and ’30s era to the city of love.
“I sometimes think the people on the dance floor — particularly if they’re dressed up and in character — provide just as much entertainment as those of us on the bandstand,” front-man Browne — who is also a longtime reporter with the Peace Arch News — said in a press release.
“It’s a real kick to be able to create that atmosphere.”
No stranger to the annual gala, Browne and his Boulevardiers took to the stage during last year’s sold-out event.
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For those willing to commit fully to the theme, prizes for best costume will be given at the event. Whether it’s Picasso, F. Scott Fitzgerald or Coco Chanel, the icons to take inspiration from for costumes are extensive.
“(People) really enjoy the intimate, personal nature of the experience. We have been able to produce really great shows and are fortunate to attract a high calibre of talent,” said Peninsula Productions’ executive director Janet Ellis.
“Our new, monthly open mic night has been really fun and we have comedians and musicians from all over the Lower Mainland. This fundraiser helps us pay all of our actors, directors and crew — who are the reason we are successful.”
With only 60 seats available this year, organizers say the event sold out rapidly for the 2023 gala. Priced at $63.26 per person, the event also offers raffle prizes, a cash bar and food and more. Tickets for the Saturday, May 11 event to be held at 7 p.m. at the theatre located at 14600 North Bluff Rd. in Centennial Park are available to purchase at showpass.com/spring-in-paris-fundraiser-dance/
“This event is a great way to open up our theatre to an exciting night of music and fun and give our audiences a chance to experience Alexander Browne and his Boulevardiers,” Ellis said.