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SUMMARY:Revealing Possibilities Gala A Night of Transforming Lives
DESCRIPTION:\nStep into an enchanting evening where the breathtaking Seattle sunset casts a golden glow over the Visions Lounge at the Renaissance. Envision yourself surrounded by kindred spirits, engaging in lively conversations sparked by expertly crafted cocktails and delectable appetizers – the perfect prelude to an extraordinary night. \n\n\n\nThis unforgettable experience continues as we gather as a passionate community, united by a powerful mission: to ignite the potential within individuals with autism.\n\n\n\nDistinguished table ambassadors will host you and your guests for an exquisite Northwest culinary journey, accompanied by the enchanting melodies of a live concert pianist and soloist. The excitement of the evening will build with fifteen exceptional live auction treasures and the delightful anticipation of a thrilling dessert dash. \n\n\n\nJoin fellow dedicated advocates for an electrifying night, bound by the profound purpose of empowering more autistic children and adults in Washington State to thrive and achieve their brightest futures.\n\n\n\nMC & Auctioneer: Matt Lorch\n\n\n\n\n.stk-9deda60-inner-blocks{justify-content:flex-start !important;}\n.stk-5a75e37 .stk-img-wrapper{width:200px !important;}\n\n\n\n3-time Emmy award-winning storyteller, online and tv host. Matt has a son with developmental disabilities who is nonverbal. He appreciates your support of WAA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRobert McPherson, Tenor\n\n\n\n\n.stk-ae8859e-inner-blocks{justify-content:flex-start !important;}\n.stk-296c0d1 .stk-img-wrapper{width:200px !important;}\n\n\n\nHailed by the New York Times for his “robust voice, agility and confidence,” Robert McPherson made his Metropolitan Opera debut as Basilio in Le Nozze di Figaro and stepped in as Idreno for Semiramide. Additionally, McPherson’s performance as Andres in Houston Symphony’s live recording of Alan Berg’s Wozzeck, culminated with a 2018 Grammy Award for Best Opera Recording in the Classical category.\n\n\n\n\n\nIn other repertoire, McPherson made his San Francisco Opera debut as Italian Tenor in Der Rosenkavalier, where he “brought the first act to a stunned stop with his strikingly beautiful account of the Italian Tenor’s aria;’” his Lyric Opera of Chicago debut singing Duca in Act III of Rigoletto at Millennium Park; and Nadir in Les Pêcheurs de Perles and Tamino in Die Zauberflöte with English National Opera. McPherson has performed his self-written comic show, The Drunken Tenor, throughout the Pacific Northwest.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExplore Our Gala Menu\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHors D’oeuvres\n\n\n\n\nThai Vegetable Summer Rolls, Wrapped in Rice Paper with Sweet Chili Sauce\n\n\n\nAssorted Sushi Rolls and Nigiri Sushi\n\n\n\nNorthwest Mushroom Tart, Beecher’s Flagship, Fresh Tarragon\n\n\n\nBeef Tenderloin with Orgon Blue Cheese on Crostini\n\n\n\n\nSalad Course\n\n\n\n\nField Greens with Cherry Tomatoes, Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Quinoa and Champagne Vinaigrette\n\n\n\n\nMain Course\n\n\n\n\nGrilled Chili-rubbed New York Strip Steak\n\nRoasted Shiitake Mushroom Ragout | Truffle Parmesan Risotto | Chef’s Seasonal Vegetables\n\n\n\n\n\nPonzu Tofu\n\nSeared Tofu, Braised Bok Choy, Long Green Beans, Shiitake Mushrooms, Blistered Tomatoes, Citrus Reduction, Jasmine Rice\n\n\n\n\n\nSeared Black Cod, Pan Seared, with Blueberry and Blackberry Chutney\n\nTruffle Parmesan Risotto | Seasonal Vegetables\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDessert\n\n\n\n\nDessert Dash Supplied by Sponsors\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://washingtonautismalliance.org/events/revealing-possibilities-gala25/
CATEGORIES:Supporting Parents of Autistic Students
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