2021 Illuminate Gala

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Audain Art Museum, "Illuminate Art Gala 2021" 2021

The Audain Art Museum’s annual Illuminate Gala & Auction will make an exciting virtual debut this year.

Celebrated media personalities Gloria Macarenko and Fred Lee will co-host this energizing broadcast that includes special guest appearances, a Live Auction of major works of art by auctioneer Robert Heffel of Heffel Fine Art Auction House, a spectacular performance by Arts Umbrella, musical entertainment by Jaycelyn Brown and a brilliant Silent Auction selection, all accompanied by an unmatched at-home reception experience.

Attendees will be treated to a beautiful variety of curated dining offerings prepared by The Lazy Gourmet with wine and cocktails by Mission Hill Family Estate.

Choose from several luxurious event packages for your at-home celebration. Read the step by step guide to find out more.

Each sumptuously prepared gourmet box is delivered to attendees’ homes in the Lower Mainland and Whistler just prior to the live broadcast. Chicken Saltimbocca, Seared Ahi Tuna, New York Steak au Poivre, Pesto Marinated Bocconcini, Focaccia Bread and Ruby Pistachio Mousse are among the gastronomic delights that Gala attendees will enjoy in this cocktail-style dinner. No cooking required. The at-home event experience also includes art-inspired mementos and an entertaining cocktail instructional by Fred Lee. Virtual participants outside of the Lower Mainland and Whistler will receive a higher tax receipt in lieu of an Event Box.

The evening's festivities include:

• A traditional welcome song performed by Squamish and Kwakwak’wakw artist Xwalacktun
• Guest appearance by AAM Founders Michael Audain and Yoshiko Karasawa from their home in West Vancouver
• Dance performance by Arts Umbrella choreographed for the Audain Art Museum's unique spaces
• Musical entertainment by Whistler's Jaycelyn Brown of JUNO Award-winning band Said the Whale
• Live Art Auction featuring notable works by important BC artists including: Jack Shadbolt, Gordon Smith, Stan Douglas and Dana Claxton | View Now
• An exciting look inside artist Paul Wong’s Chinatown studio exploring the first-ever personalized commission offered during the Live Auction, as well as artist Landon Mackenzie's historic Vancouver studio
• An after-hours exploration of the Museum’s outstanding collection & architecture with Director & Chief Curator Dr. Curtis Collins
• A wonderful variety of Silent Auction lots including resort getaways, elegant accessories, gourmet dinners, & scenic helicopter tours | View Now
• And a few carefully-curated surprises...