Wednesday, April 24, 2013

A ROARing Thank You!

On Monday evening the community got a chance to journey inside the theatrical wonder of Disney’s The Lion King at ROAR: A 10th Anniversary Safari Event. Attendees were treated to a behind-the-scenes look at The Lion King's Pride Rock, puppets, masks and musical instruments. The event also featured a Survival of the Fittest live auction and Pick a Paw poster sale with proceeds benefiting the Center's mission-based activities. 

Thank you to all who purchased tickets to support the Center's 10th Anniversary fundraising event and a special thanks to Disney, The Lion King cast and crew and the community for making this event a ROARing success!


The Lion King Production Stage Manager Ken Davis and
Fox Cities P.A.C Executive Vice President Maria Van Laanen emcee.
Photo Credit: Bill Garvin





The Lion King Head Carpenter Bill Kimberly describes Pride Rock. 

Ken Davis and Bill Kimberly explain the mechanics of a Simba puppet.
Photo Credit: Bill Garvin

Flutist Kay Ragsdale explains the 15 different flutes
she plays during the performance.
Photo Credit: Bill Garvin
Disney's The Lion King Puppet Master Michael Reilly and Zazu Actor Tony Freeman
present about the puppets and masks used in the show.

See more about the masks and puppets used in The Lion King with a behind-the-scenes look from The Post-Crescent!

Live auctioneers Mike Weller and Beth Flaherty help raise
funds for the Center's 10th Anniversary.
Photo Credit: Bill Garvin
Funds were also raised through the Pick a Paw Poster Tent.
Photo Credit: Bill Garvin

Guests enjoyed a dessert reception after the presentation.
Photo Credit: Bill Garvin

Special lobby decorations

Simba Mask on display during the event







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