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

ROAR: The Wildest Fundraising Event of the Season

  MONDAY, APRIL 22, 2013

Join us for the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center's premier fundraising event of the season! 

Journey inside the theatrical wonder of Disney's THE LION KING. Discover how Pride Rock and the Tony® Award-winning puppets come to life and more amazing stagecraft secrets!
 
YOUR MISSION:

6:00 P.M. — Passport to the Pride Lands
Enjoy a preadventure cocktail hour in the Main Lobby
 
7:00 P.M. — The Journey Begins
Step inside Thrivent Financial Hall and into the Pride Lands
 
8:15 P.M. — Survival of the Fittest Live Auction
Bid to win even more exciting Fox Cities P.A.C. adventures
 
8:30 P.M. — Disney Departure
Enjoy a dessert reception fit for a king (or queen)

Click below for a sneak peek of some of the details you can look for at ROAR!

Tickets for ROAR: A 10th Anniversary Safari Event are $100 and are on sale now at foxcitiespac.com. All proceeds benefit the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center and its mission-based programs. 

Space is limited!

Ensure the Arts Now and for Future Generations

  THE FOX CITIES PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
LAUNCHES $25 MILLION KEYSTONE CAMPAIGN
TO PROVIDE LONG-TERM SUPPORT

$17 MILLION RAISED TO DATE 

APPLETON, WI (November 16, 2012) – The Fox Cities Performing Arts Center announced the launch of The Keystone Campaign, a $25 million dollar endowment to support the arts now and for future generations. The Keystone Campaign will provide long-term financial stability to the nonprofit's long-range business plan.

Fox Cities P.A.C. President Susan Stockton explained, "As a nonprofit arts and cultural education organization serving this community, it's important to understand that ticket sales and other earned income alone cannot cover the cost of the mission." Stockton emphasized, "Establishing an endowment is a natural next step as our organization matures. We have built incredible programs that add to the quality of life in the Fox Cities, and we have a strong base of support from our Annual Partners. The Keystone Campaign will ensure the Fox Cities P.A.C. continues to thrive and serve generations to come."

The Keystone Campaign supports the Center's subsidized mission-based programs by:

• Providing sufficient cash reserves to weather the volatility of the theater business
• Generating capital for unanticipated challenges like downturns in the economy
• Protecting and maintaining the facility by planning for long-term maintenance needs

The Center has raised $17 million in contributions and pledges toward the The Keystone Campaign goal of $25 million during a quiet, leadership phase of fundraising. 

With the public launch, campaign co-chair Barb Merry looks to the Fox Cities to fortify the organization it built 10 years ago. Merry said, "Our community came together to build this world-class theater and make it part of our lives. On behalf of the organization, I'd like to say thank you for making the Center what it is today. Now, as we embark on the next chapter, we ask that you make a donation that's meaningful to you, securing this remarkable dream for the future."

The Keystone Campaign was announced at a press conference today as the Center unveiled the Keystone Donor Wall of Honor, honoring contributors who have made a tax-deductible gift of $5,000 or more. The Wall of Honor is located in the Center's Dress Circle Lobby and will be updated periodically as the fund progresses.

For more information on The Keystone Campaign, contact Diane Zempel, Keystone Campaign manager, at (920) 730-3731 or visit foxcitiespac.com.

ABOUT THE FOX CITIES PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
The Fox Cities Performing Arts Center, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located in downtown Appleton, provides a premier venue for live performing arts. Since 2002, the Center has proudly served as a gathering place for the community to engage in educational opportunities while enhancing a greater understanding and appreciation of the live performing arts. The 2012/13 Season marks the Center’s 10th Anniversary. For more information on upcoming performances, programs and 10th Anniversary celebrations, visit foxcitiespac.com. The Fox Cities Performing Arts Center – Where the Arts Come Alive! 

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Make a Year-End Gift to the Performing Arts

In this season of giving, share your love for the performing arts with others by becoming an Annual Partner at the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center. As a nonprofit organization, the Center relies on financial support from the community it serves to deliver world-class cultural performances, community programs and an education series that introduces more than 23,000 students to theater each year.

As you plan your year-end giving, learn more about how your gift makes an impact at the Fox Cities P.A.C. Visit foxcitiespac.com today and make your tax-deductible gift before December 31.