Auction Items

A Taste of France

Dream of Paris and show off your French flair with distinctive offerings---all close to home. Start things off in style with a stunning ASH+AMES ribbon and gilded brass chain necklace, handcrafted in Paris, plus a distinctive bag and shoes from acclaimed local designer Luly Yang. Dine in style with French PNB Company dancers Guillaume Basso and Calista Ruat at Thierry Rautureau’s award winning Loulay. Another night, let drinks and dessert rule at the Seattle or Kirkland location of Lady Yum and enjoy an evening for five with bottomless champagne and 25 macarons. Next spring, you have five front-row seats for PNB’s Paris Preview rehearsal, with a champagne send-off for the Company.

Paris Preview rehearsal to take place on Thursday, June 21, 2018.

Thank you, ASH+AMES, Luly Yang, Thierry Rautureau, Lady Yum, and PNB.

Value: Priceless

Hamilton Comes to Seattle!

Treat yourself and a friend to the best in food, entertainment, and hospitality, beginning with a dinner at Ethan Stowell's popular Tavolata on Capitol Hill. Then head to the Paramount Theatre with two of the hottest tickets in town to the touring production of Hamilton, the story of America's Founding Father and first Treasury Secretary, Alexander Hamilton. The hit show combines hip-hop, jazz, blues, R&B, and rap with traditional Broadway balladry in a breathtaking fashion, with music, lyrics, and book by Tony Award-winning and Broadway wunderkind Lin-Manuel Miranda. After the performance, stay downtown in style in an Executive Suite at the recently renovated Fairmont Olympic Hotel and enjoy breakfast at The Georgian, Seattle's premier dining room.

Hamilton tickets are valid only for the performance on Sunday, February 25, 2018 at 6:30 pm. Tickets will be mailed after January 1, 2018.

Thank you, Ethan Stowell, Fairmont Olympic Hotel, and Gail James.

Value: $1,064.00

Northwest Dancer Dinner

Join acclaimed Northwest artist Steve Jensen, his partner Vincent Lipe, and PNB dancers Lucien Postlewaite, Dylan Wald, and Elle Macy for an exclusive catered dinner in Steve and Vincent's stunning Capitol Hill studio and loft. Start the evening with cocktails with PNB Artistic Director Peter Boal, then enjoy a delicious dinner complete with wine from the personal cellar of PNB Trustee Dan Heidt. Cap off the evening with a private tour of Vincent and Steve's home and gallery, filled with art and sculptures inspired by Steve's Nordic heritage and their international travels.

Dinner will be held on a mutually agreed upon date. The three highest bidders will each receive two seats at the dinner.

Thank you, Steve Jensen and Vincent Lipe, Dan and Michele Heidt, and PNB.

Value: Priceless

Wine Country Getaway

Travel in the lap of luxury on your trip to one of Washington's premier wineries! A private plane will whisk you and up to 5 guests away to the beautiful Waterbrook Winery in Walla Walla, WA for a two-night stay in a private, fully-appointed three-bedroom guest bungalow on the 75-acre winery grounds. Cook in the gourmet kitchen or opt to dine out in one of Walla Walla's many restaurants, but most importantly, savor Walla Walla's great wines! Your stay includes a reserve wine tasting at the Waterbrook Tasting Room and a seasonal lunch prepared by the Waterbrook Executive Chef featuring locally grown ingredients, as well as tastings at Browne Family Vineyards and Canoe Ridge Vineyard.

3 day, 2 night stay at the Waterbrook Bungalow (for 3 couples)
Travel via private plane for up to six people from Seattle to Walla Walla
Valid through May 2018, based upon availability

Guests must be 21 years of age or older. Valid through May 2018, mutually agreeable dates. Does not include ground transportation.

Thank you, Dan and Pam Baty and Waterbrook Winery.

Value: $6,000.00

Swan Lake Guest Role

Experience Kent Stowell's Swan Lake in a whole new way - from the stage! As a costumed guest at the Prince's Ball, you are within 10 feet of Odile as she throws her impressive sequence of 32 fouettes. In addition, you receive a pair of signed pointe shoes and an opportunity to take a photo with the cast of PNB dancers. Complete with four tickets to the performance, including access to the donor lounge, your friends and family can make the most of your 15 minutes of fame.

Mutually agreeable date, February 2-11, 2018. Costumes for Swan Lake were built in 2003 for specific people and therefore are limited in sizes available (Women: 5'2" - 5'8", dress size up to size 12; Men: 5'6" - 6'1", trouser size up to 36/34, shirt size up to size L). Must attend costume fitting, onstage Act III rehearsal, and final dress rehearsal.

Thank you, PNB.

Value: Priceless

Dine with the Director

Partake in an intimate gathering at the historic Capitol Hill home of Peter and Kelly Boal. Dine with the gracious hosts as well as two special guests: PNB principal dancer Noelani Pantastico and PNB soloist Kyle Davis. Catered by ballerina-turned-chef and former PNB dancer Kari Brunson, this special dinner also features wine from the personal cellar of PNB Trustee Dan Heidt.

Dinner will be held on a mutually agreed upon date. The three highest bidders will each receive two seats at the dinner.

Thank you, Kari Brunson, Peter and Kelly Boal, Dan and Michele Heidt, and PNB.

Value: Priceless

Ben Bridge Opportunity Drawing - Rubies

Win one of three stunning necklaces generously donated by Ben Bridge Jeweler! Specially selected to complement the three works in PNB's new production of Jewels, each necklace reflects a different theme. Ben Bridge Opportunity Drawing tickets are $50 each in honor of the 50th anniversary of Jewels. Tickets are available for purchase during the evening.

Alternating gemstone ruby necklace, 18" in length, with 1/2 carat total weight of diamonds, set in 14K white gold.

Ticket purchasers must be present during the Opportunity Drawing to win.

Thank you, Ben Bridge Jeweler.

Value: $2,299.00

Ben Bridge Opportunity Drawing - Emerald

Win one of three stunning necklaces generously donated by Ben Bridge Jeweler! Specially selected to complement the three works in PNB’s new production of Jewels, each necklace reflects a different theme. Ben Bridge Opportunity Drawing tickets are $50 each in honor of the 50th anniversary of Jewels. Tickets are available for purchase during the evening.

Oval cut emerald pendant surrounded by 1/2 carat total weight of diamonds, in 14k white gold. Delicate 18" chain included.

Ticket purchasers must be present during the Opportunity Drawing to win.

Thank you, Ben Bridge Jeweler.

Value: $2,499.00

Ben Bridge Opportunity Drawing - Diamonds

Win one of three stunning necklaces generously donated by Ben Bridge Jeweler! Specially selected to complement the three works in PNB’s new production of Jewels, each necklace reflects a different theme. Ben Bridge Opportunity Drawing tickets are $50 each in honor of the 50th anniversary of Jewels. Tickets are available for purchase during the evening.

Diamond teardrop pendant, 7/8 carat total weight, 2 3/8" in length, in 14k white gold. Delicate 17" chain included.

Ticket purchasers must be present during the Opportunity Drawing to win.

Thank you, Ben Bridge Jeweler.

Value: $2,599.00

	A Taste of France Dream of Paris and show off your French flair with distinctive offerings---all close to home. Start things off in style with a stunning ASH+AMES ribbon and gilded brass chain necklace, handcrafted in Paris, plus a distinctive bag and shoes from acclaimed local designer Luly Yang. Dine in style with French PNB Company dancers Guillaume Basso and Calista Ruat at Thierry Rautureau’s award winning Loulay. Another night, let drinks and dessert rule at the Seattle or Kirkland location of Lady Yum and enjoy an evening for five with bottomless champagne and 25 macarons. Next spring, you have five front-row seats for PNB’s Paris Preview rehearsal, with a champagne send-off for the Company. Paris Preview rehearsal to take place on Thursday, June 21, 2018. Thank you, ASH+AMES, Luly Yang, Thierry Rautureau, Lady Yum, and PNB. Value: Priceless
	Hamilton Comes to Seattle! Treat yourself and a friend to the best in food, entertainment, and hospitality, beginning with a dinner at Ethan Stowell's popular Tavolata on Capitol Hill. Then head to the Paramount Theatre with two of the hottest tickets in town to the touring production of Hamilton, the story of America's Founding Father and first Treasury Secretary, Alexander Hamilton. The hit show combines hip-hop, jazz, blues, R&B, and rap with traditional Broadway balladry in a breathtaking fashion, with music, lyrics, and book by Tony Award-winning and Broadway wunderkind Lin-Manuel Miranda. After the performance, stay downtown in style in an Executive Suite at the recently renovated Fairmont Olympic Hotel and enjoy breakfast at The Georgian, Seattle's premier dining room. Hamilton tickets are valid only for the performance on Sunday, February 25, 2018 at 6:30 pm. Tickets will be mailed after January 1, 2018. Thank you, Ethan Stowell, Fairmont Olympic Hotel, and Gail James. Value: $1,064.00
	Northwest Dancer Dinner Join acclaimed Northwest artist Steve Jensen, his partner Vincent Lipe, and PNB dancers Lucien Postlewaite, Dylan Wald, and Elle Macy for an exclusive catered dinner in Steve and Vincent's stunning Capitol Hill studio and loft. Start the evening with cocktails with PNB Artistic Director Peter Boal, then enjoy a delicious dinner complete with wine from the personal cellar of PNB Trustee Dan Heidt. Cap off the evening with a private tour of Vincent and Steve's home and gallery, filled with art and sculptures inspired by Steve's Nordic heritage and their international travels. Dinner will be held on a mutually agreed upon date. The three highest bidders will each receive two seats at the dinner. Thank you, Steve Jensen and Vincent Lipe, Dan and Michele Heidt, and PNB. Value: Priceless
	Wine Country Getaway Travel in the lap of luxury on your trip to one of Washington's premier wineries! A private plane will whisk you and up to 5 guests away to the beautiful Waterbrook Winery in Walla Walla, WA for a two-night stay in a private, fully-appointed three-bedroom guest bungalow on the 75-acre winery grounds. Cook in the gourmet kitchen or opt to dine out in one of Walla Walla's many restaurants, but most importantly, savor Walla Walla's great wines! Your stay includes a reserve wine tasting at the Waterbrook Tasting Room and a seasonal lunch prepared by the Waterbrook Executive Chef featuring locally grown ingredients, as well as tastings at Browne Family Vineyards and Canoe Ridge Vineyard. 3 day, 2 night stay at the Waterbrook Bungalow (for 3 couples) Travel via private plane for up to six people from Seattle to Walla Walla Valid through May 2018, based upon availability Guests must be 21 years of age or older. Valid through May 2018, mutually agreeable dates. Does not include ground transportation. Thank you, Dan and Pam Baty and Waterbrook Winery. Value: $6,000.00
	Swan Lake Guest Role Experience Kent Stowell's Swan Lake in a whole new way - from the stage! As a costumed guest at the Prince's Ball, you are within 10 feet of Odile as she throws her impressive sequence of 32 fouettes. In addition, you receive a pair of signed pointe shoes and an opportunity to take a photo with the cast of PNB dancers. Complete with four tickets to the performance, including access to the donor lounge, your friends and family can make the most of your 15 minutes of fame. Mutually agreeable date, February 2-11, 2018. Costumes for Swan Lake were built in 2003 for specific people and therefore are limited in sizes available (Women: 5'2" - 5'8", dress size up to size 12; Men: 5'6" - 6'1", trouser size up to 36/34, shirt size up to size L). Must attend costume fitting, onstage Act III rehearsal, and final dress rehearsal. Thank you, PNB. Value: Priceless
	Dine with the Director Partake in an intimate gathering at the historic Capitol Hill home of Peter and Kelly Boal. Dine with the gracious hosts as well as two special guests: PNB principal dancer Noelani Pantastico and PNB soloist Kyle Davis. Catered by ballerina-turned-chef and former PNB dancer Kari Brunson, this special dinner also features wine from the personal cellar of PNB Trustee Dan Heidt. Dinner will be held on a mutually agreed upon date. The three highest bidders will each receive two seats at the dinner. Thank you, Kari Brunson, Peter and Kelly Boal, Dan and Michele Heidt, and PNB. Value: Priceless
	Ben Bridge Opportunity Drawing - Rubies Win one of three stunning necklaces generously donated by Ben Bridge Jeweler! Specially selected to complement the three works in PNB's new production of Jewels, each necklace reflects a different theme. Ben Bridge Opportunity Drawing tickets are $50 each in honor of the 50th anniversary of Jewels. Tickets are available for purchase during the evening. Alternating gemstone ruby necklace, 18" in length, with 1/2 carat total weight of diamonds, set in 14K white gold. Ticket purchasers must be present during the Opportunity Drawing to win. Thank you, Ben Bridge Jeweler. Value: $2,299.00
	Ben Bridge Opportunity Drawing - Emerald Win one of three stunning necklaces generously donated by Ben Bridge Jeweler! Specially selected to complement the three works in PNB’s new production of Jewels, each necklace reflects a different theme. Ben Bridge Opportunity Drawing tickets are $50 each in honor of the 50th anniversary of Jewels. Tickets are available for purchase during the evening. Oval cut emerald pendant surrounded by 1/2 carat total weight of diamonds, in 14k white gold. Delicate 18" chain included. Ticket purchasers must be present during the Opportunity Drawing to win. Thank you, Ben Bridge Jeweler. Value: $2,499.00
	Ben Bridge Opportunity Drawing - Diamonds Win one of three stunning necklaces generously donated by Ben Bridge Jeweler! Specially selected to complement the three works in PNB’s new production of Jewels, each necklace reflects a different theme. Ben Bridge Opportunity Drawing tickets are $50 each in honor of the 50th anniversary of Jewels. Tickets are available for purchase during the evening. Diamond teardrop pendant, 7/8 carat total weight, 2 3/8" in length, in 14k white gold. Delicate 17" chain included. Ticket purchasers must be present during the Opportunity Drawing to win. Thank you, Ben Bridge Jeweler. Value: $2,599.00

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