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Theresa & John Brannon, Kathy & Jim Miller

Ann Woll & Laura Keene

Karen & Bill Goldsmith

Brent Hetherington & Evelyn Saavadra

Annie Gray & Sydnee Johnson

Operazzi Ball

photos & story  by

 

Rebecca Hutton

O

n Saturday, April 22, the Pensacola Opera hosted their 
annual ball entitled Operazzi on the Nile. The inspiration 
for the ball came from the January production of Aida. 
Guests enjoyed dinner and dancing while listening to music 

by The Don Snowden Big Band with Holly Shelton. Brent Hetherington 
and Evelyn Saavedra wowed guests with their performance. Along with 
the entertainment there was a silent and live auction and also a wine 
pull. This year’s chair is David E. Dear and the honorary chair is Buzz 
Ritchie. All proceeds from this event support the Opera’s many artistic 
and educational initiatives, from professional mainstage productions to 
nationally recognized education and community engagement programs. 
For more information on how you can help support the Pensacola Opera 
or for upcoming events please visit them at www.pensacolaopera.com.

Hanna Tarabay, Howard Reddy, Scott & Rhonda Ford

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