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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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