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INSPIRE. CREATE. CONNECT. SUPPORT. CELEBRATE.
SUPPORT US.
The arts for all happens because of you – student scholarships, affordable tickets, and free celebrations on our lawn. With your contribution, the Arts can thrive at BlackRock, ensuring our organization remains a dedicated home for the diverse community we serve.
March 8, 2025 at 5:00 P.M.
Saddle up and shine bright at BlackRock's Art Enlightens, y'all! It's time to get your bling on and enjoy some down-home barbecue at our biggest fundraiser of the year. Join us as we raise funds for BlackRock's free and accessible programs and honor the 2025 Visionary Award recipient in style.
Dust off your sparkliest boots and bring your best bling to this hoedown-themed evening that promises to be a good time for a great cause. After the award ceremony and BBQ dinner, kick back and enjoy the sweet sounds of Bluegrass from the one and only The Seldom Scene. Don't miss out on this night of country charm, good food, and great music - all in support of the arts in our community!
Purchase Tickets
Tickets to the Art Enlightens Dinner & Ceremony can be purchased with or without the Seldom Scene Concert Ticket. See below for more info!
Single Ticket Including Concert: $180
Single Ticket Without Concert: $125
Premiere Sponsorship
$3,500
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Logo on all event collateral
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Logo on outdoor digital sign
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Listed as sponsor on website
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Honored at Create Friend Sponsorship Level for one year
$5,000
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Boots & bling mugs for all guests at your table
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Logo on all event collateral
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Logo on outdoor digital sign
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Listed as sponsor on website
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Honored at Trailblazing Friend Sponsorship Level for one year
$7,500
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Ticket vouchers for all guests at your table
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Boots & bling mugs for all guests at your table
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Logo on all event collateral
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Logo on outdoor digital sign
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Listed as sponsor on website
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Honored at Artistic Friend Sponsorship Level for one year
What to Expect
5:00 PM -6:15 PM
Cocktails & Mingling Paired with Live Music in our Grand Lobby and Kay Gallery
6:30 PM - 7:45 PM
Visionary Award Ceremony in the BlackBox
8:00 PM
Seldom Scene Concert in the Mainstage
Honorary Committee
Catherine Leggett
Honorary Committe Chair
Jerry Therrien
Jennifer Russel
Rebecca Castillo
Heather Madison
JR Watson
Wendie Veloz
Lakshmi Babu
Sharon Anthony
2025 Visionary Award
Established in 2023, in honor of its 20th Anniversary, the BlackRock Visionary Award honors an individual, institution, or project that has made a unique and distinctive contribution to the arts and Upcounty. The recipients, like BlackRock’s founders, understand the critical role of the arts and the impact on the community. Through their leadership, the Visionary Award recipients strengthen the role of arts and culture in upper Montgomery County and exemplify BlackRock’s mission and values through their contributions.
DEADLINE - January 19, 2025
DRAG BINGO
DRAG BINGO
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NEW DATE - June 7, 2025
Get ready to paint the town rainbow at Drag Bingo, the ultimate Pride Month kickoff event! Join us for a night of fabulous fun and fierce competition as the BlackRock Divas, Tula and Regina, return to dazzle and entertain with their show-stopping performances. Indulge in pink cocktails, chase those bingo wins, and bid on fantastic prizes in the silent auction. With a kaleidoscope of rainbow-inspired flavors and a splash of glitter, this event is sure to be a colorful celebration of love, empowerment, and community. Get your tickets now for a night of drag-tastic entertainment that will leave you shouting "bingo" in the most fabulous way possible!
NEW DATE - June 7, 2025
Get ready to paint the town rainbow at Drag Bingo, the ultimate Pride Month kickoff event! Join us for a night of fabulous fun and fierce competition as the BlackRock Divas, Tula and Regina, return to dazzle and entertain with their show-stopping performances. Indulge in pink cocktails, chase those bingo wins, and bid on fantastic prizes in the silent auction. With a kaleidoscope of rainbow-inspired flavors and a splash of glitter, this event is sure to be a colorful celebration of love, empowerment, and community. Get your tickets now for a night of drag-tastic entertainment that will leave you shouting "bingo" in the most fabulous way possible!
November 1, 2024
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Get ready to raise your SPIRIT at BlackRock’s Local Spirits! Savor the flavors of latin inspired dishes paired with delicious liquors from Twin Valleys distillery, all while celebrating with a screening of an award-winning film and lively dance instruction. Join us for a festive evening that promises to be a celebration of life and culture, supporting BlackRock's mission to serve as the heart of our community. Hurry and grab your tickets for this unforgettable night of fun and flavors!
What to Expect:
ABOUT THE EVENING
6:00 PM
Cocktail Hour
7:00 PM
Documentary & Panel Discussion of Capital Emmy Award winning film,
“Be the Change”
presented by the
Latino Health Initiative
8:00 PM
Local Libations paired with
local Latin dishes
9:30 PM
Dance Demonstration with
Angela Gonzales
6:00 PM
Cocktail Hour
7:00 PM
Documentary & Panel Discussion of Capital Emmy Award winning film,
“Be the Change”
presented by the
Latino Health Initiative
8:00 PM
Local Libations paired with
local Latin dishes
9:30 PM
Dance Demonstration with
Angela Gonzales
ABOUT THE ARTISTS
Angela Gonzales
FRIENDSHIP GIVING LEVELS
Bcome a BlackRock Center for the Arts Friends Member! For more information, please contact our Director of Development, Ebonee Price at eprice@blackrockcenter.org.
COLLABORATION FRIEND
$25,000
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Sponsor for all 24-25 fundraising events
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VIP table and performance tickets at each of the three events for eight
guests -
Logo on all collateral
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Verbal recognition from the podium
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Half-Page ad in all BlackRock FY25 Programs (two colors)
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All onsite signage
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Recognition in all pre-and post-event collateral
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Social media posts and promotions
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BlackRock Membership Perks (see details below)
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Website recognition as the Performer sponsor
GALLERY FRIEND
$10,000
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Sponsor for all 24-25 fundraising events
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VIP table and performance tickets at each of the three events for 8 guests
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Logo on all collateral
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Verbal recognition from the podium
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Half-Page ad in all BlackRock FY25 Programs (two colors)
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All onsite signage
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Recognition in all pre and post-event collateral
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Social media posts promotions
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BlackRock Membership Perks (see details below)
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Website recognition as the Performer sponsor
ARTISTIC FRIEND
$7,500
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Sponsor for all 24-25 fundraising events
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VIP table and performance tickets at each of the three events for 8 guests
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Logo on all collateral
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Verbal recognition from the podium
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Half-Page ad in all BlackRock FY25 Programs (two colors)
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All onsite signage
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Recognition in all pre and post-event collateral
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Social media posts promotions
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BlackRock Membership Perks (see details below)
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Website recognition as the Performer sponsor
TRAILBLAZING FRIEND
$5,000
- 20% discount on tickets
- 10% discount on educational programming
- 20% discount on rental events
- Two tickets to VIP events
- Name published on member lists (typically found in digital programs)
- Name published on donor lists
- Name or logo on the website under Supporters
- Name listed on select published materials
Become a friend of BlackRock for as low as $50 and save 20% on tickets for our entire 24-25 Season!
MEMBERSHIP PERKS
RESERVE A TABLE & INDIVIDUAL EVENT TICKETS
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Pricing coming soon!
BlackRock is grateful for our corporate sponsors who ensure we continue making the arts accessible to all.
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