Detroit Institute of Arts presents “Gala Grandiosa” Annual black-tie gala to celebrate Salvador Salort-Pons’ first year as director
Updated Oct 28, 2016
October 28, 2016 (Detroit)—There are few events as eagerly anticipated as the Detroit Institute of Arts’ (DIA) annual fundraising gala, and this year is no exception. On Saturday, Nov. 12, the DIA will host “Gala Grandiosa,” celebrating Salvador Salort-Pons’ inaugural year as director. Guests will travel through Salort-Pons’ native Spain in one magical evening featuring sensory feasts, lush gardens, flamenco, fiestas and more. The 2016 chairs are Lauren G. Fisher, Marcia Holland Turner and Janis Wetsman. Proceeds will ensure that the museum continues to serve as a place of inspiration and relevance for generations to come.
Entertainment will be provided by DJ Rock City from Chicago. Forte Belanger will present exquisite culinary masterpieces and sumptuous desserts inspired by Spain.
DIA Director Salvador Salort-Pons began his tenure last October and has been to every gala for the past eight years.
“I am deeply honored that this gala celebrates both my first year as the director of this extraordinary museum and salutes the historic festivals of my native land,” said Salort-Pons. “This evening is about more than festivals, food and fashion. It is about connecting to each other, to our community and the world around us through the power of art.”
“La Hora Loca” late night tickets, featuring a 9 p.m. arrival time with cocktails, light bites, desserts, music and dancing, are still available for $100. Purchase tickets by calling 313-833-7976 or visiting tickets.dia.org.
This year’s generous sponsors are:
Platinum
Colnaghi
Gold
DTE Energy Foundation, Kenwal Steel Corp., Strategic Staffing Solutions
Silver
Delta Air Lines, Ford Motor Company, Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn LLP, J. P. Morgan Chase, Lear Corporation, Richard and Jane Manoogian Foundation, McLaren Health Care, Sotheby’s, Talmer Bank and Trust
Bronze
Beaumont Foundation, Thomas and Georgina Russo, Williams Family Fund
Copper
Corporate Travel Service, Fisher and Company, Flagstar Bank, REDICO, UBS Financial Services, DIA Women’s Committee
Additional support is provided by Fiera Capital, Grand Valley State University, Huron Capital, Legacy Oakwood, Lorna Thomas, M.D., P.C, Lyman & Sheets Insurance Agency and Wayne County Community College District. The late night sponsor is Michigan OMS, and the magazine sponsor is Hour Detroit.
In-kind support is provided by William Grant & Sons, GTB/Hudson Rouge, Forte Belanger, Event Source, Dawn Owen Designs and Display Group.
October 28, 2016 (Detroit)—There are few events as eagerly anticipated as the Detroit Institute of Arts’ (DIA) annual fundraising gala, and this year is no exception. On Saturday, Nov. 12, the DIA will host “Gala Grandiosa,” celebrating Salvador Salort-Pons’ inaugural year as director. Guests will travel through Salort-Pons’ native Spain in one magical evening featuring sensory feasts, lush gardens, flamenco, fiestas and more. The 2016 chairs are Lauren G. Fisher, Marcia Holland Turner and Janis Wetsman. Proceeds will ensure that the museum continues to serve as a place of inspiration and relevance for generations to come.
Entertainment will be provided by DJ Rock City from Chicago. Forte Belanger will present exquisite culinary masterpieces and sumptuous desserts inspired by Spain.
DIA Director Salvador Salort-Pons began his tenure last October and has been to every gala for the past eight years.
“I am deeply honored that this gala celebrates both my first year as the director of this extraordinary museum and salutes the historic festivals of my native land,” said Salort-Pons. “This evening is about more than festivals, food and fashion. It is about connecting to each other, to our community and the world around us through the power of art.”
“La Hora Loca” late night tickets, featuring a 9 p.m. arrival time with cocktails, light bites, desserts, music and dancing, are still available for $100. Purchase tickets by calling 313-833-7976 or visiting tickets.dia.org.
This year’s generous sponsors are:
Platinum
Colnaghi
Gold
DTE Energy Foundation, Kenwal Steel Corp., Strategic Staffing Solutions
Silver
Delta Air Lines, Ford Motor Company, Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn LLP, J. P. Morgan Chase, Lear Corporation, Richard and Jane Manoogian Foundation, McLaren Health Care, Sotheby’s, Talmer Bank and Trust
Bronze
Beaumont Foundation, Thomas and Georgina Russo, Williams Family Fund
Copper
Corporate Travel Service, Fisher and Company, Flagstar Bank, REDICO, UBS Financial Services, DIA Women’s Committee
Additional support is provided by Fiera Capital, Grand Valley State University, Huron Capital, Legacy Oakwood, Lorna Thomas, M.D., P.C, Lyman & Sheets Insurance Agency and Wayne County Community College District. The late night sponsor is Michigan OMS, and the magazine sponsor is Hour Detroit.
In-kind support is provided by William Grant & Sons, GTB/Hudson Rouge, Forte Belanger, Event Source, Dawn Owen Designs and Display Group.