Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) hosts its inaugural signature event, titled “La Vie En Rouge,” Thursday, March 28 from 6-9 p.m.
The non-profit theater company, located at Grand Boulevard at Sandestin®, is transformed into a 19th-century Parisian cabaret, courtesy of décor sponsor, Clay 30A and features exhilarating live performances, dazzling costumes and a vibrant atmosphere inspired by the hit musical, Moulin Rouge!
Guests are greeted upon arrival with a glass of champagne, courtesy of Vin’tij Food and Wine, before entering the elegant event space for cocktail hour, featuring cuisine by Tommy Bahama’s and The Ruby Slipper Café. Guests are whisked into the Cabaret Lounge where they sip on additional craft cocktails made with Distillery 98 and Campesino Rum, cold brews by Grayton Beer Company and Odd Pelican Beer Company, seltzer from 30A, and wine by Thompson 31Fifty, each poured into a commemorative glass, courtesy of Ocean Reef Vacation Rentals and Real Estate. Patrons can also indulge in gourmet bites prepared by local chefs of Aja 30A, Back Beach Barbecue, Cabana Café, Harry T’s, Marrow Private Chefs, and Swiftly Catered.
From entry to exit, guests will be delighted with surprise pop-up performances from ECTC’s talented actors and staff, presented by Grand Boulevard at Sandestin® and Cabana by The Seaside Style. There is an extensive silent auction, live music, dancing and a special finale dessert performance prepared by Fleetwood Covington of Seagar’s Prime Steaks and Seafood. Guests end the evening with Amavida Coffee paired with a special sweet treat from Butter Babe, courtesy of TPK Staffing Consultants.
All funds raised through ticket sales, donations and silent auction purchases go directly to ECTC and its continued mission to enrich and entertain the Emerald Coast community through professional and educational theatre. Founded by Nathanael and Anna Fisher in 2012, ECTC was created as a place to inspire, educate, and empower the community and artists of all ages. Its goal is to achieve the highest level of cultural excellence through collaboration, productions, and educational programs that promote lifelong learning and provide excellent, professional theatre in the Emerald Coast Community.
Emerald Coast Theatre Company would like to thank the local businesses and individuals for sponsoring the anniversary event including DestinFlorida.com, Emerald Coast Magazine, Life Media Family of Local Newspapers, Own at the Beach, Poate/ Bonjeau Financial Group of Wells Fargo, Rose and Co., Scarlett Magazine, SoWal.com, VIP 30A Magazine and VIP Destin Magazine.
Tickets are $150 per person at https://www.emeraldcoasttheatre.org.
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