Page 12 - PGA Community News - May '24

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Palm Beach Dramaworks’ 2024 Gala:

‘The Roaring Twenties’

14th Annual Shelly Award lace gold placemats that and discussing why the company is essential to the fabric
captured the essence of an
of the community. Other speakers were Producing Artistic
Given To Nancy Beard Art Deco starburst. The Director William Hayes and Managing Director Sue Ellen
1920s theme extended to Beryl, Chairman of the Board Carlton Moody and Gala
The 1920s came roaring the centerpieces, which were Chairs Marsha and Stephen Rabb.
back to life for one night different from table to table Following dinner, the focus was on some of PBD’s most
only at the Kravis Center’s but all period, such as a vital programs. Director of Education and Community
Cohen Pavilion, when vintage typewriter, radio, Engagement Gary Cadwallader talked about a few of
Palm Beach Dramaworks or telephone. There was the student programs that have literally changed lives,
(PBD) held its annual gala a special performance by with a special emphasis on the One Humanity Tour.
on March 18. The theme the great dancers of Glitter The tour travels to Palm Beach County middle schools,
of the company’s biggest Productions and revelers bringing commissioned plays about complex subjects
fundraising event of the were entertained by and that use storytelling to develop informed, thoughtful and
season was – what else – danced to the music of the compassionate citizens. Board Treasurer Mark Perlberg
The Roaring Twenties, a beloved Jill and Rich Switzer shined a light on the Perlberg Festival of New Plays and
nod to PBD’s upcoming Band, who performed songs Bill Hayes and Jane Rothchild the key role it can play in helping to develop the future of
25th anniversary season. Penny Bank and Carlton from the ’20s through today theatre. And former Board Chair Louise Snyder had the
Marsha and Stephen Rabb Moody in their inimitable jazz style. You might say they were the honor of presenting Nancy Beard with the 2024 Shelly
were the gala chairs. bee’s knees. Award, which is given to an outstanding individual
Upon entering the lobby, guests were greeted by displays The Honorable Ann Brown, Board vice chair, began
of mannequins decked out in 1920s attire, courtesy of the opening remarks by expressing her passion for PBD Palm Beach Dramaworks on page 13
PBD Costume Shop Manager/Resident Costume Designer
Brian O’Keefe. Guests looked equally nifty: Many women
revealed their inner flapper, wearing dresses full of fringe
and sporting long strands of pearls and other period
accoutrements, including feathers in their hair, feathered
boas, fans and endless cigarette holders. Men were the cat’s
pajamas in pinstriped suits, double-breasted jackets, fedoras
and Panama hats.
Each table in the elegantly decorated ballroom sported

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