Performance Network Theatre Announces Online Auction

Performance Network Theatre is pleased to announce that their online auction is now live! The auction is in conjunction with the "Taste of the Season (Party for the Arty)" fundraiser which includes fifteen theatre-themed fundraising parties, taking place from April 15-25 in a variety of locations around Ann Arbor. Private homes, restaurants, performance spaces and even barns will host unique and intimate gatherings from Cuban Fiestas to Provencal (Indoor) Picnics.

Auction items include experiences and get-a-way packages, arts and gifts, service package, health and fitness gifts, tickets and gift certificates.

To view and bid on items visit: http://shop.ebay.com/performancenetworktheatre/m.html

The auction will be live until April 25th.

Proceeds from "Taste of the Season (Party for the Arty)" and online auction will benefit Performance Network's programs including its Children's Theatre Network, Fireside Festival of New Work, Pay-What-You-Can performances and free tickets for community organizations.

Auction Items:
EXPERIENCES AND GET-A-WAYS
A Piston's "Suite" Deal: You and your eleven (11) best friends will head to the Palace of Auburn Hills where you will have your very own suite for a Piston's game during the 2010/2011 season! Parking included for three vehicles. Donated by Palace Sports and Entertainment. Value: $1500.

Retreat on Torch Lake: Two couples can enjoy this two bedroom, two bathroom chalet, located right on the lake, for a relaxing three (3) night stay. Available June 5, June 12, June 26 or most weekends September - October. No smoking. Expires October 30, 2010. Donated by Chuck and Jeanette Hescheles. Value: $1200.

Poolside Room at Weber's Inn: Enjoy a standard poolside room for one night (Sun-Thurs). Value: $295.

VIP Wine Tasting and Tour at Chateau Chantal: Includes a personal tour of the winery, an explanation of the winemaking process, and wine tastings in the Chateau Great Room for six people. Value: $150.

Ride the Canadian Rails with Algoma Railway: Two adult coach tickets for the Agawa Canyon Tour Train in Sault Ste Marie, Ontario. Donated by Algoma Central Railway. Value: $146.

Golf Package: Includes two 18-hole rounds of golf donated by Reddeman Farms Golf Club (valid Monday - Friday; excludes holidays) and a 360 Vodka Basket including vodka, golf balls, and two hats donated by Joe David, McCormick Distilling Co. Value: $125.

Dinner at Logan and Suzy Bogguss Performance: Get tickets for two to see Suzy Bogguss at The Ark on Friday, May 21, 2010 and a $50 gift certificate to Logan An American Restaurant. Value: $100.

ART AND GIFTS
Annabella Seriolithograph by Linda Le Kinff: Annabella is a seriolithograph in color on wove paper by French artist Linda Le Kinff. Donated by Park West Gallery. Value: $650.

Ultimate Luxury: A caraway and ecru two-tone cashmere and silk wrap donated by Toni Walker/Worth Collection paired with faux pearl and black aluminum drop earrings created and donated by Ruth Taubman. Value: $495

Camcorder, Music and More from Borders: Includes The Complete Cartoons of New Yorker, The American Songbook, a signed copy of Harry Connick, Jr's oh my nola CD, a Flip video camcorder with 1GB of memory, and a $25 gift card to Borders. Value: $260.

Calling All Aspiring Artists: One studio art class at the Ann Arbor Art Center and a family membership. Value: $200

For the Wine Lover: Package includes a Solterra wine basket: A taste-tour of Chile including Carmenere, Cabernet, Merlot, Rose, Chardonnay and Suavignon Blanc donated by Marlena Studer. Also included in this package are three wines from the cellar of Carolyn Dana Lewis: Roche Lacour Brut 2005 (France), Stephendale Sauvignon Blanc 2009 (New Zealand), and Vina Baccana Pinot Grigio, 2009 (Grave del Friuli DOC Italy). And lastly, enjoy and a magnum of Clos de las Siete 2007, a Bordeaux-style blend donated by Anita Liberman-Lampear and Alan Lampear. Value: $179.

Handmade Glass Flowers: Three handmade glass flowers (2 lilies, 1 daffodil) from the Selo/Shevel Gallery. Value: $175.

Fresh Flowers from Tom Thompson Flowers: Receive a gift certificate for three fresh bouquets (one per month) from Tom Thompson Flowers (may not exceed $60/bouquet). Value: $180.

University of Michigan Museum of Art Package: Includes a family membership, a tote bag, and the books Tradition Transformed Chang Ku-Nien Master Painter of the 20th Century and Walead Beshty UMMA Projects. Value: $146.

Gifts from Heavenly Metal: A "Bright Idea" notebook, three beaded peace bracelets, a "Shade" ceramic mason jar, and a pink Baggu (reusable tote) donated by Vicki Honeyman at Heavenly Metal. Value: $95.

For the U of M Football Fan: One Michigan Stadium commemorative dinnerware plate. Donated by Classic Collegiate China. Value $55.

For the Spartan in your Life: One commemorative dinnerware plate featuring Sparty and Spartan Stadium. Donated by Classic Collegiate China. Value $55.

Michigan Made Items from Plum Market: Includes American Spoon Bartlett Pear Preserves, Elena's Olive Oil, Faygo, a Grocer's Daughter chocolate bar and more. Value: $50.

Signed Copy of The Shanghai Moon: Mystery by S.J. Rozan donated by Aunt Agatha's. Value: $25.

SERVICES
Drycleaning Made Easy by Snedicor's - Shirts: Get two shirts drycleaned/ pressed each week for a year. All items will be picked up and delivered back to you for free (in Ann Arbor or Livingston County). Value: $384.

Drycleaning Made Easy by Snedicor's - One Item: Get one item drycleaned and pressed each week for a year. Includes pick-up and delivery (in Ann Arbor or Livingston County). Offer excludes wedding gowns, furs, leathers, household items and tailoring. Value: $384.

Handy Man Service: Chris Strong, experienced handy man will provide eight hours of services. Value: $320.

Computer Problem? They'll Solve It! :One hour of in-store service from Absolute Computer. Value: $75.

HEALTH AND FITNESS
Fitness Package: Includes a three-class pass to Vie Fitness and Spa, two-month membership to Curves, a Curves water bottle and a Curves fitness and weight management book. Value: $210.

Woman's Health: One infrared breast cancer screening courtesy of Malcolm Sickels, MD and Holistic Family Medicine. Expires April 25, 2011. Value $200.

For the Adventurer - Rock Climbing: Two starter packages for rock climbing at Planet Rock includes day passes, shoes, harnesses, chalk bags and basic instruction. Value: $84.

Foot Reflexology: Hour of foot reflexology courtesy of Denise Held, The Natural Healing Center. Value: $50.

TICKETS
Two Tickets for the Stratford Shakespeare Festival Value: $170.
Zingerman's Deli Tasting (four tickets) Value: $160.
Two Tickets for the Shaw Festival: Travel to Niagra-on-the-Lake, Ontario for a production of An Ideal Husband, The Women or The Doctor's Dilemma. Expires October 31, 2010. Value: $150.
Movies at Michigan Theatre: Book of 8 movie passes for the Michigan Theatre. Value: $128.
One year Gold Subscription to the Detroit Repertory Theatre: Good for two people. Value $100.
Two Tickets to Gem and Century Theatre: For a mid-week or Sunday show. Value: $79
Two Tickets to Purple Rose Theatre Company: Wednesday, Thursday or Sunday show. Value: $66.
Kerrytown Concert House: Four concert vouchers. Value: $60.
Tickets to Tipping Point Theatre: Two ticket vouchers. Value $50.
Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra: $50 voucher good towards the purchase of any concert tickets. Value: $50.

GIFT CERTIFICATES
Red Shoes Gift Certificate Value: $40.
Sweets from the Cupcake Station: Receive a dozen free cupcakes. Value: $36
Café Zola Gift Card 1 Value $25.
Café Zola Gift Card 2 Value $25.
Edible Arrangements Gift Card: Value: $25
Fourth Avenue Birkenstock Gift Certificate: Value: $25.
Gift Card to Ten Thousand Villages: Value: $25.
Tracklements Gift Certificate Value: $25.
BD's Mongolian Grill Value: $20.

Founded in 1981, Performance Network Theatre has grown from a fledgling company to Ann Arbor's only resident, professional theatre. The Network reaches 40,000 theatre patrons and children each year through the year-round Professional Series and The Children's Theatre Network. Performance Network also presents the Fireside Festival of New Works and a series of classes on theatre-related topics. The Network provides uncompromising artistic leadership in the region and produces works that engage, challenge and inspire audiences and artists.

Performance Network is currently celebrating its 10th season in its downtown home at 120 East Huron (Corner of Huron and Fourth). Since opening its downtown space 9 seasons ago, the company has grown into a regional leader, with a track-record of winning more awards than any other theatre in the state. It has garnered national acclaim, including 3 American Theatre Critics' Association nominations and moved plays premiered in Ann Arbor to theatres nationwide, including one optioned for Broadway.

Performance Network brings joy and entertainment to 20,000 patrons each year, and its touring shows and family series light up the faces of 20,000 children. Its programs include the critically-acclaimed professional series, the Fireside Festival of New Works featuring scripts in development, classes and workshops for children and teens and a late night performance series for developing artists.

For more information, visit www.performancenetwork.org.

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