“ The New Children ’ s Museum is a vitally important institution in San Diego , introducing our community to the power of art in engaging and approachable ways ,” shared Dr . Laurie Mitchell , Co- Chair and one of the Museum ’ s founding Board Members . “ We are raising funds to enable children and families from all over San Diego to access our educational and creative programming , regardless of their life circumstances .”
Each year the Museum transforms its
Gala Chairs Laurie Mitchell , Ellen Moxham and Jennifer Luce
multi-level contemporary building into a vibrant , club-like atmosphere , while showcasing their immersive art and playscapes . Gala guests will have free rein inside the 50,000-square-foot Museum and be encouraged to play in the installations , including sliding down the 40-foot slide of El Más Allá ( Panca ), climbing up into the room-sized crocheted Whammock ! ( Toshiko Horiuchi MacAdam ) and engaging in a magical theater experience in Teatro Piñata ( David Reynoso ).
To build on the “ greatest show on earth ” theme , Island Avenue in front of the Museum will serve as the colorful
and experience exclusive performances .
“ big top ” with a fair-inspired midway complete with Ferris wheel , food , cocktails , engaging games and booths . Guests will be dazzled and delighted by performances both inside and outside the Museum , including feats of strength and fortune tellers . There will be a pre-event reception for the Gala Honorary Committee and VIP ticket holders , including the opportunity to be among the first to ride the Ferris wheel
“ Playful costumes have long been a hallmark of The New Children ’ s Museum galas and part of what makes our events so much fun ,” added Dr . Laurie Mitchell . “ While dressing up is always optional , we anticipate our guests will express their creativity with circus and carnival-inspired attire .”
Forgoing a live or silent auction , the Museum will have multiple opportunities for gala guests to “ fund a need ” via an art show , games and onsite donations .
www . thinkplaycreate . org / circus-spectacular
AUGUST 2022 | GBSAN . COM 69