October Social Scene: Wolf Trap, Washington Ballet, Max Mara
By • October 9, 2024 0 412
Wolf Trap: No Dimming These Lights
Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts hosted its annual Wolf Trap Ball on Sept. 21 where attendees, corporate sponsors, board members and donors contributed $2.2 million to support the foundation’s arts and education programs. At the black-tie event with a Studio 54, disco-era twist, Wolf Trap Ball Co-Chairs AJ and Chris Andreas and Kevin and Beth Smithson thanked attendees and sponsors for contributing, breaking prior records for the sold-out ball. Held on stage at the iconic Filene Center, 800 guests gathered to celebrate the close of Wolf Trap’s summer season.
“This past Saturday we celebrated the culmination of a fantastic summer season as we entered a new era at Wolf Trap,” said Arvind Manocha, President & CEO of Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts. “This new period brings unparalleled growth and energy to the foundation, and is defined by strength, joy, and the promise of an even brighter future.”
The Gupta Family and friends. Photo by Tony Powell.
Representative Don Beyer (D-VA) and wife Megan. Photo by Tony Powell.
Max Mara Presents the Fall/Winter Icons Collection
Tuesday, October 1st, the collection was presented at Georgetown’s historic LXIV Residence. Kristin Cecci & Ashley Bronczek hosted the event with a portion of the proceeds benefiting The Washington Ballet. The Collection is known for its curated assortment of luxury outerwear, knits and accessories. A flower bar adorned the exclusive fashion experience and allowed for personalized bouquets among attendees.
Kristin Cecchi and Jessica Glass host Max Mara/Winter Icons Collection. Photo by Kate O’Brian.
Shoppers at the historic LXIV Residence in Georgetown. Photo by Kate O’Brian.
Floral presentation. Photo by Kate O’Brian.
Washington Ballet at Dupont Underground
Oct. 5 “Dance for All” media reception and performance at the new-ish Dupont Underground stepped into an immersive world of dance choreographed by Edwaard Liang with the evocative music composed by Emmy Award winning Blake Neelly. Max Mara is the exclusive fashion partner.
Washington Ballet Artistic Director Edwaard Liang and Brian Donahue. Photo by Allyson Burkhardt.
Dancers Samara Rittinger and Jessy Dick. Photo by Allyson Burkhardt.
Zack Hooper and Becki Marchand. Photo by Allyson Burkhardt.
