Manish Vora
A new wave of non-profit benefits has arrived with the spring – look below for a guide to the major galas. Last week we wrote about the Rema Hort Mann Foundation’s Buy What You Love benefit benefit, and next week look for our article on The Details Guild’s collaboration with Gardar Eide Einarsson.
Thursday, Mar 24, 2011
Rema Hort Mann Foundation’s Buy What You Love
Mariane Boesky Gallery
The Rema Hort Mann Foundation’s Buy What You Love fundraiser exhibits works for sale without the artist’s name, encouraging everyone to buy based on their love for a work, not the name of the artist. The final twist is that the prices start at $500 for the first hour, then drop to $250 in hour two and $125 in hour three. With collectors Susan and Michael Hort choosing the pieces, you can’t go wrong with your selection. Tickets $20 at the door.
Monday, April 4
NY Academy of Art: Tribeca Ball
NYAA, 111 Franklin Street, New York
This is the one-stop-shop for spring galas; there will be cocktails and dancing, five floors of open studios, opportunities to purchase works from New York’s next great artists as well as some of our favorites. Throw in a lot of celebrities and art world heavyweights and this spells not to be missed. Tickets $175 and up.
Wednesday, April 6
New Museum Spring Gala
7 World Trade Center,
New York
The New Museum’s Spring Gala is never one to miss. With honorees Stefan Gael Neeson, Stefan Edlis and Gilbert + George, this year is no exception. Tickets start at $1,500, but the after-party tickets start at just $75.
Sunday, April 10
Brooklyn Academy of Music Silent Auction
BAM
, 30 Lafayette Avenue
, Brooklyn
Like what you have seen in the Bergdorf’s windows lately? Bid on the works from artists like Cindy Sherman, Jasper Johns, Richard Serra shown there and online to benefit the Brooklyn Academy of Music. Many of the artists will be present at the end of the auction for a cocktail reception on April 10th. Some bids start at less than $100. Free.
Monday, April 11
Storefront for Art and Architecture Spring Benefit and Silent Auction
Paul Taylor Dance Company,
551 Grand Street,
New York
Check out the new home of the Paul Taylor Dance Company while attending the Storefront Benefit. Highlights of the benefit include a cocktail party and silent auction with live music by SON RADICAL and Juan-Carlos Formell. Tickets start at $250.
Tuesday, April 12
WAGMAG Benefit
Causey Contemporary, 92 Wythe Ave., Brooklyn
Until the Nets move to Brooklyn, this is the only lottery Brooklyn should care about. For $175 you get a raffle ticket which guarantees you an artwork. When your number is called, you get to “draft” a work (artists name are hidden) and walk out with it. Last year I walked away with a Daniel Zeller courtesy of Pierogi. Nice!
Wednesday, April 13
Lucky Draw
A one of a kind art raffle – guarantees that each and every ticket holder walks home with a work of art! This fast-paced one night event offers first time and seasoned collectors access to more than 150 artworks by top emerging and established talent. All proceeds benefit SculptureCenter.
Wednesday, April 13
Elizabeth Jordan & Urban Zen
Urban Zen, 705 Greenwich Street
Join Donna Karan, Sonja Nuttal and Artlog for a special event celebrating photographer Elizabeth Jordan exhibition at the Urban Zen Foundation. More details to come.
Thursday, April 14
Public Art Fund 2011 Spring Benefit: The Sculpture Factory
275 Hudson St,
New York
The Public Art Fund is New York’s leading presenter of artists’ projects, new commissions, and exhibitions in public spaces. For over 30 years the Public Art Fund has been committed to working with emerging and established artists to produce innovative exhibitions of contemporary art throughout New York City.
Tickets start at $250.
Thursday, April 14
T.1912
Guggenheim Museum, 1071 Fifth Ave, New York
This Guggenheim YCC benefit enlists Artist Dominique Gonzalez-Foerster to create what should be an earth/boat shattering experience of the the sinking of the Titanic which occurred 99 years ago, April 14, 1912. Judging by the response on twitter to this interactive, food, drink, art experience, get your tickets asap!
Friday, April 15
BOMB Magazine 30th Anniversary Gala Benefit and Silent Auction
Capitale
, 130 Bowery,
New York
BOMB Magazine is celebrating its 30th Anniversary with cocktails, dinner, and a silent auction. Marina Abramovic, Richard Armstrong, Betsy Baker, and Francine Prose are honorees who may be in attendance. Tickets start at $500.
Saturday, April 16
ArtTable’s 30th Anniversary Gala Benefit
11 W 53rd St,
New York
Join ArtTable in honoring influential leading women who have transformed the field of visual arts. Awards created by Jenny Holzer and Yoko Ono. Dinner, open bar, special installations and performances. Tickets start at $275.
Wednesday, April 27
Brooklyn Museum’s Brooklyn Artists Ball
Brooklyn Museum, Brooklyn
Sarah Jessica Parker hosts this cocktail reception at dinner to celebrate the influence and creativity if Brooklyn artists. Expectations are high after last year’s unforgettable Jennifer Rubell’s edible creations. Artists involved in setting this year’s mood include Angel Otero,
Heather Rowe
, Vadis Turner,
Sara VanDerBeek, Anya Kielar and
Dustin Yellin. We are quite sure that the benefit will one again leave the artworld buzzing and satiated. Tickets start at $500.
April/May
AIDS Community Research Initiative of America: “Unframed: Curated by Vik Muniz”
More information to come.
Thursday, May 5
Creative Time Benefit Honoring Liz Swig
Meatpacking District “New Area Nightclub,” New York
If you have been looking for a work by Yoko Ono or Olaf Breuning to add to your collection, the silent auction at the Creative Time Benefit is what you have been waiting for. Plus, you are guaranteed surprise performances and tequila… no guarantee that you will make it home. Tickets are $1,500 and up.
Tuesday, May 10
The Noguchi Museum Spring Benefit
The Noguchi Museum,
Long Island City, NY
Honoring Sam Sachs. More information to come.
Tuesday, May 10
International Center of Photography, 27th Annual Infinity Awards
Pier 60, New York City
The Infinity Awards honor all aspects of photography, from lifetime achievement to photojournalism, fashion, writing, and publications. Camera obscura photographer Abelardo Morell is among the honorees this year. The ceremony benefits ICP’s exhibitions, collections, community outreach, and the School at ICP.
Thursday, May 12
Queens Museum of Art Gala 2011
New York City Building, Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Queens
Join us for our Gala 2011! Another year, another great party featuring this year’s honorees Rose Ciampa and Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP. Complete with cocktails, dinner and performances. Tickets are $300.
Wednesday, May 18
The Bronx Museum of the Arts Spring Gala Dinner and Auction
Espace,
635 West 42nd Street,
New York
This benefit is accompanied by a performance by Valerie Capers, the Bronx born and highly acclaimed pianist and composer.
Wednesday, May 18
Exit Art’s Outer Space Benefit Gala
Exit Art
The benefit is always a fun party and this year’s will be especially exciting with artist chairs Swoon, Marina Abramovic, and Will Cotton. There will be hors d’oeuvres and drinks provided by sponsors Ketel One, Moet, and Butternuts Beers, and an auction of work by both emerging and established artists, a great way to start or grow your art collection. Tickets start at $175.
Thursday, May 19
National Academy Museum’s Spring Gala and Benefit Auction
National Academy Museum
Founded in 1825, The National Academy is the only institution of its kind that integrates a Museum, Art School, and Association of Artists and Architects dedicated to creating the preserving a living history of American art. We’re honoring distinguished National Academicians, Stephen Antonakos, Morton Kaish and Kevin Roche. All proceeds benefit the Academy’s education and exhibition programs. Tickets start at $500.
Thursday, May 26
El Museo’s Gala
Honoring Mario Testino
Cipriani,
110 East 42nd Street,
New York
With honorary members like Naomi Campbell and Linda Evangelista, El Museo’s Gala to honor Mario Testino will most likely be just as sexy as his photos. Tickets start at $1,000.
May/June
Whitney Art Party
Details to come
Contributed by Alexandra Slattery
