Fundraising Gala at Disney’s The Lion King « Kilimanjaro: A Purposeful Journey

Fundraising Gala at Disney’s The Lion King

Ottawa’s first performance of Broadway’s Tony® Award-winning sensation, Disney’s The Lion King, is July 14 and the Kilimanjaro Grannies are proud to host an exclusive African-themed Gala dinner in the National Arts Centre’s Panorama and Fountain Rooms prior to the performance. Experience the breathtaking musical from the best seats in the house. Then rub shoulders in the main foyer at a Post-Show Reception to which the cast and crew have been invited.

With the generous support of the National Arts Centre, Disney and Broadway Across Canada, the Kilimanjaro Grannies are hosting a spectacular and fun affair on July 14, 2011. Your evening starts at 5:00 p.m. with Chef Blackie’s unique three-course African-themed dinner in the Panorama and Fountain Rooms. Then prepare yourself to be mesmerized by the breathtaking spectacle of animals brought to life by a cast of more than 40 actors. Be thrilled by the pulsating rhythms of the African Pride Lands from your premium orchestra seats. End the evening on a perfect note with light refreshments in the NAC’s main foyer. The cast and crew are invited to mingle with you and share their experiences on this breathtaking musical. This private Post-show Reception is limited to Platinum and Gold Gala ticket holders.

SILENT AUCTION: The Friends of the National Arts Centre Orchestra is pleased to partner with the Kilimanjaro Grannies to present a fabulous silent auction the evening of July 14th. Proceeds will go towards the Stephen Lewis Foundation’s Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign to help Turn the Tide of HIV/AIDS in Africa, the Friends of the National Arts Centre Orchestra’s commitment to music education programs for young people, and The Snowflake Ball’s commitment to raising funds and awareness for Crohn’s Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, and Colorectal Cancer. Auction bidding will begin at 5:00 PM in the 2^nd floor mezzanine of the National Arts Centre, outside the Panorama Room.

Items on the auction block will include one-of-a-kind vacations at hotels and resorts across North America and around the world, beautiful jewellery, stunning creations by talented artists and artisans, restaurant gift certificates, pampering spa packages, decadent gourmet treats, and more. A number of unique African-themed items are sure to generate some excited bidding!

Advance purchase of The Lion King tickets ensures priority seating in Southam Hall’s Orchestra section. Beat the box office as tickets go on sale to the general public on April 9, 2011.