Huntington Beach, Calif.–April 29, 2023–Orange County School of the Arts (OCSA) will host a retro-glam night of music and philanthropy at its 2023 Gala, Sunset & Vinyl. More than 600 supporters will come together decked out in their best Studio 54-inspired fashion to celebrate with cocktails, a three-course dining experience, live and virtual auctions and an out-of-sight performance featuring OCSA students and Fifth Harmony singer Dinah Jane. Gala 2023, Sunset & Vinyl will take place at 6 p.m. on Saturday, April 29 at the Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa, located at 21500 Pacific Coast Highway.
The evening will begin with a sparkling cocktail reception, during which guests will be encouraged to bid on one-of-a-kind items through an electrifying virtual auction while enjoying signature drinks and gourmet hors d'oeuvres. Guests will then hustle over to the ballroom, which will be transformed into an iconic 1970s-night club, decorated with glittering disco balls and bathed in the stunning hues of the sunset. Guests will step back in time as a nostalgic radio disc jockey will serve as their host for the remainder of the evening.
As roller skaters glide among the audience, the performance will feature a high-energy blend of rock, funk, R&B and disco hits. Pop powerhouse Dinah Jane, who is a celebrated vocalist and former OCSA student, will shine as she performs alongside students. While enjoying the show, guests will dine on three delicious courses of artfully plated cuisine in accordance with each exhilarating act.
The evening will also feature an exciting live auction of exclusive experiences and magical getaways, including: A VIP concert experience in Las Vegas to see the “Queen of Modern Country” Miranda Lambert, plus a shopping spree with a stylist at any Boot Barn location; 20 nights at any Montage Hotels & Resorts or Pendry Hotels & Resorts location in celebration of the company’s 20th anniversary; An exclusive Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim package that includes a club level suite, signed memorabilia, face time at batting practice and more; A week-long trip for 14 guests to a lush beachside oasis hidden on the Mexican Pacific at Casa Angelina in Zihuatanejo.
Following the live auction, enthusiastic bidding will inspire generous philanthropists to come together to support OCSA’s deserving student artists during the Fund-A-Dream paddle raise. Money raised during this portion allows the school to continue to offer all students, regardless of their families’ socioeconomic backgrounds, the complete OCSA experience.
“I am always so blown away by the generosity that we see at Gala each year. Our students all deserve the absolute best school experience possible, and we would not be able to provide that without the support of our incredible community,” said Teren Shaffer, OCSA President and CEO.
About Orange County School of the Arts
The nationally recognized Orange County School of the Arts (OCSA) provides an unparalleled arts and academic education in a creative, challenging and nurturing environment to a diverse student body passionate about the arts, preparing them to reach their highest potential. Founded in 1987, OCSA currently serves nearly 2,300 gifted students in grades seven through 12 from more than 100 cities throughout California. In addition to a college-preparatory academic program, OCSA offers pre-professional arts training in 17 conservatories within the schools of applied arts, dance, fine & media arts, music and theater. The nonprofit public charter school relies solely on private donations, totaling $13 million annually, to fund the arts training programs. Currently led by president and CEO Teren Shaffer, OCSA has received recognitions for its programs locally, regionally and nationally. For the fourth year in a row, Niche ranked OCSA the No. 1 Charter High School in California. For additional information, visit www.ocsarts.net.
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