Published by New Jersey Stage
originally published: 01/06/2025
(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Come one, come all to the magical Snow Ball! Art House Productions and presenting sponsor SILVERMAN proudly announce the 17th Annual Snow Ball Gala on Saturday, January 25, 2025, from 8:00pm to 11:00pm, with an exclusive VIP Honoree Dinner starting at 6:00pm. The event will be held at Hudson County Community College's Culinary Arts School and Conference Center (161 Newkirk Street) in Jersey City.
This year’s theme, Spectacle of Wonder, brings the enchantment of the circus to life as we celebrate the vibrant arts and culture scene in Jersey City and honor the incredible individuals who champion Art House Productions’ mission to support artists and enrich Hudson County through exceptional arts programming. Creative black-tie attire is encouraged.
Art House is thrilled to honor the following outstanding contributors to Jersey City’s arts community: Hudson County Executive: Craig Guy; Jersey City LGBTQ+ Pride Festival Producer: Eddie Baez; Executive Director of the Historic Downtown Special Improvement District (HDSID): Rachel Sieg; Artist, Curator, and Arts Advocate: Bryant Small; and President and CEO of Jersey City Medical Center RWJ Barnabas Health: Michael Prilutsky.
“We are beyond excited to celebrate this year’s extraordinary honorees, who have each made significant contributions to the arts and community,” said Meredith Burns, Executive Artistic Director of Art House Productions. “Their leadership and advocacy exemplify the power of the arts to inspire, transform, and connect us all.”
The evening begins with the VIP Dinner from 6:00pm to 8:00pm, where guests will enjoy a three-course meal, hear speeches from the honorees, explore the silent auction, and delight in a live music performance from the Jack Breslin Trio.
From 8:00pm to 11:00pm, the gala transforms into an immersive dance party celebration featuring: An open bar and light fare; A costume contest; Exciting silent auction opportunities; Captivating circus performances by Diiiotima Arts; Live music by Giselle; and A DJ set by DJ Phil Nasty.
Join them for an unforgettable evening filled with energy, artistry, and celebration!
Tickets are available now: General Admission: $175 in advance, $300 at the door; VIP Honoree Dinner Tickets: $375, $500 at the door; Patrons with disabilities and working artists: $85.
Proceeds from the event support Art House Productions, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to developing and presenting the performing and visual arts in Jersey City. A portion of ticket sales is tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.
The Snow Ball Gala is made possible by presenting sponsor SILVERMAN and additional support from: Exchange Place Alliance; RWJ Barnabas | Jersey City Medical Center; The County Executive Craig Guy; Super Buy Rite; Hudson County Community College; Flik Hospitality; Tito’s Vodka; Panepinto Properties; NJ Beer Co; and Minuteman Press Jersey City.
For accessibility and patron services inquiries, please email [email protected].
Art House Productions is a nonprofit organization committed to developing and presenting performing and visual arts in Jersey City, NJ. Art House offers theater productions, visual art exhibitions, arts festivals, and educational programming for all ages.
Support for Art House Productions in 2025 is provided by an Anonymous American Foundation, the Arts in Education Program and the Hudson County History Partnership Program from Hudson County Cultural Affairs, the City of Jersey City, the Exchange Place Alliance, funds from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, a partner organization of the NEA, Genova Burns, the Historic Downtown Special Improvement District (HDSID), the Jersey City Economic Development Corporation, Jersey City Health and Human Services, KRE, the New Jersey Economic Development Authority Small Business Improvement Grant, Panepinto Properties, public funds from the Jersey City Arts and Culture Trust Fund, RWJ Barnabas | Jersey City Medical Center, SILVERMAN, Super Buy Rite, the New Jersey Arts and Culture Renewal Fund, Tito's, and many other generous volunteers, donors, and sponsors.
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