Annual Benefit
MARCH 22, 2025
Experience
Get ready to rock the night away at the BIG ARTS Annual Benefit featuring Shadows of the 60s, an electrifying tribute to Motown’s legendary supergroups like The Supremes and The Temptations.
This interactive production brings Motown’s rich musical legacy to life with top-tier musicians, dazzling choreography, and beautiful costumes. Sing along to timeless hits from icons like Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, and more!
Experience Motown!
SATURDAY, MARCH 22, 2025
6:00 P.M.
Sumptuous pre-show buffets & open bars
7:30 P.M.
Concert curtain in Christensen Performance Hall
Post Concert
Desserts, dancing & drinks in the Malone Family Sculpture Garden
HOST COMMITTEE
Vibeke Christensen
Melissa Congress
Carmen Courter
Susie Freund
Gaye Pigott
Rene Savarise
Janet Strickland
Linda Uhler
Thank You Dear PLATINUM STAR SPONSORS
Gustav and Vibeke Christensen
Jim and Gaye Pigott
GOLDEN HITS SPONSORS
Judy & Barry Bronstein
Barb & Tom Dunham
Sanibel Captiva Trust Company
Bob & Kathy Wiesemann
MOTOWN MAGIC SPONSORS
Ed & Catherine Anderson
Dick & Mary Butler
Ralph & Carolyn Clark
Gordon & Linda Coons
JoAnn & Bob Glick
George & Susan Heisler
Maureen & Gary Saage
Jeffrey & Rene Savarise
Robert & Betty Van Tassel
Penny Wilkinson & Dick Boehning
Dr. Michael & Mrs. Marilee Wood
Gene & Margaret Zelek
Dear Friends
VINYL ENTHUSIAST SPONSORS
Pam & Bob Norton
Joyce & Don Rice
Chip & Nancy Roach
Law Office of Janet M. Strickland, P.A.
SOULFUL SUPPORTER SPONSORS
Charlie & Linda Adams
Curtis Barton
Bob & Sharon Barton
Melissa & Scot Congress
Kim Eastman & Louise Sinclair Eastman
Doug & Sherry Gentry
The Health Whisperer
Mike & Barbara Lies
Bill & Barbara Millar
David & Nora Mimms
Tom & Linda Uhler
Douglas & Priscilla Viets
Sponsors as of January 31, 2025
Meet the Band!
Shadows of the 60s present the music of Motown with the intensity of the original recorded performances.
Each singer and musician was chosen because they embody the spirit, style and excitement of the original artists. Close your eyes and you will hear the magic of Motown, open them and you will see and feel the raw “front row” experience of attending a live Motown concert, circa 1964! Click Here for a sneak peek of their stunning performance!
Ways to Give
GOLDEN HITS SPONSOR
($10,000)
• 6 complimentary event tickets • VIP seating
• VIP backstage photo with “Shadows of the 60s”
• Reserved table for 6 at pre-show festivities Includes Motown Magic Sponsor benefits
MOTOWN MAGIC SPONSORS
($5,000)
• 6 complimentary event tickets • Premium seating Includes Vinyl Enthusiast benefits
VINYL ENTHUSIAST SPONSORS
($3,000)
• 4 complimentary event tickets • Preferred seating Includes Soulful Supporter benefits
SOULFUL SUPPORTER SPONSORS
• 2 complimentary event tickets
• Attendance at pre-show festivities
($1,500)
• Recognition as sponsor in digital event program, BIG ARTS Benefit webpage, and post-event newspaper ad FOR SPONSORSHIP AND TICKETS, CONTACT THE BOX OFFICE AT 239-395-0900.
Great communities create great organizations – not the other way around. In 1979, BIG ARTS was created by, and for, the community, and owes its rich history to a small band of dedicated artists who drew inspiration from each other and from the breathtaking island beauty that infused their work with grace and authenticity. They set out to create a special gathering place where artistic and educational experiences were accessible to all. Today that vision is alive and well. With the help of our loyal donors and supporters, BIG ARTS will carry that vision forward – providing joy, inspiration and a sense of community for generations to come.
Vision
To create great arts, entertainment and learning experiences that always inspire, enrich and delight.
Mission
Provide an array of quality entertainment, arts and education programs that enrich and nurture the lives of Sanibel and Captiva residents andvisitors through:
• professionally led arts and enrichment classes and workshops for students of all ages
• stimulating and informative lectures and group discussions with renowned national thought leaders and educators
• dynamic visual and performing arts presentations of the highest caliber.