DOORS: Opening Doors to the Arts

Save the Date!

2012-01-11T12:49:00.000-08:00

Hope to see you there!

What an AMAZING Night!

2011-09-14T13:08:00.000-07:00

It's already September and we still can't believe DOORS 2011 is over! Such a fantastic night full of wonderful entertainment and astounding generosity. We're already gearing up for next year's big show on April 28th, 2012, so make sure you check back for exclusive information as we post it. Thanks to all who joined us this past April, we hope to see you again!!

THANK YOU ALL

2011-04-09T13:55:00.000-07:00

What an amazing night! STG is truly blessed to have so many generous and fun-loving supporters.

We will post photos here soon.

Thank you thank you thank you all.

THE MOST NOVEL DOORS ITEM OF ALL - THE GOLDEN TICKETS

2011-04-07T21:06:00.000-07:00

The GOLDEN TICKETS!
For the very first time, STG is offering two GOLDEN TICKETS, exclusively available at DOORS. These two golden tickets will grant you access to all STG shows at the Paramount, Moore and Neptune Theatres through 4/15/12.

Restrictions include:
•   Non-transferable - the buyer (or one of the two buyers) must be here in person; the second person may be a guest.
•   Only applicable to shows at Paramount, Moore & Neptune
•   Minimum 60 minute notice prior to curtain must be given to Mason Sherry, Theatre Manager, via cell phone call.
•   STG guarantees access only. We will make our best effort to grant seats, but this may be standing room from time to time at sold out shows.

Donor: Seattle Theatre Group
FMV: Priceless

DOORS WINE PACKAGE #3 - BARONS VERTICAL FLIGHT 2003-2007

2011-04-07T20:30:00.000-07:00

2003 Barons Cabernet Sauvignon
2004 Barons Cabernet Sauvignon
2005 Barons Cabernet Sauvignon
2006 Barons Cabernet Sauvignon
2007 Barons Cabernet Sauvignon

FMV: $300

Donors: Jim Kraft, DOORS Co-Chair & STG Board Chair and Tom Lundquist

DOORS WINE PACKAGE #2

2011-04-07T20:21:00.000-07:00

Marilyn Wines	1998 Marilyn Merlot
Bionic Frog	2006 Syrah Walla Walla Valley
Turley	2008 Paso Robles Zinfandel
Walter Clore	2006 Columbia Valley Red Wine
Barons V	2007 Cabernet Sauvignon Columbia Valley
Sparrow	2009 Estate Viognier Walla Walla Valley
Sparkman	2004 Stella Mae Syrah Red Mountain
Januik	2007 Red Wine Columbia Valley
Septima	2009 Malbec
Les Arbousiers	2009 Coteaux du Languedoc
Page Cellars	2009 Sentimental Blonde Sauvignon Blanc
Two Angels	2006 Petite Sirah
Rasa Vineyards	2008 Vox Populi
Silver Oak	2005 Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Clos de Papes	2008 Chateauneuf-du-pape

DOORS Wine Package #2 generously donated by:

Alan and Gigi White, DOORS Co-Chairs and CenterStage Council members
Ann Deutscher, STG CenterStage Council President
Jim Margard, STG Board Vice President
Becky Bogard, STG Board member
Rick Holley, CEO Plum Creek
Sally Andrews, STG Board member
John Maynard, STG CenterStage Council member
Lance Rosen, STG CenterStage Council member
Spencer Jacobs
Adam Zacks, STG Senior Director of Programming
Clark VanBogart, STG CFO
Vivian Phillips, STG Director of Marketing
Kate Becker, STG Director of Development

DOORS WINE PACKAGE #1

2011-04-07T19:40:00.000-07:00

This year at DOORS, we have beautiful wine packages donated by Board and CenterStage Council members and their friends.
Here is DOORS Wine Package #1:

Bionic Frog	2002 Syrah Walla Walla Valley
Cayuse Vineyards	2005 Syrah Vailloux Vineyard Walla Walla Valley
Two Vines	2008 Merlot-Cabernet
Clo Du Val	2007 Cabernet Sauvignon
Doyenne	2007 Syrah
Chester Kidder	2005 Red Wine Columbia Valley
Sorella	2008 Horse Heaven Hills Red Wine
Januik	2006 Ciel Du Cheval Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon
DeLille Cellars	2006 Chaleur Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc blend
Page Cellars	2007 Lick My Lips Syrah
Waters	2008 Loess Syrah Walla Walla Valley
Chateau Armailhac	2006 Pauillac
Silver Oak	2005 Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Obelisco Estate	2008 Electrum Cabernet Sauvignon
Darighe	2004 Proprietor's Blend Columbia Valley Red Wine


	DOORS Wine Package #1 generously donated by:

	Jim Kraft, DOORS Co-Chair & STG Board Chair Gigi White, STG CenterStage Council member Jan Block, STG Board President Greg Mollner, STG Board Secretary Josh LaBelle, STG Executive Director Janie Hendrix, STG CenterStage Council member Bob Seda, STG Board member Rick Holley, CEO, Plum Creek Bob Seda, STG Board member Becky Bogard, STG Board member Sally Andrews, STG Board member Fred Wilds, STG CenterStage Council member Paul Pradel, STG CenterStage Council member

DOORS IS SOLD OUT!

2011-04-07T14:46:00.001-07:00

Thanks to all of you, DOORS is officially sold out!!!
480 seats & 480 guests. Thank you one and all!

SILENT AUCTION ITEM #27: LULY YANG COUTURE DRESS

2011-04-06T23:53:00.000-07:00

Enjoy a personalized couture experience at Luly Yang Couture, with this gift certificate of $2500. Luly Yang’s Couture and Bridal Studio-boutique is known for its exquisite one-of-a-kind creations, and luxury experience. You can choose from Luly Yang’s current collections, and have something created just for your measurements, or work with the designer to create something completely original for your next special occasion. Please
allow 5 months for creation of your special garment. This gift certificate may be used towards only one Luly Yang Couture gown, and may not be applied toward additional items if the gown’s value falls below $2500.
http://www.lulyyang.com/

Donor: Luly Yang
FMV: $2500

SOME THINGS ARE TOP SECRET

2011-04-05T08:38:00.000-07:00

Yes, we have confirmed another major artist. We will not be announcing this artist on our blog or in any public space.

You can call us directly and we'll tell you:

Kate Becker, Director of Development: 206.812.3307
Aaron Semer, Annual Fund Manager: 206.467.5510 x1117

SILENT AUCTION ITEM #3: DINNER TOUR FOR FOUR OF TOM DOUGLAS' NEW RESTAURANTS

2011-04-04T22:22:00.000-07:00

STG's partner Tom Douglas has generously donated dinner for four at each of his four new restaurants: Seatown, Ting Momo, Bravehorse Tavern and Cuoco

Seatown: http://tomdouglas.com/index.php/restaurants/seatown

Ting Momo: http://tingmomo.com/

Bravehorse Tavern: http://bravehorsetavern.com/

Cuoco: http://cuoco-seattle.com/

FMV: $800 (valid for up to $200 in each of Tom's four new restaurants)

DOORS PROGRAM AVAILABLE NOW

2011-04-04T20:13:00.000-07:00

The DOORS program is off at the printers right now. We are mailing an electronic version of it off to all of our DOORS guests this evening. If you do not receive a copy by morning, please email one of us and we'll get it right off to you:

Kate Becker, Director of Development: kateb@stgpresents.org
Aaron Semer, Annual Fund Manager: aarons@stgpresents.org

We had our last DOORS planning meeting today. The team that has worked on this event is top notch. We are all really excited for you to join us on Friday night. It's going to be superb evening:)

DOORS ONLINE TICKET SALES ARE SHUT DOWN NOW

2011-04-04T16:14:00.000-07:00

We have just shut down online ticket sales to DOORS. If you have additional guests you'd like to register, we still have a few seats left. Please call Aaron Semer directly at 206.467.5510 x1117.

Thank you all.

Silent Auction Item #25 - INAUGURAL NEPTUNE PACKAGE

2011-04-03T14:15:00.000-07:00

Come check out our newest theatre – The Neptune! Located in the University District, the Neptune will open in early May 2011. It is currently being transformed from a movie house to a performing arts venue. Come spend two days with our neighbors and see some of the first shows at the Neptune Theatre. This package includes tickets for two to any two shows at the Neptune Theatre (4 tickets total) with wonderful accommodations in a junior suite at the historic Hotel Deca just across the street. (Hotel must be two consecutive nights. Concerts do not have to be consecutive.) The District Lounge at the Hotel Deca has generously donated a gift certificate in the amount of $100 to the lucky winner of this item.

Hotel Deca: http://www.hoteldeca.com/

The District Lounge: http://www.thedistrictseattle.com/

The Neptune Theater: http://www.stgpresents.org/neptune/

Fair Market Value: $1154

Silent Auction Item #39 - THE PARAMOUNT THEATRE ARCHITECTURAL DRAWING

2011-04-02T20:28:00.000-07:00

This rare architectural drawing of The Paramount is one of only a few that exist. Created when The Paramount was restored in 1994, this is a must have for any Paramount enthusiast. Architect: Geoff Lundquist

Donated by Seattle Custom Framing
Fair Market Value: $250

Silent Auction Item #22 - YES & STYX VIP CONCERT EXPERIENCE

2011-04-02T20:14:00.000-07:00

This is your chance to get backstage and meet YES and Styx! This very special package includes 4 reserved seat tickets and backstage VIP passes to the YES and Styx concert on Friday, July 29th at Chateau St. Michelle Winery in Woodinville, WA. Signed YES items and memorabilia included!

Generously donated by YES and Alan & Gigi White, Co-Chairs of DOORS 2011 and CenterStage Council Members at STG

Silent Auction Item #8: LONDON BRIDGE RECORDING STUDIO

2011-04-01T23:45:00.000-07:00

Two Day Recording Session at London Bridge Recording Studio

Two 8-hour days of studio time with an engineer at the notorious
London Bridge Studio,a major recording studio that has hosted
and recorded many influential artists, producers and engineers for
20 years. Notable artists from their roster includeSoundgarden,
Pearl Jam, Alice in Chains, Mother Love Bone, Blind Melon, Candlebox,
Unwritten Law, 3 Doors Down, Melissa Etheridge, Blake Lewis, MXPX
and many more.

Thank you London Bridge for supporting STG and DOORS!

Fair Market Value: $1500

ONLY ONE LIVE AUCTION ITEM

2011-03-31T20:30:00.000-07:00

THE GOLDEN TICKETS!!!
For the very first time, STG is offering two GOLDEN TICKETS, exclusively available at DOORS. These two golden tickets will grant you access to every STG show at the Paramount, Moore and Neptune Theatres now through 4/15/2012.

Restrictions include:
- Non-transferrable - the buyer (or one of the two buyers) must be here in person; the second person may be a guest.
- Only applicable to shows at The Paramount, Moore & Neptune Theatres
- Minimum 60-minute notice prior to start of show must be given to Mason Sherry, Theatre Manager, via cell phone call.
- STG guarantees access only. We will make our best effort to grant seats, but this may be standing room from
time to time at sold out shows.

New Major Artist Added

2011-03-29T14:14:00.000-07:00

Another major artist has been added to the DOORS lineup. We are not printing this artist's name anywhere but you are welcome to call us directly about this:
Kate Becker 206.467.5510 x1148
Aaron Semer 206.467.5510 x1117

Oh happy day!

Silent Auction Item #5

2011-03-28T22:55:00.000-07:00

Catered Dinner For Six In Your Home

Il Fornaio’s Chef-Partner Franz Junga will cater a private dinner for six in your home. Chef Franz has been with the award-winning Italian restaurant for over 16 years. To complement this wonderful dinner, wine will be provided by Icicle Ridge Winery, one of the most unique wineries in the Pacific Northwest. Located in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains near Leavenworth, Washington, Icicle Ridge Winery produces hand-crafted, award winning wines. Wines paired and poured by winemaker Don Wood in your home.

Donated by Il Fornaio and Icicle Ridge Winery

Available at the DOORS Silent Auction on 4.8.11

Brandi Carlile at DOORS

2011-03-26T22:40:00.000-07:00

We sure are feeling lucky to announce that Brandi Carlile will be performing at DOORS in 13 days!
You are all in for a very special treat. Thank you Brandi.

The Tom Douglas Menu for DOORS

2011-03-25T14:03:00.000-07:00

Here it is DOORS people!

TRAY PASSED APPETIZERS
Gulf Shrimp Gougers
Chanterelle and Taleggio Toasties
Roasted Grape, Honey Truffle, Chevre, House Made Oat Cracker

STARTERS
Marinated Washington Asparagus, Calabrian Peppers, Parmesan
Spring Beets, Pickled Red Onions, Chervil, EVO
Herbed and Citrus Olives, Spiced Almonds
Escarole Celery Salad, Creamy Caraway, Lemon Dressing, Feta

ENTREES
Apple Wood Grilled New York Steak,
Leek and Potato Gratin,
Caramelized Mushrooms,
Green Beans
Vegetarian Option
Spring Vegetable Succotash, Eggplant Panini

DESSERTS
Tom's Triple Coconut Cream Pie Bites
Citrus Cheesecake with Rhubarb Jam
Mini Chocolate Cupcakes

We had the good fortune to sample all of this at a DOORS tasting at the Palace Kitchen recently. I assure you it's all absolutely scrumptious.

Sasquatch! Package

2011-03-24T14:07:00.000-07:00

Here is one of 40 awesome items that will be available at the DOORS Silent Auction:

Two tickets to the sold-out 4-day 2011 Sasquatch! Music Festival at the Gorge Amphitheater in George, WA May 27th-30th. Camping for four nights is included. Over the years Sasquatch! Music Festival has evolved from a unique, homegrown, and laid back festival into a full blown four day extravaganza, complete with canyons, sunsets, multiple stages, and more. This year’s lineup includes Foo Fighters, Death Cab For Cutie, Modest Mouse, Wilco, The Flaming Lips, The Decemberists, Bright Eyes, Iron & Wine, Rodrigo y Gabriela, Bassnectar, Death From Above 1979, Robyn, Flogging Molly, Pink Martini, Cold War Kids, and more!

Alvin Ailey Residency this week

2011-03-24T00:40:00.000-07:00

Your support of DOORS contributes to all of STG's work throughout the year, especially our Education and Community programs, many of which are produced in collaboration with the artists who grace our stages.
This weekend, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater celebrates the 5oth Anniversary of "Revelations", Ailey's most notorious work. Some Ailey company members are here early this week to do a residency with
200 local students from Denny International Middle School, South Shore PK-8, and Aki Kurose Middle School, in an innovative curriculum-based workshop: REVELATIONS RESIDENCY.

Here's a link to our main STG blog with more information on this extraordinary program:

http://stgpresents.blogspot.com/2011/03/ailey-in-local-schools.html

Thank you for supporting important community work.

Connors & Co. - Seattle Cigar Expo

2011-03-22T12:48:00.000-07:00

For the third year in a row, we are fortunate to have Connors and Co. producing DOORS with us. Gloria Connors and her talented team of Rachel Willner and Tracie Loo bring oodles of creativity and expertise to the DOORS production process. Here's a link to Gloria's company:

http://www.connorsandco.com/

She is also launching a new event this year in August: The Seattle Cigar Expo.

Not only does Gloria produce DOORS with us, The Seattle Cigar Expo is sponsoring DOORS this year. Thanks for your support ladies!

Oh the surprises we have in store for you!

2011-03-20T00:08:00.000-07:00

Remember how fun last year's DOORS was? This year's going to be even better!

Only 6 tables left!

2011-03-19T09:39:00.001-07:00

There are only 6 tables (60 seats) left at DOORS! If you haven't reserved your tickets, please call or email Aaron: 206.467.5510 x1117 or aarons@stgpresents.org

Oh so very delicious. Thank you Tom Douglas

2011-03-17T20:57:00.001-07:00

Today the DOORS team had the sheer pleasure of tasting every dish that will be on the tables at DOORS. Tom and Alexis did an awesome job of creating the perfect meal. Every morsel was delicious. Thank you Tom Douglas Catering for catering DOORS for the third year. We are so happy to have you as our partner.

Photos of:
~ Apple Wood Grilled New York Steak, Leek and Potato Gratin with Caramelized Mushrooms

~ Spring Beets with Pickled Onions and Chevre

~ Citrus Cheesecake with Rhubarb Jam. I am not exaggerating when I tell you that I think this cheesecake was the best cheesecake I've ever put in my mouth.

Luly Yang Couture!!

2011-03-16T16:47:00.000-07:00

Hello DOORS people,
Here's another really special DOORS Silent Auction item:

Luly Yang has generously donated a personalized couture experience. You can choose from Luly Yang's current collections or have something created especially for you. (Fair Market Value: $2500)

Find this exquisite item at DOORS on 4.8.11.

DOORS Flurry

2011-03-15T23:40:00.000-07:00

It's a DOORS flurry! We get great news virtually every hour now. So many fun things are underway. There are only seven tables left for DOORS and the Silent Auction is coming together beautifully. We will start updating this blog much more regularly with DOORS news as we head toward April 8th.

Today's DOORS Silent Auction newsflash: thank you Live Nation for your generous donation of a VIP package for two to any show at the Gorge this summer (except Sasquatch). Someone's going to have a great summer night at one of the most beautiful outdoor venues in the country.

Breaking Artist News!!

2011-03-11T20:07:00.001-08:00

We're thrilled to tell you that Brandi Carlile has just confirmed to perform a song at DOORS!!
Get your tickets now. There's only 78 seats left in the room on 4.8.11.

2011-02-28T22:09:00.000-08:00

Some really amazing donations are coming in for the DOORS Silent Auction. This year, we will have 40 silent auction items and 10 collectible posters on stage for the cocktail hour. We are curating these items now and will start to tell you about them soon. Stay tuned! The DOORS blog is about to get hot.

33 tables sold!

2011-02-23T11:32:00.000-08:00

Invitations have gone out, and we're filling up--make sure to turn in your RSVP cards ASAP!

Sneak Peak: Poster Madness!

2011-02-18T13:26:00.000-08:00

Poster collectors, these are the items you need to pay attention to! We have some amazing posters up for auction this year, SIGNED BY THE ARTISTS! Here's just a few of what will be available, including this year's Grammy winner for Album of the Year, Arcade Fire!!

(Anyone else notice the "DWIGHT" acrostic poem at the top of the Rainn Wilson poster? Classic)

Thank You Tom and Team!!

2011-02-18T10:08:00.000-08:00

30 tables have been sold! Reserve yours today. Invitations arrive at peoples’ homes next week and we’re anticipating a wave of enthusiastic interest in DOORS.

And for good reason: today we met with Catering Director Alexis at Tom Douglas Catering and we will be excited to reveal the menu closer to April 8th.

For the third year in a row, we are thrilled to partner with Tom and his amazing team to ensure that our DOORS guests have a deliciously memorable meal while enjoying an incredible show.

Thank you Tom Douglas, Alexis, Daniela and everyone on the TDC team!

Rollin' Out the...Floor

2011-02-10T09:59:00.000-08:00

Watch this awesome video of our floor conversion! (Did you know we could flatten the floor??)

What could be more fun than intimate perfomances and dinner at the Paramount?

Before and after

Invites are here!

2011-02-09T13:21:00.000-08:00

Last year's DOORS sold out! 23 tables (out of 48) have been sold before invitations have even been mailed. Reserve your table now by calling Aaron at 206-467-5510 x 1117.

DOORS 2011

2011-02-03T14:17:00.001-08:00

Welcome to the DOORS Blog, your one-stop resource for the 2011 event! Keep checking back for updates leading up to April 8th. Here are some photos from last year's DOORS to get you revved up for this year.

DISNEY'S MARY POPPINS AT DOORS

2010-04-05T16:47:00.000-07:00

What would DOORS be without a little Broadway? We are very happy to announce that two actors from the New York cast of Disney's Mary Poppins - Catherine Walker and Mark Ledbetter - will be performing songs from the show at DOORS.

www.catherinewalker.biz

www.markledbetter.com

A huge thanks goes out to Disney, Mary Poppins, and Broadway for their generous and consistent support for STG and DOORS.

Zakir Hussain on CNN

2010-03-24T15:12:00.000-07:00

CNN's Colleen McEdwards talks to musician Zakir Hussain as he demonstrates how to play the tabla.

http://www.cnn.com/video/#/video/showbiz/2010/03/20/zakir.hussain.tabla.mcedwards.cnn

We're so excited to have Zakir at DOORS!

DOORS menu sampling at The Palace with Tom Douglas

2010-03-24T14:50:00.000-07:00

Last Friday, we had the pleasure of tasting what Tom Douglas has in store for DOORS 2010. Tom and Alexis Berry served up some amazing food for the DOORS team, including bacon and crab biscuits, short ribs, roasted cauliflower, and eclairs so good they almost made a couple of us cry. We don't want to give the whole menu away just yet, but suffice it to say, you will be wowed.

This is a rough idea of what the tables will look like on April 24th.

Debra Heesch of STG, Tom, and Alexis

Tom explains his vision to Kate Becker of STG.

NEW ARTISTS ADDED

2010-03-18T12:23:00.000-07:00

We have very exciting news about the entertainment at DOORS!

Just added:
Seattle legends, The Presidents of the United States of America.
www.presidentsrock.com

Revered jazz guitarist Bill Frisell.
www.billfrisell.com

Indian tabla virtuoso Zakir Hussain.
www.momentrecords.com/zakir.html

These three - combined with DBR, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, David Crowe, and performers from STG's education programs - are going to make for an unforgettable evening. Plus, we are still adding more! Keep checking the blog for updates.

DOORS Emcee: David Crowe

2010-03-08T13:50:00.001-08:00

This year, we've added laughs to the program.

We are thrilled to announce that long time STG supporter and local celebrity comedian, David Crowe, has joined DOORS 2010 as our emcee. David has hosted the annual Laugh Lover’s Ball for the past 15 years and we are very excited to have him grace our stage once again.

More information on David Crow here: http://www.davidcrowe.com/

Confirmed for 2010 - so far

2010-02-05T10:59:00.000-08:00

Artists confirmed for DOORS 2010:
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
Daniel Bernard Roumain (DBR)
The EriAm Sisters

Jan Block and Greg Mollner, our amazing and committed founding co-chairs, have returned to co-chair DOORS this year. Jan and Greg will be giving up sleep and free time for the next 3 months, for the 2nd year in a row, in order to bring you the best event possible. We cannot thank them enough for their unwavering support and commitment to STG and DOORS.

Stay tuned for many more exciting additions.

Welcome to the DOORS Blog!

2010-02-04T17:47:00.001-08:00

This will be your resource for up-to-date artist additions and all things DOORS 2010 up until the day of the event, April 24th. Please enjoy some images from last year's inaugural DOORS, and check back often to find out what we have in store for 2010.

Daniel Bernard Roumain (DBR)

Cruz Control (DANCE This)

Siya Manyakanaka

The EriAm Sisters (More Music @ The Moore)

Savion Glover and STG Director Josh LaBelle