Plans are underway for a premiere gala event, “An Evening to Remember” which will benefit the programs and services of Alzheimer’s Community Care.  The event at the new Caldwell Theatre in Boca Raton is scheduled for Saturday, October 18, 2008, and will include a lavish dinner-by-the-bite reception and performance by the highly acclaimed Symphony of the Americas.  Led by Maestro James Brooks-Bruzzese, the 55-piece orchestra will present a program of classical works and Broadway hits.  The evening’s many firsts include the inaugural presentation of the Symphony in Boca Raton, the debut presentation of an orchestra of such magnitude at the Caldwell Theatre and, it also marks the first fundraising event for Alzheimer’s Community Care in Boca Raton. 

 

An additional highlight of the program will be performances by Rebecca Simon and Trent Blanton.  The accomplished duo, members of the Actor’s Equity Association, have appeared on Broadway in Bye, Bye Birdie and Fiddler on the Roof, and boast a list of notable TV and film credits.  Both teach music theater techniques, acting and voice at FAU.

 

The Honorary Gala Chair is Mrs. Madelyn Savarick, a highly respected philanthropist and long-time supporter of the arts.  “I am thrilled that the Symphony will be showcased at the beautiful Caldwell and that this marvelous evening will benefit such a worthy organization,” said Mrs. Savarick.  Added Mr. Jim Longfield, Vice President of Development of Alzheimer’s Community Care, “We are fortunate to present such an exceptional program and we are indebted to Ms. Savarick for her inspiration,
 generosity and leadership.”

 

Alzheimer’s Community Care is a 501(c)(3) community-based, United Way agency, that for more than 12 years, has been offering specialized care to more than 68,000 patients and caregivers in Palm Beach, Martin and St. Lucie counties. Sponsorship opportunities and tickets are available for “An Evening to Remember.” 
For more information, please call (561) 683-2700 or visit www.alzcare.org