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WINDY CITY TIMES
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Red Dress AIDS benefit April 21 at Joffrey
From a news release
2012-02-20
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Chicago Red Dress Party (CRDP) will be hosting its second annual event at the iconic Joffrey Ballet Studios on Saturday, April 21, 2012 from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. CRDP, produced by Equality Project and part of a national initiative, is an annual event dedicated to creating visibility for the HIV/AIDS movement and raising funds for organizations that provide vital community services. The color red is an international symbol of HIV/AIDS awareness. The only rule for the evening: all attendees must wear red! In addition, to honor the spirit of the "Red Dress," everyone is encouraged to attend wearing a red dress - even the (boldest) men are invited to join in on the fun. A prize will be awarded to the guest donning the most inspiring and innovative red dress. With a decadent red carpet reception, high-energy entertainment by Miss Foozie and a special guest appearance, the evening is sure to be one of the most dynamic and memorable events of the year!
As a part of a national initiative, Board President and Executive Producer Kyler Powell says he brought Red Dress Party to Chicago "to increase awareness of the HIV/AIDS movement through creating innovative social interactions." With his commitment to continuing the fight for equal protection under the law for all American citizens, Powell is one of Chicago's brightest up-and-coming civil rights activists. Currently, there are Red Dress Parties all over the United States, from Seattle, Washington to Birmingham, AL. Additional notable supporters include Chelsea Clinton and Deborah Cox.
As Chicago Red Dress Party's premier event of the season, don't miss the opportunity to support the organization. Tickets go on sale February 21, 2012, and prices start at $70 for General Admission and go up to $240 for VIP Exclusive. Guests are encouraged to purchase tickets well in advance, as prices increase as the event date approaches. General Admission, VIP, and VIP Exclusive levels are available. Online ticket sales close on April 20, 2012 at 10 p.m. Tickets will also be available at the door. Please see the schedule of events below.
Schedule of Events:
8:00 p.m.
VIP Red Carpet with Miss Foozie
9:00 p.m.
General Admission Entry
10:30 p.m.
Featured Musical Guest
11:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.
After Party
12:00 a.m.
Doors Close
Thus far, sponsors include Event Creative, Grey Goose and Service Is Us.
For more information and to make reservations, please visit chicagoreddressparty.org .
About Red Dress Party
The Red Dress Party is a national event dedicated to creating visibility for the HIV/AIDS movement and raising funds for organizations that provide vital community services. The color red is an international symbol of HIV/AIDS awareness, and the Red Dress Party builds on that concept by encouraging all attendees to attend the event adorned in a red dress. The Red Dress Party believes in the power of social interactions to change negative social constructs and eradicate prejudice and discrimination from society. Currently, there are Red Dress Parties all over the US from Seattle, Washington to Chicago, IL. More details can be found at chicagoreddressparty.org . Follow Chicago Red Dress Party on Twitter (@reddressparty) or like them on Facebook (Chicago Red Dress Party) for the latest events and information.
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