- February 18, 2025
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Umbreen Khalidi Maseed, Karen Bell and Eduardo Anaya
Photo by Lori SaxDavid and Christine Chabira, Erendira and Nik Wallenda, Aaron and Karen Foreman
Photo by Lori SaxAaron Watkins, Cherie Gorenstein and Karen Bell
Photo by Lori SaxJared Walker, Bernadette Cochran and Eric Berkel
Photo by Lori SaxDawn Spencer and Patrick Smith
Photo by Lori SaxTimothy Deev, Kepler Henry, Wilhelmina Nance, Dale Burgess, Iliana Tice, Renee Phinney and Glen Reith
Photo by Lori SaxChelsea and Kris Chana
Photo by Lori SaxMia Williams, Joselyn Spira, Mara Christiani and Sabriano Maldonado
Photo by Lori SaxDonna Koffman and Matt Snesavage
Photo by Lori SaxDavid Gubb and Ashley Klearman
Photo by Lori SaxKevin Gross, Susan Sainsbury and Pam and Duncan Goldie-Morrison
Photo by Lori SaxAnn Comeau and Joy Jones
Photo by Lori SaxSam Gomez and Bello Nock
Photo by Lori SaxWendy and Jerry Feinstein
Photo by Lori SaxJohnny Rocket, Ashely Gruter and Dulce Victal
Photo by Lori SaxSailor Circus Academy student superheroes with Spiderman
Photo by Lori SaxCat Woman Ulziibuyan Mergen performs for the crowd.
Photo by Lori SaxSuperman made an appearance at the Circus Arts Conservatory's gala Jan. 31.
Photo by LoriChris Allison as the Riddler
Photo by Lori SaxThe students of Circus Arts Conservatory perform for the crowd.
Photo by Lori SaxThe students of Circus Arts Conservatory perform for the crowd.
Photo by Lori SaxThe Circus Arts Conservatory's students perfom a finale.
Tables set for dinner and catered by Michaels On East
Photo by Lori SaxTavia and Bill Ames
Photo by Lori SaxJillian Titus ad Keleen Wood
Photo by Lori SaxGreg and Erica Budslick
Photo by Lori SaxChad Turnbull and Giovanna Barrios
Photo by Lori SaxTerri Snider, Kevin Schmitt, Gail Rodriguez and Angela Schmitt
Photo by Lori SaxCalvin Owen, Tami Lanham and Orlando Edward
Photo by Lori SaxAbby Lasky and Daniel Elrod
Photo by Lori SaxRichard Johnson, Gia Sammelman, Rick Kerby and Juls Veronneau
Photo by Lori SsxMelissa and Nate Leduc
Photo by Lori SaxCircus Arts Conservatory CEO Jennifer Mitchell and Olga Coronas
Photo by Lori SaxLinda Moxley and Monica Van Buskirk
Photo by Lori SaxSpiderman Pawel Walczewski and Cat Woman Ulziibuyan Mergen
Photo by Lori SaxBernie and Lauren Walsh
Photo by Lori SaxDale Burgess, Tracey Mccammack and Kepler Henry
Photo by Lori SaxJoseph and Michelle Caulkins and Circus Arts Conservatory Founder Pedro Reis
Photo by Lori SaxChris Allison as the Riddler, Kat Wingert and Jim Grimes
Photo by Lori SaxWith an assemblage of some 290 guests at The Big Top on Regatta Island at Nathan Benderson Park, the Circus Arts Conservatory’s annual gala welcomed guests dressed as superheroes in support of its mission Jan. 31.
The CAC’s newly appointed CEO and president, Jennifer Mitchell, beamed as she took the stage and addressed attendees while co-founder Pedro Reis adorned her with her own purple superhero cape.
Mitchell took the center ring after beginning her career 17 years ago as a marketing and public relations coordinator and rose through the ranks to executive vice president and chief operating officer. She said she feels well-prepared for her new leadership role and thanked everyone for unwavering support.
The night began with a cocktail hour as student performers and professional circus artists showed off their dazzling skills on lyres and stilts while others juggled. During the circus performance, audible gasps could be heard as performers impressed with talents — some twisting their bodies into unimaginable poses, performing on the silks and all showcasing their circus arts prowess.
After dinner, dancing was held in the center ring with a DJ and a creative photo booth.
With a mission to change lives, this annual event raises funds for the CAC’s youth circus programs, which help build confidence, creativity and discipline for participating kids.