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TACA Masquerade

Step into an unforgettable evening of secrets, stories, and support for the arts at the iconic Bomb Factory. Experience dazzling live pop-up and mainstage performances by Avant Chamber Ballet, kNOwBOX dance, Shakespeare Dallas, the Rosana Eckert Jazz Quartet, and The Dallas Opera.

Be enchanted by immersive LED and projection-mapped visuals created by Joel Olivas, transforming the venue into a living work of art. Then prepare to be dazzled by one-of-a-kind masques designed by nine local arts organizations — stunning wearable creations worn by those who bid to win them in the evening’s grand “Behind the Masque” parade.

Savor signature cocktails and elevated food stations as you mingle, celebrate, and raise vital support for the arts in North Texas.

This is more than a masquerade — it’s a spectacular celebration of creativity, community, and imagination.

Dress: Semi-formal attire with masques encouraged — express your style and embrace the spirit of the evening.

Saturday, November 22, 2025

7:00 p.m.

The Bomb Factory

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2025 Masquerade Chairs

Purvi and Bill Albers

Purvi and Bill Albers are dedicated civic and arts advocates in Dallas. Purvi is a nationally recognized intellectual property attorney and partner at Haynes and Boone, LLP, serving on the boards of both TACA and the National Symphony Orchestra. Bill is the Owner and Chairman of American Excelsior Company and brings decades of leadership in business and community investment. Together, they are passionate supporters of the arts and committed to strengthening the arts community in North Texas.

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2025 Masquerade 

Host Committee

Mark Agnew
Anu and Arun Agrawal

Cheryl Alston
Jennifer and Peter Altabef
Tamara Baggett-Luna and Alfredo Luna
Calvert and Vince Bratton
Diane and Hal Brierley
Kenneth Broughton and Kiren Henry
Grace Cook
Mary Cook
Sarah Cotton Nelson
Marlena and Brent English
Kristy and Raymond Faus
Marion Flores 

Jennifer Fordham Blanco
Sakina and Brian Foster
Marena and Roger Gault
Belinda Hancock
Christina Jafar
Melinda and Jim Johnson
Sheilon King
Gabrielle Kurlander and Chris Street
Tara Lewis and John Swords
Carol and Kevin March
Lynn McBee
Sonja McGill
Deborah McMurray and Glen Davison
Amy and Michael Meadows

Vee and Mike Montgomery
Jeff Netzer
Kate and Keith Newman
Deborah and Jim Nugent
Karol and Larry Omlor

Ann Marie Painter
Kelly Perez
Pat Porter
Andy Smith and Paul von Wupperfeld
Whitney and Rob Strauss
Kristina and Rob Swift
Jill Tananbaum
Donna Wilhelm
Sharon and Michael Young

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Sponsors

Phantom Sponsor

The Eugene McDermott Foundation

Grand Masque Sponsor

March Family Foundation

Velvet Masque Sponsor

Kristy and Raymond Faus
Haynes and Boone, LLP

Silk + Smoke Sponsor

Melinda & Jim Johnson
Donna Wilhelm Family Fund

Harlequin Sponsors

FGF Catering Dallas
Deborah McMurray and Glen Davison
Kate and Keith Newman
Texas Counter Fitters

Mystere Sponsors

Jennifer and Peter Altabef
Hancock Whitney
Gabrielle Kurlander and Chris Street
Tara Lewis and John Swords
Jeff Netzer
Deborah and Jim Nugent
Reed Smith
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Media Sponsors