SILENT AUCTION ITEMS
This year's Red Carpet Experience is on Sunday, February 22, 2015.
Join us for an evening of elegance as we celebrate an amazing body of cinematic work.
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• PRIVATE DINNER WITH THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR IN NEWPORT
Enjoy a private gourmet meal for two with Executive Director, George T. Marshall at his home in Newport. Prepared by George and his partner, Lawrence Andrade, this evening will be a summer barbeque prior to the summer's Festival. Relaxed, intimate and a chance to get a behind-the-scenes look at how the Festival is created. Includes Passes to RIIFF's Opening Night Gala.
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• Trinity Repertory Theatre Production
Two tickets to see a new play at the Tony-award winning Trinity Repertory Theatre in downtown Providence . Enjoy a gift certificate for some preshow cocktails.
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• Rhode Island International Film Festival
FLICKERS invites you and a friend to our 19th Annual festival this August! Receive two FLICKERS Passes, which offer admission to all screenings and networking parties. Discover next year's Oscar® nominees and the next stars of the industry. Opening Night this year will be at PPAC!
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• Ted Williams Framed Autographed Baseball and Plaque
Williams played his entire 19 year Major League Baseball career as the left fielder for the Boston Red Sox (1939–1942 and 1946–1960). Nicknamed "The Kid", "The Splendid Splinter", "Teddy Ballgame", "The Thumper" and "The Greatest Hitter Who Ever Lived", Williams is regarded as one of the greatest hitters in baseball history. He was a two time American League Most Valuable Player , six time batting champion, 17 time All Star, and a two time Triple Crown winner. He finished his career with a .344 batting average , 521 home runs, and a .482 on base percentage, the highest of all time. His batting average is the highest of any MLB player with 302 or more home runs. Williams was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1966 in his first year of eligibility.
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• The Providence Performing Arts Center is the restored jewelbox of a theatre that has now become the home for major new shows bound for Broadway, or touring the country. Enjoy two tickets to see a major new production at PPAC for an evening you will not forget.
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• Tom Brady Signed Autograph Jersey
Brady is fifth on the all time list for career passing yards and fifth for career touchdown
passes . His career postseason record is 21–8; his playoff win total is the most in NFL
history. Brady has won three Super Bowl MVP awards, two league MVP awards, has been
selected to ten Pro Bowls , and has led the Patriots to more division titles than any other
quarterback in NFL history, with twelve. He has played his entire 14 year career with the
Patriots and they have earned six trips to the Super Bowl with him, winning four, including
their most recent Championship coming earlier this month.
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• A yearly Membership to the Alliance Francaise Providence which includes discounted or free admission to cultural programs and cinema nights, and member discounts for language study in French or Spanish for adults, teens, or children. |
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• The International Tennis Hall of Fame is a non-profit institution dedicated to preserving the history of tennis, inspiring and encouraging junior tennis development, enshrining tennis heroes and heroines and providing a landmark for tennis enthusiasts worldwide. Enjoy two passes to the 2015 Hall of Fame Tennis Championships.
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• The Preservation Society of Newport County is a non-profit organization whose mission is to protect, preserve, and present an exceptional collection of house museums and landscapes in one of the most historically intact cities in America. Enjoy tickets to Society properties and discover the best of the area's architectural, decorative arts, landscape and social history.
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• Family Package - 5 Admission Passes to Providence Children's Museum
With its reopening in 1997 the Museum tripled its physical space and audience numbers. Over one million people have visited the Museum since its relocation in 1997. Its commitment to serving children has led to partnerships with Head Start , RI Department of Children, Youth and Families , and community centers and schools throughout the state. The Museum has become an integral part of Rhode Island life, a place where children are nurtured and celebrated.
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• Escape your everyday stress and tension with an unforgettable Massage Therapy by Niko Stamatakos, two one-hour sessions are available at this year's silent auction. Niko is a specialist in deep tissue, neuro-muscular, and reiki therapies. He is also a physical trainer. |
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• Five course meal for two at Gracie's Restaurant in Providence. About the Resturant: At Gracie’s the mission is simple – enhance and educate the palate with the freshest ingredients and flavors. Guests take center stage too with a philosophy focused on surprising and exciting through personal care and service. The Gracie's team is motivated by a central goal – making sure each dining experience is memorable.
With an eye toward sourcing the freshest ingredients, they change their menu seasonally to reflect the flavors found at each time of the year. And, Gracie's looks to local farms and purveyors, and even has its own roof-top garden, to reap the best each season has to offer. Four Diamond Award winner by AAA.
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• The Vets holds a unique place in the cultural life of Rhode Island as a performance venue for legendary artists, local performers and community traditions. The theater celebrates flawless acoustics, a breathtaking proscenium stage and exquisite interior with a one-of-a-kind ceiling featuring the shields of Rhode Island’s original 39 communities. Veterans Memorial Auditorium is also home RIIFF, to the Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra, Festival Ballet Providence and the Providence Singers. Over the year’s scores of legendary performers have illuminated The Vets grand stage, including such classical and contemporary greats as Pavarotti, Nureyev and Tony Bennett. Enjoy two tickets to an upcoming production at historic Vets.
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• Theatre-By-the-Sea (also known as Theater by the Sea) is an historic theater and playhouse at Card Ponds Road in South Kingstown, Rhode Island. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1980. Since its founding in 1933, many famous "golden era" stars have played TBTS including Marlon Brando, Carol Channing, Groucho Marx, Tallulah Bankhead, Mae West, Judy Holiday, Shelley Winters, and many others. Enjoy Tickets for two to a memorable performance at Theatre-by-the-Sea.
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• SUMMER ADVENTURE
Couples Trip - 1 night stay at Viking Hotel Newport, Day Sail for 2 in Newport, 2 Ferry Passes to Block Island
The Hotel Viking opened to an awestruck public in May 1926. As a member of the prestigious Historic Hotels of America, our hotel in Newport holds a special place in history. From the clock above the Front Desk depicting ancient Nordic Runes to the original 1926 brass letter box in the Lobby, the hotel offers a wonderful combination of style, comfort and modern amenities. Brimming with stories of famous dignitaries and celebrities, the Hotel Viking has offered gracious hospitality for over 80 years.
Homeported in Newport, RI, the "Sailing Capital of the World", a sailing cruise aboard
Adirondack II is the experience of a lifetime. On a typical sail cruise or charter, guests will see Newport's stately bayside mansions, a 19th Century military fort and beautiful old lighthouses. The sweeping vistas of Newport and Jamestown will provide the perfect
backdrop for your sailing cruise or charter.
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• Eleven Forty Nine Restaurant in Warwick offers contemporary American cuisine in an upscale casual atmosphere for Lunch, Dinner, and Brunch dining. Their highly trained staff takes pride in providing customers with a great experience through their exquisite attention to detail, superior food quality, and a comfortable ambiance. Eleven Forty Nine Restaurant has received tremendous support and recognition from local diners. They have been awarded by RI Monthly and their readers Best Brunch, Best Lunch, Best Place for Live Entertainment, Best New Restaurant, Best Neighborhood Bar, and Best Kids Meal. Eleven Forty Nine is a full-service metropolitan restaurant set in a hip, suburban location. Enjoy a full Brunch for Two at the 1149 Restaurant.
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DISCOVER BOSTON IN THREE ACTS
Boston Theater and City Tour
2 Tickets to ArtsEmerson, 2 Tickets to Huntington Theater, 2 tickets to Duck Tours
ACT ONE:
At ArtsEmerson we see our work in service of the college, the public and the art form,
prioritizing community engagement with our Boston neighbors, creating a national dialogue, sharing fieldwide learning and developing curricular engagement that connect students with our work. We operate from the assumption that the arts belong to everyone. Every decision we make, every new programming choice and operational strategy, emerges from that conviction
ACT TWO:
The fun begins as soon as you board your "DUCK", a W.W.II style amphibious landing
vehicle. First, you'll be greeted by one of our legendary tour ConDUCKtors®, who'll be
narrating your sightseeing tour of Boston. Then you're off on a journey like you've never had before.
ACT THREE:
Recipient of the 2013 Regional Theatre Tony Award and Boston magazine's 2013 Best of
Boston award, the Huntington Theatre Company is Boston's leading professional theatre and one of the region's premiere cultural assets. he Huntington brings together worldclass theatre artists from Boston, Broadway, and beyond with the most promising new talent to create eclectic seasons of exciting new works and classics made current. A national leader in the development of new plays, the Huntington has produced more than 100 New England, American, or world premiere to date.
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• Each year, the Festival teams up with the RI Historical Society to present walking tours to visiting filmmakers and friends of the Festival. In August we present a Providence Backlot Tour o and later in the month, on his birthday, an HP Lovecraft Walking Tour. In October, during the Horror Guest, we repeat the Lovecraft Tour. This year, offer both tours, which include film screenings, and Festival 6-Pack. What a great way to meet filmmakers, get behind the scenes of the Festival and learn about the capital city of Providence.
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• Three exquisite pieces: Framed and signed photographs by award-winning local artist and friend of the Festival, Carol Conley.
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• Two Signed photographs by Academy-Award nominated actor Mark Ruffalo. His most recent film, "Infinitely Polar Bear," which was shot in Rhode Island (and at the Bell Street Chapel, one of our long-term venues), had its World Premiere at the Sundance Festival. The film is set for distribution by Sony. Mark is currently in London shooting the next "Avengers" film.
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• Signed theatrical poster for Disney's "Frozen."
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• Signed theatrical poster for Disney's "Wreck it Ralph." |
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• "Loony Tunes" Road Runner and Wile E. Coyote Original Animation Cell signed by Chuck Jones
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• Signed 8' x 10" Photograph of actor, Michael Caine.
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• "Lawrence of Arabia" - Cast by 3, Movie Poster. Autographed by: Peter O'Toole, Omar Sharif and Anthony Quinn
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• "E.T." - Cast by 7 Movie Poster. Autographed by: Dee Wallace, Peter Coyote, Henry Thomas, Drew Barrymore, Robert MacNaughton, Steven Spielberg and John Williams
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• Sylvester Stallone ("Rocky") Boxing Glove
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• "Breaking Bad" Cast by 9, Autographed by; Bryan Cranston, Anna Gunn, Aaron Paul, Dean Norris, Betsy Brandt, RJ Mitte, Bob Odenkirk, Jonathan Banks and Giancarlo Esposito
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• Genie from "Aladdin" Hand-Painted Animation Cel. Autographed by: Robin Williams
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DISCOVER RHODE ISLAND THEATRE
2 Tickets to Theater by the Sea, 2 Tickets to
Gamm Theatre
ACT ONE:
Theater by the Sea is an historic theater and playhouse at Card Ponds Road in South
Kingstown, Rhode Island. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1980.
Since its founding in 1933, many famous "golden era" stars have played TBTS including
Marlon Brando, Carol Channing, Groucho Marx, Tallulah Bankhead, Mae West, Judy
Holiday, Shelley Winters, and many others. Enjoy Tickets for two to a memorable
performance at Theatre by the Sea.
ACT TWO:
The Gamm Theatre creates the finest of live theater, engaging the audience intensely in
current and recurrent issues of consequence. The Gamm further serves the public with
educational outreach programming designed to support the theatrical experience, and help
sustain and enhance the intellectual and cultural life of the community. The Gamm is a
member of New England Area Theatre (NEAT), a bargaining unit of the Actors Equity
Association.
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Signed 8" x 10" photograph of actor Jeremy Irons. |
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Brian Cranston's Feature Film Directorial Debut, "Last Chance." Med. sized poster signed by Brian Cranston. |
ABOUT The Red Carpet Experience: Providence:
Formerly known as "Oscar Night® America," The Red Carpet Experience: Providence Party will raise vital funds to enable the Rhode Island International Film Festival to further its educational and arts outreach efforts and underwrite RIIFF’s August 2015 season, our 19th year!
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ABOUT FLICKERS: RHODE ISLAND INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL:
The FLICKERS: Rhode Island International Film Festival (RIIFF) has secured its place in the global community as the portal for the best in international independent cinema, earning the respect of domestic and foreign filmmakers, filmgoers and trend watchers. This confluence of art and commerce brought together world-class celebrities, award-winning filmmakers, new talent and audience members in record numbers last year. Ranked as one of the top 10 festivals in the United States, RIIFF is one of 19 festivals worldwide that qualifies short films and short documentaries for the Academy Award through its partnership with the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts & Sciences.
For more information about the FLICKERS: Rhode Island International Film Festival, running Aug. 4-9, 2015 at The Vets (formerly Veterans Memorial Auditorium).
For our special student or group rates, please call our office at 401.861.4445
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Event Sponsors:
Special Thanks to
Steven Feinberg, RI Film & Television Office
Carol Conley, RI Film & Television Office
Judy Shoemaker, WLNE ABC6
Doreen Scanlon & Mark Curtis, WLNE ABC6
Ellen Loconto, Just Ellen's Catering & Event Planning
Dean Mistretta, Decadent Catering
Quality Rental
The 1149 Restaurant
Adirondack II Sail Newport
Lawrence J. Andrade
ArtsEmerson
The Block Island Ferry
Boston Duck Tours
The Boston Red Sox
The Boston Bruins
Andrew Burgess & RJ Scofield, musicians
Cabot Cheese
Carina & Dolce Specialty Cakes & Cookies
Carolyn's Sakonnet Vineyard
Caserta Pizzeria
Charity Grow
Alan Chille, Providence Performing Arts Center
Cox Business
Dave's Coffee Syrup
David Dipalma CPA
The Dean
DeLuca & Weizenbaum, Attiorney's at Law
Dominion Diagnostics
Ellie's Bakery
Empire Soda
Eric Latek
Glee Gum
Gracie's Providence
Granny Squibb's Iced Teas
Grey Sail Brewing Company
Hotel Viking Newport
The Huntington Theater
The International Tennis Hall of Fame
Johnson Brothers of Rhode Island
Narragansett Beer
Narragansett Creamery
The Olive Tap
Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC)
The Preservation Society of Newport County
The Providence Children's Museum
Duncan Putney
RISD Museum
Mark Ruffalo
RWU Film Production Club
The Sandra Feinstein GammTheatre
Dan Schwartz and Doreen Vitale, The Vets
Seaside Pharmacy
Seven Stars Bakery
Sin Bakery
The Sons of Liberty Distillery
Soucy Insurance
Niko Stamatakos - Massage by Niko
Styleweek Northeast
Sweenor Chocolates
The Theatre by the Sea
Trinity Repertory Company
Uber
Vanuatu Beyond Organic Coffee Roasters
Viking Tuxedo of Newport
WCRI Classical 95.9
Whiskey Republic
WSNE Radio
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