The
Thunder Ball
benefiting
Fresh Arts
Saturday, February 25, 2023

We are excited to announce our 2023 gala theme: The THUNDER BALL!

On Saturday, February 25, 2023 from 8 pm to 12 am, Silver Street Studios will transform into an electric party den filled with 450+ secret agents, hair band rockers, and glamorous villains— are you ready? 

Save the date for February 25th and join event chairs Kimberly + James Bell, Kaleta Blaffer Johnson + John Domolky, Jennifer + Blake Perrin, and Karla Modesto + Sebastien “Mr. D” Boileau at one of the most notoriously lively events of the year. 

In true Fresh Arts form, the annual “Ball” combines an immersive atmosphere, over-the-top outfits, creative cocktails (shaken, not stirred!), delectable bites from local restaurants, and fantastic arts entertainment featuring exciting performances and a stellar silent art auction – showcasing 50+ of Houston’s most dynamic emerging and established artists. 

As a new Underwriter benefit, this year’s Ball will include a new VIP Red Carpet Experience from 7-8pm that you won’t want to miss!

Proceeds from the annual gala benefit Fresh Arts programs and operations raising key funding that strengthens our city’s arts community by championing the vibrant creatives who make it all possible. Your support of the THUNDER BALL funds career-building for local artists and connects them to new audiences through free and accessible exhibitions, public art, and performances that benefit the entire Houston community. 

THUNDER BALL CHAIRS:

Kimberly + James Bell

Kaleta Blaffer Johnson + John Domolky

Jennifer + Blake Perrin

Karla Modesto + Sebastien “Mr. D” Boileau

Thunder Ball Underwriting Opportunities

Kindly respond by December 15, 2022, to be recognized on the printed invitation and reserve your spot on the red carpet!

A limited amount of General Entry Pre-sale tickets available starting November 25th so mark your calendars!

Fresh Arts is a 501c3 nonprofit. Donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowable by law.

About Fresh Arts

For the past 20 years, Fresh Arts has empowered Houston artists and creatives of all disciplines through programs that build knowledge, amplify local resources, and connect communities. Our programs include fiscal sponsorship for artist-led projects, access to online resources via our Artist Opportunity Board, Artist Resource Library, Toolkits, and Podcast, career-building and mentorship support through our workshops and panel conversations, Artist INC seminar, Space Taking Artist Residency, and public art projects through our management of Arts District Houston.

PO Box 66494  Houston, TX 77266  |   angela@fresharts.org