Sunday, April 23, 2006
Sunday, April 23, 2006 we once again put a spin on the humdrum fundraiser for our second annual fundraising event gourmetheatre II. This year's event is co-chaired by Helen Marchese Owen and Jane Guerra.
Guests will enjoyed a sumptuous cocktail reception catered by Paolo's, 71 St. Peter and Eulipia restaurants and a unique silent and live auction plus a presentation of awards that surprised our honorees for their contributions to American Musical Theatre of San Jose. After the reception, there was a suspenseful yet playful lottery to determine which of the top restaurants in the area hosted the evening with a decadently delightful chef's menu.
Sponsors
Committee Members
- Helen Marchese Owen, co-chair
- Jane Guerra, co-chair*
- Barbara Avery+
- Harold Bain+
- Fred Bjornstad+
- Nina Boyd+
- Don Brissenden*
- Tom Cain+
- Robert Christopher+
- Chris Citti+
- Patrick D'Angelo+
- Cindia De La Torre
- John Dennis*
- Frank Greene+
- Kathi Gwynn*
- Rasha Hasaneen*
- Kari Henrichsen
- Lou Rae Kagel+
- Kim Kay
- Keith Kobata+
- Maarten Koornwinder+
- Linda Lampros
- Stacey Liu
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- Jim P. Losch*
- Paul Lukas+
- Nancy Marino
- Michael Mastrocola+
- Scott A. Menard*
- Lynn Merritt
- J. Ernesto Moreno*
- Jim Nichols*
- Eddie Owen*
- Michael Pereira+
- Jim Pojda+
- Tamara Pressman
- Gary R. Price*
- Tim Ramsay*
- Kathy Schlepphorst*
- Karen Schneider*
- Carolyn Silberman+
- John M. Sobrato*
- RC Staab+
- Marilyn Taketa*
- John P. Traub+
- Lavene Washington
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*Denotes AMTSJ Board of Directors
+Denotes AMTSJ Board of Governors
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The Royal Table
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The Royal Table
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gourmetheatre II Sponsors.
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Costume Design Sketch and Dress from AMTSJ's West Side Story.
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Gourmetinis (the official drink of gourmetheatre II) surround a floral arrangement
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Costume from AMTSJ's production of The Three Musketeers adds a theatrical touch to the evening.
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Costume from AMTSJ's production of Funny Girl.
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Chistopher Edmunds from the Lodge of Cordevalle and Lavene Washington (AMTSJ's Group Sales Manager).
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Delectable array of appetizers catered by Paolo's and 71 St. Peter.
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Eddie Owen (2005-2006 Board of Directors Vice Chair), Liz Palmer (AMTSJ's Teaching Artist) Maarten Koornwinder (2005-2006 Board of Governors Vice Chair) and Karen Schneider (2005-2006 Board of Directors Chair).
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Scott Seay with his wife Gayle.
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Frank Sunseri, Auctioneer and Kristin Langer (AMTSJ's Assistant to the CEO and Executive Producer) modeling the 14K White Gold Diamond "Love Pendant" from Derco Fine Jewelers as part of the Live Auction.
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Tim Bair (AMTSJ's Artistic Director), Kimberly and Michael Mulcahy (Mayoral Candidate), Michael Miller (AMTSJ's CEO and Executive Producer) with his wife Melinda Moreno Miller.
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Tim Bair (AMTSJ's Artistic Director), Eddie Owen (AMTSJ Board of Director Vice Chair), Helen Marchese Owen (co-chair), Michael Miller (AMTSJ's CEO and Executive Producer), Jane A. Guerra (co-chair); Mike Guerra.
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Michael Miller (AMTSJ's CEO and Executive Producer), Karen Schneider (AMTSJ's 2005-2006 Board Chair), and Honoree John McGuirk from The William and Flora Hewlett Foundation
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Michael Miller (AMTSJ's CEO and Executive Producer), Honoree Phil Mader (General Manager of Taylor Woodrow Homes), and Tim Bair (AMTSJ's Artistic Director.
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Michael Miller (AMTSJ's CEO and Executive Producer), Honorees Gilda and George Forrester, and Scott Seay.
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John Sobrato with his wife and guests at The Royal Table enjoying a six course gourmet dinner. |
Restaurants
- 180 Restaurant & Lounge
- 71 Saint Peter (2)
- A.P. Stump's
- The Basin
- Bella Mia
- Birk's
- Crimson
- Eulipia (2)
- Evvia
- Forbes Mill Steakhouse
- Il Fornaio
- Il Postale
- Lavanda Restaurant and Wine Bar
- Left Bank
- McCormick & Schmick
- Paolo's (2)
- Paragon
- Park Place in the Cypress Hotel
- Scott's Seafood of San Jose (2)
- Sent Sovi
- Spencer's for Steaks & Chops
- Spiedo Ristorante
- Tarragon
- Three Degrees Restaurant at the Toll House Hotel
- The Wine Cellar
Auction Items
- Four adult/youth admissions to Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose
- Two tickets to any of CMTSJ's 38th Season Mainstage or Rising Stars Productions.
- Two tickets to a City Lights 2005-2006 Season play.
- A $50 gift card to The Container Store
- An Individual or a Couple's three-month membership at Decathlon Club.
- Six Paramount's Great America one-day passes
- Four passes to The Jungle, Fun & Adventure.
- Tour of KGO-TV/ABC 7 including viewing 11 AM newscast and lunch at MacArthur Park Restaurant.
- 4 free rounds of mini golf at Malibu Grand Prix
- Two complimentary admissions to Six Flags Marine World.
- Tour of Mercury News including meeting of Editors to discuss stories in following day's newspaper.
- Ride on patrol with a San Jose Police Officer
- Two San Jose Rep tickets to any show in the current or upcoming 25th Anniversary season.
- Peet's House Blend, Gunpowder Green Tea, and Chocolate Covered Blueberries
- Four complimentary car washes at all Classic Car Wash locations.
- A pair of tickets to a performance of Smuin Ballet's Spring Program
- VideoHound's Golden Movie Retriever 2006
- Mats Jonasson Swedish Glass Art: The Masq
- Burberry make-up bag in magenta, ivory and green floral pattern
- 2000 Silver Oak, Napa Valley Cabernet
- 2000 Lancaster, Alexander Valley, Red Wine
- Burberry purse in magenta, ivory and green floral pattern with silver hardware
- 14K gold egg pendant
- Burberry shawl
- Burberry scarf
- Two orchestra seats to Ballet San Jose Silicon Valley's 04-05 Children's Series performance of The Little Mermaid.
- $25 gift card for Costco Wholesale
- 2002 Shon Central Coast Merlot (3L)
- Two tickets for Symphony Silicon Valley.
- A pair of tickets to The Best of PlayGround Festival, May 11-21, 2006
- Two bottles Joseph Phelps 2002 Insignia Napa Valley Red Wine
- A color and haircut from Diana Gutirrez at the Campbell Rage Salon.
- Roger Craig Autographed Jersey
- Arnold Palmer/Jackie Gleason photo
- 1980 USA Hockey Team-Signed photo
- Joe Montana/Dwight Clark "The Catch"
- Willie McCovey Autographed Baseball
- Willie Mays Autographed Baseball
- Derek Jeter Autographed Bat & Ball
- Brandi Chastain Autographed Bra
- Jack Nicklaus Flag with 5 Pound Note
- Jack Nicklaus 5 Pound Commemorative Note
- $100 gift certificate for Seven Restaurant/Lounge.
- A year of flowers from Citti's Florist.
- Beaulieu Vineyards De LaTour Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2002
- Custom designed handbag from Italian School of Leather, Florence, Italy
- Burberry "Brit" Fragrance
- Relationships in Black and White Portrait Study from Photography by Delgado
- 4 passes for either: a round of miniature golf, 10 waterslide rides, or one bumper boat ride at Golfland
- An elegant brunch for four at Cityscape Restaurant located atop the San Francisco Hilton and Towers.
- Two tickets to any Aurora Theatre production.
- Two months worth of Family Dues at Los Gatos Athletic Club
- A 3-night stay in an extra large room at The Standard hotel in Hollywood.
- Two nights at the Dylan Hotel in New York City.
- Venetian bracelet designed by Marilyn Dorsa: "Tahitian Ladybug II."
- A Complimentary Afternoon Tea for Two at the Fairmont San Jose.
- Two tickets for Opera San Jose
- A $25 gift certificate for Hobee's restaurant.
- 2 soft cover books "Sand Between Your Toes: A Watercolor Journey Through Santa Cruz" and a lithographic offset print.
- Two tickets to the San Francisco Giants vs. the Oakland A's
- Four 2006 season passes to Bonfante Gardens
- The Cantharus Vase from Lalique
- Basketball autographed by members of the Golden State Warriors.
- $100 gift certificate for The Plumed Horse in Saratoga.
- Wustof 8-piece steak knife set in wooden box.
- $100 toward lunch or dinner at The Grill on the Alley.
- $100 gift certificate to Studio Sixty7 clothing boutique.
- One black and one red leather passport case by ABAS.
- Black felt designer bag by My Flat in London.
- $100 gift card for Campo de Bocce
- Two tickets for TheatreWorks.
- $50 toward any hair service at The Pure Path, an Aveda concept salon.
- A tour and tasting at Byington Winery & Vineyard.
- One foursome with two carts at Almaden Country Club.
- A magnum of Cuvaison 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley)
- Guilliams 1992 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
- Four training sessions in Pilates at Poised, Inc.
- Official San Jose Sharks hockey puck signed by #15, Ville Nieminen.
- Domaine Bizot Echezeaux 1997 Gran Cru Burgundy 100% Pinot Noir
- 1995 Ferrari-Carano Chardonnay (5L)
- 2004 Far Niente Napa Valley Chardonnay
- 2002 Pride Mountain Vineyard Merlot
- 2003 Duckhorn Vineyards Napa Valley Merlot
- $100 gift certificate for the Carlisle Collection, Carlisle Scarf, mini handbag, De Bas Chocolatier Dark Chocolate Espresso Beans, gourmet Chocolate peanuts, theatre mask, and Ghiradelli coffee beans.
- $200 gift certficate for dinner at Silicon Valley Capitol Club.
- Black leather wine carrier with removable strap/wine cooler for table
- Italian Food Basket for Lupretta's Delicatessen
- Two $10 gift certificates for It's A Grind Coffee House.
- $50 gift certificate for Vito's New York Trattoria.
- Tour and tasting with Cooper-Garrod's winemaker
- Two tickets to 42nd Street Moon's productionof LI'L ABNER
- $35 gift certificate for The Wooden Horse
- 2004 Acacia Vineyard Carneros Chardonnay (magnum)
- $25 gift certificate for Preston Wynne day spa in Saratoga.
- $25 toward food and wine at Restauraunt Sent Sovi.
- $50 gift certificate toward your purchase of $100 or more at Deja & Co. Exquisite Jewels
- Eloise Dog Pillow Bed from Metro Pooch in Campbell (Daisy Duke Cake Bed)
- VIP Tour and Tasting for Four at Grgich Hills Cellar in Rutherford, CA.
- 1976 Chateau Haut Brion
- 1966 Chateau Sudoirant Sauternes
- A Two night stay in a two bedroom suite at Seascape Resort.
- Dinner for two in Sanderlings Restaurant at Seascape Resort
- Millefiore 24K infused white gold pendant on silk cord with 18K clasp
- A round of golf and dinner for two with Nick Lampros and Hall of Famer Lon Simmons.
- 1 magnum 2001 Vine Cliff Cabernet Sauvignon and a tour of Vine Cliff Wines.
- 1 magnum Calera 1998 Mt. Harlan Pinot Noir
- 2 bottles Rombauer Vineyards Napa Valley 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon
- 2 bottles Rombauer Vineyards Napa Valley 2002 Merlot
- 1 bottle 2003 Diamond Oak Chalk Hill Chardonnay
- 1 bottle 2002 Diamond Hira Ranch Merlot
- 2 bottles Reverie 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon
- $50 gift certificate for By th' Bucket seafood restaurant.
- $35 gift certificate for Spiedo Ristorante
- 40th Anniversary Edition of Rodgers & Hammerstein's The Sound of Music.
- $5 gift card for Blockbuster Video.
- San Francisco Giants tickets Club level seats for six games (12 tickets total) plus parking.
- $25 gift certificate for Tarragon Restaurant
- 1997 Silver Oak Cabernet Sauvignon
- Two house seats to Disney's The Lion King at the New Amsterdam Theatre on Broadway
- $50 gift certificate to Hawgs Seafood Bar
- Two $25 gift certificates to BJ's Restaurant Brewery.
- Special Limited Reserve Natural Handmade Camacho cigars by Eiroa of Honduras.
- 8- cup Starbuck Barista Aroma cofee maker with a 16oz bag of whole bean Starbucks House Blend.
- Two Cinequest Full Festival Passes: entitles bearer to all film screenings, openings, and closing events.
- 2003 Lewis Cellars Napa Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon.
- 12 bottles of Shon wine (an assortment of Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon)
- 12 bottle of Byington wine (Alliage Cabernet Sauvignon 2002 and Santa Cruz Mountains Chardonnay 2003)
- Cuvaison Cabernet Sauvignon 1978
- Lynch Bages Bordeaux 1985
- 2001 Kistler McCrea Vineyard Chardonnay
- A Gift Certificate for a Dinner for Two by The Dinner Diva
- "Children with Hats" by Renoir (etching)
- "Donna" by Picasso (Original Pochoir)
- "The Girl and The Monkey" by Picasso (Color Lithograph)
- "Woman Juggler" by Chagall (Original Lithograph)
- "Nocturne Au Vence" by Chagall (Original Lithograph)
- "The Tower" by SALVADOR DALI (signed and numbered lithograph)
- "Portrait of a Woman" by Matisse (Lithograph)
- "Composition II" by Miro (Original Lithograph)
- Premium Deluxe Goatskin Gardening gloves, All Terrain Aloe Gel Skin Repair, and Bond Bypass Pruner
- $50 gift certficate for Lisa's Tea Treasures of Campbell.
- One Month Membership to Club One fitness
- A $100 gift certificate for A Jewelry Statement: Diamonds and Fine Jewelry
- Two ten dollar gift certificates for Camille's Sidewalk Cafe
- $50 gift certificate for La Maison du Cafe
- A table of Texas Hold 'Em including dealer provided by Class Casino Rentals.
- Fresh baked doggie treats and toys from Cold Nose Bakery.
- Two weekend nights at The Sainte Claire Hotel in downtown San Jose.
- A handmade quilt made especially for gourmetheatre II.
- Two Family Portrait photography sessions and portraits from Paul Tumason Portraits
- One year family membership (two adults and children) to the Cartoon Art Museum.
- San Jose Country Club golf for four with complimentary green fees and cart.
- Two $25 gift certificates for Piatti.
- Two baskets from Bare Escentuals, Valley Fair.
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