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New Orleans Inspires LU - Le Grand Bal 2019

Le Grand Bal

Le Grand Bal


The Lamar University Friends of the Arts is pleased to announce the 2019 Le Grand Bal raised more than $132,000 for the fine arts programs in the College of Fine Arts and Communication!


  • bal
  • dance
  • art
  • band
  • dishman
  • second line
  • museum
  • Band
  • chairs
  • student artists
  • guests
  • tablescape
  • caricature
  • art guests
  • guest artist
  • silent auction

HONOREES & ARTIST

Every year, Le Grand Bal committee members select an artist honoree as well as honorees recognized for their contributions to the arts.
This year’s contributing honorees are Sandy and Joseph Fertitta with featured artist Gary Weldon being recognized for his contributions to the fine arts.

ONLINE & SILENT AUCTION

6:00 - 7:30 p.m
Silent Auction
"White Linen" Night at the Dishman Art Museum

Online Art Sale has ended.

DINNER AND DANCING

Sashay Social & Commander's Palace Celebration
7:00 - 9:30 p.m.
Dining Stations in the Setzer Center
Cruising the Quarter
9:30 p.m. - Midnight
Dance to sounds from Still Cruisin'
Setzer Center

About the Friends of the Arts

Established in 1973, the Friends of the Arts staged its first ball in 1975. Activities, décor and entertainment are designed to reflect the talents of LU art, theater, music and dance faculty and students. Since 1975, the event has raised more than $3 million dollars for the College of Fine Arts and Communication. These funds enable the Friends of the Arts to contribute to scholarships and educational enhancements such as master classes, visiting artists and trips to clinics and workshops that expand learning opportunities for students and add to faculty members’ academic credentials.

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