Live Auction
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Join us at approximately 9:15 p.m. for the Live Auction, conducted by our charismatic auctioneer, TimeLine Artistic Director PJ Powers.

1. The Color Purple Opening Night package
Gain VIP access to one of the biggest nights in Chicago theatre this year – the Opening Night of the hit Broadway musical The Color Purple presented by Oprah Winfrey at the Cadillac Palace Theatre on May 3, 2007. You’ll receive two tickets to the exclusive, sold-out Opening Night as well as a gift certificate redeemable for dinner at 312 Chicago and a one-night stay in a deluxe guest room at the Allegro Hotel. You just never know who might turn up at the theatre on this big night!

VALUE: PRICELESS
OPENING BID: $100

2. An Exclusive Documentary Weekend at the 2007 Toronto Film Festival
Get VIP access to one of the world’s premiere film events at the opening weekend of the Toronto International Film Festival, September 7 - 9, 2007. This is among the most prestigious film events of the year, where producers from all over the world launch their biggest films for the Oscars. You’ll attend premiere screenings and parties for new documentaries as well as enjoy an exclusive dinner with the head of the festival’s documentary programming and some of the films’ directors. Last year the documentary section brought out celebrities such as the Dixie Chicks, Yoko Ono, Michael Moore, Wyclef Jean and Entourage star Adrian Grenier, and this year’s festival promises once again be the place to see the hottest films and film makers. Package includes a 2-night stay at the Hotel Victoria in Toronto and a $100 American Express gift card courtesy of Northern Trust, but does not include airfare.

VALUE: PRICELESS
OPENING BID: $100

3. Dinner at Chez Powers
Aside from being an actor and TimeLine’s Artistic Director, PJ Powers’ real passion is cooking. Join PJ and his wife Shelley for a gourmet dinner at their home, cooked especially for you by PJ. He’ll consult with you to craft the multi-course menu to your liking, shop for all-natural and organic ingredients at Chicago’s new Sunflower Market, and pair it all with delicious wines courtesy of Kafka Wine Co. Bring your friends to this exclusive dinner party – the prize is good for six people!

VALUE: PRICELESS
OPENING BID: $150

4. TimeLine Ultimate Access
Gain an exclusive insider’s view of the full development of a TimeLine production directed by Nick Bowling, who was recently named one of “five stage directors who matter” by the Chicago Tribune! Joining Artistic Director PJ Powers, you’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at the complete process of mounting a show, from inception to Opening Night. Observe a casting session, attend the first read-through and hear from the director and design team about their concept for the show, watch a run-through of the play midway through the rehearsal process and see how a technical rehearsal can elevate a show to be audience-ready. Finally, you’ll receive eight tickets to join the cast and production team on Opening Night to celebrate the launch of a new TimeLine production.

VALUE: PRICELESS
OPENING BID: $200

Cash, Check, Visa and Mastercard accepted.