homeLA at the Frank Lloyd Wright’s Sowden House

In February 2020, homeLA held it’s first benefit at Frank Lloyd Wright’s Sowden House. The event featured site-specific work that responded to this illustrious home with dance performances by Rebecca Bruno with Flora Wiegmann and costumes by Lynn Ellen Bathke, Cheng Chieh Yu with Sarah Jacobs and Darrian O'Reilly, and Zaquia Mahler Salinas; a dramaturgical performance by Tyler Matthew Oyer; vocal work by Odeya Nini; video works by Delaram Pourábdi and Cheng Chieh Yu; and music by Sam Widaman. The event was curated by Chloë Flores.

Provisions

Light fare and YOLA cocktails by long-time homeLA resident artist, Emily Marchand

Sweet treats hand-crafted by chef Tayrn Garcia

A selection of wine donated by sommeliers in Napa Valley and Highland Park Wine.

Silent Auction

Artworks by Simone Forti, Anna Sew Hoy, Matt Lipps, and Julie Tolentino

An exclusive framed print by George Townley

Unique neighborhood experience packages provided by local art organizations, artisans, cafes, restaurants, plus others businesses.



Tickets and donations supported homeLA in 2020

Ticket sales and funds raised from our silent auction supported homeLA’s 2020 programming and initiatives, which include:

PAYING ARTISTS A LIVING WAGE

PROFESSIONAL DOCUMENTATION

DANCE EDUCATION

*The funds raised not only underwrote these initiatives but will supported the prosperity of Los Angeles’ dance and performing arts communities, as well as provide memorable, intimate, unique, and affordable experiences for a public of all ages, means, and backgrounds.



homeLA Host Committee

Chloë Flores, Jenny Landers, Francesca Sonara, Anastacia Junqueria, Jessica Trent, and Megan Steinman



This event was generously sponsored by YOLA Mezcal

Press

LA Dance Chronicle, HOMELA HOSTS THEIR FIRST BENEFIT AT AN OLD, FAVORITE SPOT

 

Photos by Andrew Mandinach