Buddies in Bad Times Theatre's Annual Fundraising Auction 2008

A BIG PACKAGE for BUDDIES

From the scrumptiously festive models; to the bidding war over the beautifully rendered portrait of Patricia Wilson by James Huctwith; to the climactic auctioning off of the coveted Dyson DC25, Buddies in Bad Times Theatre's 2008 fundraising auction - THE BIG PACKAGE - was a roaring success!

In the face of looming economic hardship and major cuts to arts funding, the Buddies' community rallied a tremendous outpouring of support, helping to protect the future of Queer Canadian Culture and raising just under $27,000.


From all of us here at Buddies in Bad Times Theatre, thank you!


THE BIG PACKAGE
A Seasonal Auction

Hosted by: Shawn Hitchins
Auctioneer: Charlene Nero
Designer: Matt Jackson
Art Auction Co-Curator: RM Vaughan

Gift Coordination by
Jayne Schneider and Chy Ryan Spain
With Special Thanks to
David Hawe and Dean Odorico

Sexy Presenting Partner
Xtra!

Print Sponsors
Flyers & Posters: Incredible Printing Group of Companies
Catalogue: The Fine Print Copy Centre

Publicity Sponsor
Ballyhoo! Promotions

Hospitality Sponsors
Sassafraz & SteamWhistle

Framing donated by
Akau Framing & Art and Time Studio

Photography
David Hawe

Graphic Design
Jonathan Kitchen

Production Team
Dave Couture, Aiden Nagle, Katherine Smith, Adrien Whan,
Charissa Wilcox, Lindy Zucker

Special Thanks:
To all our donors, volunteers and YOU, our loyal shoppers!








ONE NIGHT ONLY! THURSDAY NOVEMBER 27, 2008.


Buddies in Bad Times Theatre with Sexy Presenting Partner Xtra present:


THE BIG PACKAGE:
A Seasonal Auction

Thursday November 27, 2008
Preview 7pm, Live Auction 8pm

In these times of global crunch it's always good to remember ... living well is the best revenge . With that in mind, we invite you to The Big Package , Buddies' Seasonal Auction where you can spend to your heart's content and feel good about it.

Does the thought of slogging through over-crowded department stores for hours on end with not a cocktail in sight strike terror into your very soul? Look no further than 12 Alexander Street on Thursday November 27 for the answer to all your holiday shopping cares.

The Big Package will offer you aisles of possibilities at bargain hunter prices. You'll find everything from travel packages, home furnishings, specialty items and an astounding array of fine art from some of Toronto's hottest visual artists.

AND you'll be helping out one of the sexiest 30 year-olds around. Come play a truly supporting role in the 30th Anniversary Season of Canada's oldest and largest queer theatre.

So dig deep, grab a drink and shop till you drop at The Big Package.

THE BIG PACKAGE

Fine Art including Chocolate George by Stratford artist, Glenn Elliott - donated by fashion designer, Wayne Clark. Also, works by Maurice Vellekoop, Charles Pachter and many more.

Film Festival Superstar Package featuring a pass to the Toronto International Film Festival, accommodations at the Fairmount Royal York, dinner at Festival hot spot, Sassafraz, and limo services for an unforgettable evening.

Indie Producer's Package - a real steal! Thousands of dollars worth of ad space in Xtra! and NOW plus the design services of Jak Creative and a media fax out by Buddies' publicity department. Perfect for anyone who has a message to get out.

Out-of-Town Getaways to Montreal, Ottawa, Stratford, Niagara and more. Combining theatre, parties, accomodations and transportation ... everything you need for the perfect weekend getaway.

Sexy Stocking Stuffers from Good for Her, Aslan Leather, Come As You Are, Northbound Leather, Cruiseline and more

Click here for up to the minute auction updates

Donate!

Our donation campaign is in full-swing. If you'd like to be part of the auction action and make a donation, please contact Jayne Schneider ( [email protected] , 416.975.9130 x23) or Chy Ryan Spain ( [email protected] , 416.975.9130 x21) and/or see the information below.


Auction Donor Information Sheet (PDF)
Auction Donor Confirmation Form (PDF)


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