OPENING NIGHT GALA

 
 

 

 


Opening Night Film: Reinas ( Queens)
at 7:30pm Gusman Center for the Performing Arts.

CLICK HERE for a description of the Opening Night film.

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9:30 POST-SCREENING GALA PARTY

presented by Karu&Y at THE SPACE MIAMI
100 NE 25 St. (1 block west of N.E. 2nd Ave.)
Wynwood Arts District, Miami

DIRECTIONS FROM THE GUSMAN CENTER:
It’s easy! Travel 25 blocks due north from Flagler St. & the
intersection of E. 2nd Ave., and turn west on 25th St., travel to #100
at the end of the Street.


PRESENTED BY Arrso Restaurant partners:
Cesar Sotomayor & Elliot Monter
for Karu Restaurant & Y ultralounge
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COMPLIMENTARY VALET FOR ALL OPENING NIGHT GALA PARTY WRISTBAND HOLDERS.

As a special sneak preview of the soon-to-be-open spectacular sanctuary of art, cuisine and entertainment that will be Karu&Y Restaurant and ultralounge (opening this summer), enjoy one of the biggest nights of South Florida’s gay & lesbian social season at one of Miami’s best-kept secrets, The Space Miami. A dynamic visual feast both indoors and outdoors (protected by a very modern clear-top tent), the spectacular elegant modern setting and crisply uniformed Y ultralounge bartenders will instantly set you right back in the world of the Mayerling Madrid, the fictionalhotel owned by Carmen Maura in our opening night film Reinas (Queens).

The tropical nights of Miami were made for partying, and our Opening Night party always sets the tone for the 8th annual rampage of cinema that is the next 10 days of the Miami Gay & Lesbian Film Festival.

Enjoy an advance tasting of Karu&Y’s sumptuous “alta cocina” cuisine from Miami-born Executive Chef Alberto Cabrera. Rooted in Spain,

Karu’s “alta cocina” is enhanced by the chef’s palate utilizing only the finest and purest ingredients including organic produce, fresh fish line caught each day, and natural raised Kobe beef with just the right balance of artistry.

Several open bars will offer spectacular cocktails from our official spirits sponsor, ABSOLUT, returning as the exclusive lead spirits sponsor of the Miami Gay & Lesbian Film Festival for a 4th consecutive year. Try the newest flavor, Apeach! Also on hand will be cold sparkling PERRIER, our exclusive bottled water sponsor for the 3rd yearin a row, and a selection of delicious red and white wines.

Lounge on sleek, sophisticated furniture from Pablo Olivera of NUAGE DESIGN. Check out highlights from our always popular Opening Night Silent Auction.

Don’t forget to grab an Opening Night Gift Bag courtesy of Avis Rent-a-Car and Sundance Channel chock full of goodies on your way out!!

 

OPENING NIGHT SILENT AUCTION FEATURES
TREASURES IN THE SILENT AUCTION... Among the biggest treasures up for bid this year...

- 2 round-trip business class tickets aboard TAM AIR from Miami to Rio de Janeiro or Sao Paulo, Brazil
- “Noah’s Arc” poster signed by Darryl Stephens
Other retailers such as:
- FLORANA
- KENNETH COLE
- EYE DESIGN
- NEMO RESTAURANT
- SHOJI SUSHI RESTAURANT
- SOBE SPORTS CLUB
- STONE INTERNATIONAL @ SOUTH BEACH DESIGN GROUP
- REV. FR. CHRISTOPHER J. REPP's COMMITMENT CERMONY SERVICE

 

 

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