Continuum's Halloween Gala

Continuum beckons you to its illustrious Monster realm. We invite you to our 3rd Annual Halloween Gala: Monster Mash, a Monster Genesis-themed event! Thrilling Performances, insane music, and jaw-dropping costumes! Prepare to journey into a realm where art, theatrics and enigmatic dance intertwine to create an unforgettable evening of mysterious enchantment!

This Year's Theme:
Monster Mash

What happens when your friendly neighborhood tattoo artists decide to make a big impact in their community? We put our creative nerd brains together and throw one of the craziest Halloween dance parties you'll ever attend! Continuum Art Collective is gearing up for another fabulous Halloween Gala.
Last year was awesome. This year, we have even more in store!

Join us for a spine-tingling Halloween Gala and Banquet, inspired by the iconic song Monster Mash! Immerse yourself in a night of frightful fun, where ghouls and goblins come to life. Dance the night away to hauntingly good music, indulge in deliciously eerie cuisine, and revel in the company of spooky creatures from the depths of darkness. Don't miss this bone-chilling celebration that will leave you howling for more!

Before we dive into the details, mark your calendars for September 2nd, when we'll be announcing the detailed menu for our four-course dining banquet, signature cocktails, and the exciting prizes for our costume contest on our website. We understand the challenges of getting all dressed up before a big party, so we've enhanced our format this year to include a real dining experience instead of just party snacks. Feast on a delicious appetizers, mouthwatering entrees, and delectable sides, ensuring you're fueled up for an unforgettable night.

🧟As you arrive at 5:30pm, prepare to be swept away by the PROMENADE, where you'll check in and be welcomed into the Monster Mash.
🍸From 5:30pm to 7pm, experience the WITCHING HOUR, our happy hour, where you can indulge in complimentary cocktails that will levitate your taste buds.
💃At 7:15pm, brace yourself for an awe-inspiring performance by Empyrean Arts, featuring breathtaking aerial displays that will leave you breathless.
🎶At 8pm, get ready to groove to the sensational beats of Brother Maven, a concert that will keep you dancing until 11pm.
❓Don't forget the mystery performance that awaits you, adding an extra layer of intrigue to the evening.
🍰☕Indulge your sweet tooth at our DESSERT COFFEE TABLE from 9 pm to 11 pm, offering delightful treats to satisfy your cravings.
🏆At 11:15 pm, we'll gather for an exciting moment of ANNOUNCEMENTS, where our esteemed panel of judges will crown the best costumes of the night. The winner will be revealed, and they'll be taking home a prize valued at $1000!
🕺But the night doesn't end there! From 10 pm to 2 am, get ready for the UPSIDE DOWN AFTER-PARTY with Dagget Productions, where the energy and excitement continue to surge through the Monster Mash. It's a party you won't want to miss!

So mark your calendars, prepare your Monster-inspired attire, and get ready to immerse yourself in an unforgettable experience at The Monster Mash!

Don't forget that a portion of all proceeds will benefit The Hendersonville Theater. If you'd like to be a sponsor of this event please get in touch with us at: Questions@continuumartnc.com

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We need volunteers and sponsors to make this event a success! Interested in volunteering or being a sponsor? Scroll to the bottom of this page for more information!

Entertainment Line Up

We have a great deal in store for a local cause: supporting the Hendersonville Theater. Continuum's 2024 Gala Presents:

Brother Maven
American Rock & Soul

Plenty of words could be used to describe the music and performance of Brother Maven, but these three stand out among all the rest. The band showcases a diversity of styles as they combine elements of Rhythm & Blues, Southern Soul, Rock ‘n’ Roll and Country to create their own distinct sound. The songs are comprised of catchy melodies, soaring vocals, and infectious rhythms that deeply resonate during even the first listen.

Hale
Catering
Real. Good. Food.

The sentinel of nourishment, ensuring all creations are imbued with impeccable taste and quality with a keen understanding of individuals' unique dietary needs and sensitivities. Her bites are sure to impress any hungry crowd. Hale will be serving everything from appetizers, full entrees and desserts. you may contact us below for the full menu.

Empyrean Arts
The aerial Virtuoso

Their mesmerizing aerial feats transcend the boundaries of gravity as they soar and dance, leaving spectators in awe of their electrifying performance. The talented, Morgan Rossi, will be coming in full Cyberdome garb to provide a most haunting performance.

Daggett
Productions
Upside Down Afterparty

The virtuoso of beats and rhythms, attuned to the pulse of the spooky realm will enchant even the most reluctant feet to move, groove and transcend mere to a pulsating realm in the upside down. Adam Dagget is a pro on the turntables and will have you dancing the night away to all your favorite Halloween themed songs mixed with all your favorite dance beats.

Tola Sun
Enigmatic Choreography

Tola Sun of Hendersonville hosts social dancing every fourth Saturday of the month. they are a staple of dance at Continuum and are sure to provide the upmost excitement to any dance party! Hendersonville Tola Sun brings the life to any party!

Hendersoville Theater
Theater Productions & Education

On a mission to inspire, nurture, enrich, empower, educate, entertain and challenge artists and audiences with theatrical productions that range from the classics to new works; we train and support the next generation of theatre artists; we provide arts education programs that promote life-long learning to a diverse community; and we celebrate the essential power of the theatre to illuminate our common humanity.

Sundry House
Cocktails & Mocktails

Sundry House is an exclusive mobile bartending service providing a mesmerizing and story-telling cocktail experience to our event!  Since our theme is Monster Mash,  this year's cocktails will be curated based on all the iconic Monster favorites.  Choose from our signature menu or craft your own! Along with cocktails, we will be serving local craft beer and wine.
All drinks purchased benefit our non-profit partners.

Hilliary Begley
Comedian

A WNC native, Hilliary has starred in Dumplin' and When We Last Spoke. She'll bring laughs and entertainment to our spooky evening as our MC!
She hosts many stand-up comedian events and performs comedy both locally and throughout the US.

Costume
Contest
Info and prizes

We are so excited to feature a Costume contest again this year! Costume contest categories are:

-Best Classic Monster
-Best Monster Couple
-Best New Monster Genesis

Prizes are based on donations from local business sponsors and are valued up to $1,000.00

Our Sponsors

We need volunteers and sponsors to make our Gala a success! Interested?

In order to be featured in the 2024 event, we must receive confirmation via payment no later than October 1st. We have various sponsorship levels available, each with unique benefits, including:

Main Event Sponsor ($350)
🎃Cross-Promotion on social media leading up to the event and next day “Thank You” email campaign to attendees mentioning you as a prime sponsor
🎃Company name included on event t-shirts handed out at the gala
🎃Banner displayed from October 20-31st. during festivities
🎃Company/Organization QR link on souvenir glasses
🎃Company/Organization QR link printed on wristbands and VIP Tags/lanyards

‍Band Sponsor ($250)
👻Cross-Promotion on social media leading up to the event and next day “Thank You” email campaign to attendees mentioning you as a prime sponsor
👻Banner displayed from October 20th-31st during festivities
👻Company/Organization QR link stickers on souvenir glasses
👻Company/Organization QR link printed on wristbands and VIP Tags/lanyard

Performance Sponsor ($150)
🦇Cross-Promotion on social media leading up to the event and next day “Thank You” email campaign to attendees mentioning you as a prime sponsor
🦇Company/Organization QR link stickers on souvenir glasses
🦇Company/Organization QR link printed on wristbands and VIP Tags/lanyards Donations of Goods/Services - Prize Packs for costume contest winners

We are seeking donations of the below item categories to include in prize bundles for our costume contest winners! There will be several winners, announced live at the event. You can choose how these items are branded, they are welcome to have your company’s logo visible, a business card attached, etc. for exposure. When the winners are announced, we will also announce the contents of their prize bundles and the businesses associated with them:
🎁Gift cards or gift certificates
🎁Discount coupons (should be valuable enough to be considered a prize)
🎁Non-perishable goods/products

Donations of Food and Alcohol - To be served during the gala
We are seeking donations of the below item categories to serve during the gala. If you are a local purveyor, featuring your delicious treats at the Gala will give Hendersonville locals a taste of what you have to offer for their future events, especially the upcoming holidays!
All donors of food and alcohol will be featured on our slideshow in between performers and during the happy hour of the gala.
☕Ground coffee
🍰Desserts (Halloween-themed goods or plain goods are welcome, gluten-free or other specialty items are also welcome)
🥘Party trays (snack items, hors d'oeuvres, etc.)
🍸Liquor from local distilleries (to be served by Sundry House bartenders at the gala)
🍺Beer from local breweries (to be served by bartenders at the gala will accept cans, bottles, or kegs of any fall beer favorites)
🍷Wine from local wineries (to be served by bartenders at the gala)

Volunteer Opportunities
We are also seeking volunteers to help make this event a success! If you know someone who may be interested, please let us know and we will be happy to contact them.

Set-up/Decorating volunteers (Flexible, can use help Oct. 21-24)
🧙3+ hours of volunteering
🧙Should be comfortable lifting items up to 50 pounds
🧙Wear closed-toed shoes and comfortable clothes
🧙Benefits: Free attendance and 50% off your plus one, 2 free drink tickets, free snack and dessert table. Proceeds from the event support the Hendersonville Theater!

Day-of volunteers (Oct. 26)
🧟3+ hours of volunteering, rotating responsibility throughout the evening from Setup crew, checking in guests at the door, restroom checks, washing dishes, restocking the food tables, emptying trash, cleanup crew.
🧟Wear closed-toed shoes and black clothing or a “Monster Mash” themed costume
🧟Benefits: Free entry to the event, free dinner buffet (after attendees receive their dinners). Proceeds from the event support the Hendersonville Theater!

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