A Roaring Affair

A ROARING AFFAIR - October 24, 2026 - The Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts

An Evening of Glitz, Glamour, and Gatsby

Libations provided courtesy of Season Sponsor, Colonial Wines & Spirits 

Live music provided by JAZZ R US

Step into the glamour, intrigue, and irresistible energy of the Jazz Age for A Roaring Affair, an unforgettable evening celebrating Ballet Arkansas and its highly anticipated production of Gatsby.

More than a night at the ballet, A Roaring Affair transforms one of Ballet Arkansas's Gatsby performances into a complete social experience, pairing world-class dance with cocktails, live jazz, exceptional hospitality, and a post-performance speakeasy inspired by the decadence of the 1920s.

The evening begins at the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts, where guests may attend Champagne & Consequence, a VIP experience that offers an intimate pre-performance reception with Ballet Arkansas leadership and Company Artists on stage. Guests will then take their seats for the full performance of Michael Fothergill's world-premiere production of Gatsby. Following the final curtain, the celebration continues as guests step into The Glass Box Speakeasy for two hours of live jazz, cocktails and libations, hors d'oeuvres, appearances by Ballet Arkansas Company Artists, and Gatsby-inspired experiences.

CHAMPAGNE & CONSEQUENCE | VIP EXPERIENCE - 6:00 - 6:45 pm 
A limited Champagne & Consequence VIP Experience offers an intimate pre-performance reception with Ballet Arkansas leadership and Company Artists. Enjoy champagne and cocktails, light hors d'oeuvres, and special behind-the-scenes access before the artists prepare to take the stage. Following the performance, VIP guests join the full celebration at The Speakeasy. Availability for this experience is intentionally limited.

THE PERFORMANCE | GATSBY - 7:00 - 8:30 pm 
Seduction. Ambition. Excess. Consequence.

Ballet Arkansas brings the intoxicating world of Gatsby to the stage at the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. The full performance serves as the centerpiece of A Roaring Affair, immersing audiences in a world where glamour conceals obsession and the pursuit of something greater always comes at a price.

THE GLASS BOX SPEAKEASY | AFTER THE CURTAIN - 8:30 - 10:30 pm 
When the performance ends, the night is only beginning.

A Roaring Affair guests will transition into an exclusive two-hour post-performance Speakeasy, where live jazz sets the mood for an evening of cocktails, wine, hors d'oeuvres, conversation, and appearances by Ballet Arkansas Company Artists and staff. Cocktail attire welcome - Gatsby-era glamour encouraged.

ONLINE AUCTION
Guests and supporters may also participate in Ballet Arkansas's season kick-off online auction. Participation in the auction is completely optional, and bidding will take place entirely online. Please note: Auction items are available for bid prior to, and post event, and items will not be distributed or available for pickup during A Roaring Affair. Winning bidders will receive information following the close of the auction regarding item pickup or fulfillment.

A Roaring Affair - one performance, one extraordinary night, and an experience that continues long after the curtain falls.