Plessy Green Gala Tickets
Join us for a glamorous night under the stars to support and expand Homer Plessy Community School’s arts education programming. This wonderfully immersive experience provides all the magical sparkle Plessy People create:
art, music, dancing, performances, food, drinks and FUN!
Immerse yourself in experiential art installations and enjoy guest appearances by popular local musicians, performers, artists and DJs, spinning vintage and original tunes. Play party games, visit our glitter bar, snap incredible photos in our imaginative greenery scenes, dance the night away and wait for a top secret live performance at the end of the evening. Open bar, great food, online and live silent auction, and more, so don't miss the fun for an amazing cause! All proceeds will go to support free arts programming for the 700 students who learn through music, visual art, dance and theater every day at Plessy's elementary school in the Seventh Ward and middle school in the Treme.
DRESS CODE: Put on your best "New Orleans formal" attire, fancy with a twist of fun (ie: a suit made of sequins, a gown embellished with tinsel and flowers, or a Fifi Mahony's wig to round out your look).
FACTS YOU NEED TO KNOW: This is an event for people age 21 and over only. No children will be admitted. Portions of the evening may include fire, flashing lights, possible light splashing, and partial nudity (of performers, not guests, no matter how much you ask us). No weapons, no outside food or drink.
TICKET POLICY: You must be 21 and over to attend this event. NO CHILDREN ADMITTED. Please drink responsibly. Tickets are nonrefundable. No reentry. All tickets are digital and scanned upon arrival.
What people are saying
“Investing in arts education for our children is one of the best ways to improve the future for our entire city. I am honored to support Plessy’s Green Gala and help these budding artists grow.”
— Chris Pownall, executive producer of tv and film productions
“Children deserve an outlet for their creativity and it's important that they know the Arts will enrich their lives and their communities. My support for the Green Gala helps ensure these kids grow academically and develop confidence.”
-Andre Dufrene, owner/operator of Dufrene Transportation
“Homer Plessy is a safe haven for children to express themselves and embrace their creativity. I often see children experimenting with their identity as early as PreK. There is an emphasis on imagination and creativity and as a former classroom teacher, I can see how that truly helps foster a love for learning like no other school in this city. The teachers are happy. The buildings often buzz with music. The over all feeling of both campuses can only be summed up by the word: inspired. Homer Plessy Community School is creating the artists of tomorrow in a city that thrives because of a culture of the arts.”
-Marguerite Albares, artist and Plessy parent
“Arts education is important because learning about art history is learning about the history of human thought, the evolution of ideas through time. Learning more about art history is learning more about human nature and who we are. Art is communication and when we know art we communicate better.”
-Hanna Lemoine, artist at Hanna Lemoine Fine Art
“Incorporating arts in education is vital as it enhances academic performance significantly. Research indicates that students exposed to arts education exhibit higher GPAs, test scores, and are less inclined to quit school, showing a correlation between art engagement and educational success. This advantage is universal across diverse student demographics, emphasizing the positive impact of art on learning outcomes. Studies reveal that students engaged in four years of arts education score 100 points higher on the SAT than their peers with limited exposure to art, underscoring the profound role of art education in fostering academic advancement and personal development.”
- C.D. Williams, brand manager/co-designer of Bonehound Jewelry