MINNEAPOLIS, Minn -- Macy's Passport Presents Glamorama 2011 four-city tour launches in Minneapolis at the Orpheum Theatre on Friday, August 5th at 8PM, bringing high fashion and fierce performances together for one ARTrageous night. Multitalented singer, songwriter, producer and musician, Bruno Mars, known for such hits as "Just the Way You Are," and "Grenade," will headline the 20th annual event. Also set to perform is electro-pop quartet Far East Movement who shot to fame with chart-topping singles, "Like a G6" and "Rocketeer."
This over-the-top event will once again benefit Children's Cancer Research Fund® (CCRF) "We are proud to partner once again with Children's Cancer Research Fund as their impact in the fight against childhood cancer affects children and families in the Twin Cities and around the world," says Martine Reardon, Executive Vice President of Marketing and Advertising for Macy's.
Experience fashions on models featuring hair and make-up by Spalon Montage and Lancôme, all set against an artistic backdrop with collections from Armani Jeans, BAR III, Jean Paul Gaultier, Marc Jacobs, Papi, Sonia Rykiel and Tracy Reese, as well an advance look at the Karl Lagerfeld for Impulse capsule collection launching at the end of August only at Macy's.
Mike Gansmoe, Macy's VP of Special Productions, says "Fashion is truly a kinetic form of art. It's always moving, always inspiring and ever-changing. As a background to the designer looks on the runway, the audience will enjoy a powerful visual show inspired by the arts. From Degas to Banksy, ballet to breakdance and everywhere in between, Macy's Glamorama should prove to be an incredible journey."
Following the ARTrageous show at the Orpheum Theatre, explore an ARTlandish after-party on the 8th floor of the Macy's Downtown Minneapolis store. Various art interpretations lend to the décor theme. Relax in ultra-cool sponsor lounges. Interact with fun activities from a unique photo op to renowned silhouette portrait artists. Enjoy a vast array of delicious culinary creations and special libations guaranteed to tantalize the palate. Dance the night away as DJ Dan Jordan's sound scape lures you to the dance floor or continue to mingle and find your own muse.
Over the past 19 years, this event has contributed more than $4.3 million to Children's Cancer Research Fund, a national organization headquartered in Minneapolis. Proceeds from Macy's Passport Presents Glamorama support world-renowned researchers in their pursuit of a cure for children battling leukemia, brain tumors and other life-threatening diseases.
"Macy's is a true partner in helping us advance the ground-breaking research that leads to new cures for young patients around the world," said John Hallberg, CEO of Children's Cancer Research Fund. "Macy's Passport Presents Glamorama gives us the chance to tell our story of research progress, and to engage the community in our mission."
For ticket information, call 952.893.9355 or visit www.ChildrensCancer.org/Glamorama
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