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Paramount’s annual fundraiser, Autumn Moon, goes virtual


On Friday, Sept. 25, Paramount Center for the Arts will livestream its annual fundraiser, Autumn Moon: Paramount Confidential. This behind-the-scenes virtual event will feature stories about the Paramount that you’ve never heard, cameos from artists who have graced the Paramount stage –
including Rosanne Cash, Larry Gatlin, Paula Poundstone, and Rob Lundquist (Home Free) – plus performances by local groups, Ani Rae and Walter’s Wheelhouse, an online silent auction (www.32auctions.com/paramountarts), and a virtual art exhibit, featuring the work of artist Donna Kuhl. Local performer Ted Manderfeld (of Rock & Roll Christmas and Deuces Wild) will emcee the event live from the Paramount stage.

Guests can tune in through Paramount’s YouTube channel (search “Paramount Center for the Arts”) or Facebook page @paramountartsmn. The one-hour event begins at 7:30 p.m., but viewers can join the gathering early and enjoy the preshow from 7-7:30 p.m. Autumn Moon is free to attend, but guests are encouraged to register at www.paramountarts.org. All registered attendees will be entered to win a “Confidential” arts prize package valued at more than $100.

Because of COVID-19, the Paramount’s doors have been closed to the public since March 13. The organization has experienced a loss of nearly a half million dollars in gross earned revenue, with no definite end in sight. Despite these challenges, the Paramount has reinvented itself to continue to offer art experiences both in the performing and visual arts, including livestreamed concerts, virtual art classes, outdoor mini-concerts, and interactive online art exhibitions. Funds raised during Autumn Moon support the organization’s mission to provide opportunities for artistic production, creative exploration, arts education, and the enjoyment of arts and entertainment.

More information about Autumn Moon can be found at www.paramountarts.org or on Facebook @paramountartsmn.

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