
Thank you for helping us raise $800,000 for our continued programming and supporting Houston's creative communities!
Co-chaired by Melissa & Paul Dobrowski and Julia & Will Robinson, “The Big Bang!” featured immersive art installations from the city’s best up-and-coming digital art teams including Input/Output, Moon Papas, and Hannah Bull of BamBullBlack, who transformed the 31,000 sq ft. warehouse into a psychedelic spaceship, steered by the musical stylings of legendary funk-R&B singer and leader of the Time, Morris Day. Libations from Ketel One, William Price Distillery, Maker's Mark, Ilegal Mezcal and Hornito's, a decadent oyster bar from San Leon’s Pier 6 Seafood & Oyster House, and a seated dinner by Tony's satiated appetites, while Auction co-chairs Beth Abramson-Meltzer and Lane Schultz brought together stunning pieces of art by Mel Chin, Sharon Kopriva, Michael Tracy, Angelbert Metoyer, Gerard Caliste, Bert Long Jr., and many more. Local street art celebrity Gonzo247 painted his piece in front of a captivated audience, while others bid on trips to The Kentucky Derby, San Miguel de Allende, and The Grammys, or on lavish bespoke dinners from Steak 48 and B&B Butchers. A $10,000 pair of diamond earring donated by Valobra Master Jewelers became a highly coveted item, as guests purchased a chance to win them by popping a balloon during “The Big Bang Moment.”
Orange Show Executive Director Tommy Ralph Pace took to the stage later in the evening to recognize the our 40-year history of celebrating and promoting creativity in the Houston community and beyond, and announcing the preliminary plans for ours future through a partnership with architect firm Rogers Partners to build a world-class facility on the current property.
Much more to come on that soon, so stay tuned!
For now, enjoy some photos below of the star-studded evening


























