Laguna Beach Local News
Musician Tony Guerrero (right) and comedian Dave Foley recently co-hosted the Festival of Arts’ first virtual gala. Courtesy of Festival of Arts
The Festival of Arts of Laguna Beach, producer of the Pageant of the Masters, raised nearly $300,000 at its first-ever virtual gala on Dec. 5.
More than 1,500 guests tuned in for the Simply ARTrageous Live the Legacy Virtual Gala, according to a press release. The event’s proceeds will help the Festival of Arts continue making the arts widely accessible through programming, career opportunities, workshops and scholarships.
“We are beyond humbled and grateful to everyone who made this event possible,” said David Perry, president of the Festival of Arts Board of Directors. “We thank the donors for showing their support during these challenging times and for helping to position the organization for a stronger re-opening in 2021.