2025 Annual Black-Tie Gala

Friday, November 14th from 5-9pm

3rd Annual MKS Studio Black Tie Fundraising Gala

Come help us celebrate the blessings of a

Christ-centered music and theater education, which will culminate in a full scale musical theatre production in March of 2025, as well as a professionally recorded and produced music video, and other numerous performance opportunities.

Reserve your seat, an entire table, or become a corporate sponsor!

Timeline of event


5:00-6:00
Arrival, check-in, social time, photo opportunities, appetizers, live music, cocktails, and silent auction

6:00-7:30  Dinner served

7:30pm winners of the silent auction will be revealed

7:30-9pm Music and dancing

MKS Annual Gala

Make a donation

Help support MKS Studio through your donation

If you are making this donation on behalf of a student in our academy, please email Kristen Culver at kristen.mks.studio@gmail.com with the students first name and last initial.

FAQ

Q: What is MKS Studio? A: MKS Studio began as a private music lessons studio founded by homeschool mom and musician Monica Koffi, where she offered private instruction for piano, voice, guitar, ukulele, and choirs. 6 years later, the studio grew beyond capacity and MKS was birthed. Established in 2021, our goal is to offer the best classes to youth in the metro area and beyond. We foster a love of learning, and love of music, and a love of the arts from a Christian perspective.

Q: What is the dress code for this event? A: The dress code for this event is formal, black tie, Ladies, think floor length gowns. Gentlemen, think tuxedos.

Q: What are the funds raised from this event going towards? A: The funds raised from this event will go towards items needed for our full-scale musical theatre production of Seussical the Musical Jr, our professionally produced and recorded music video for our Vivace Select Choir, competition fees for our Show Choir and to further support the Omaha Metro area homeschool community through numerous scholarships

Q: Are children allowed at this event? A: This is an adult only event and childcare will not be provided.

Q: Will there be gluten-free, vegetarian or vegan options available for dinner? A: Yes! We are happy to accommodate all dietary needs. If you have specific concerns, please feel free to reach out to Kristen Culver - Kristen.mks.studio@gmail.com

Q: Where do I park? A: Parking is easy for this event, as there is a large private parking lot for the church.

Q: I bought tickets but I can no longer attend, can I get a refund? A: Thank you for your support in purchasing tickets to our event! We are sad to hear you can longer attend! Unfortunately, tickets are non-refundable, but you are more than welcome to transfer them to someone else.

Q: What is the silent auction? A: An auction, typically one for charity, in which people bid for items in writing rather than by calling out or raising their hands.

Q: How will the silent auction work? A: Tables are set up to display each item for auction, and guests are provided a bid sheet to submit their offers. Throughout the event, silent bidders will browse items and anonymously make their bids, returning to some prizes outbid by their competitors.

Q: How long will the silent auction run, and how do I know if I’ve won? A: The silent auction will begin at 5 p.m. and conclude at 7pm. The silent auction winners will be announced in writing at 7:30pm.

Q: If I win a silent auction item am I required to pay? A: Once you place a bid or offer, you may not cancel it. When you bid on an item in a silent auction you are essentially making an offer to purchase it at that price. When the auction closes and your bid is chosen at the winning bid your offer has been accepted, and a binding contract is formed.

Q: How will payment for Silent auction items be made and when is payment due? A: We are happy to accept payment via PayPal, Venmo, Credit Card or cash. Payment for silent auction items will need to be made at the conclusion of the silent auction. If you win your bid, please proceed to the silent auction table upon announcement ofy our win to make your payment and collect your item!