Desert Dream: National Ballet Makes Moroccan Magic at its Fundraiser

Welcome to the Four Seasons Centre

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Some 2,000 guests descend on the event, held at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts.

Ready for fun

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Guests arrive for an annual evening of dance, music, fashion and food. Since Mad Hot Ballet was launched in 2007, the event has raised $14.5 million for the National Ballet.

Simons activation

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The Simons sponsor activation.

Guests get a view

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Guests get a view of the Simons activation.

Costumes on display

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Costumes on display at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts.

La Marca booth

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Sponsor La Marca Prosecco lets guests enjoy its photobooth at the event.

Air Canada photo op

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Sponsor Air Canada shares its photo op.

MAC attack

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MAC Cosmetics showcases its sponsor activation.

Moroccan rugs

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Moroccan rugs from sponsor Mellah Rugs.

Sultan's tent

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Toronto Life, Fashion magazine, and the Sultan's Tent and Cafe Moroc lounge.

Wine time

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Enjoy the wine!

Cue the caterer

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10tation Event Catering takes charge.

Ready to eat

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Food from 10tentation.

Nice bites

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Appetizers from 10tation.

Pretty array

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A pretty array from 10tation.