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White lounge furniture sets the mood at the outdoor pre-event reception. Photo by Kevin Lubera Photography. Click on small images to learn more.
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A banner showing the face of LA Opera general director and tenor superstar Placido Domingo is reflected in a coffee table at the outdoor reception. Photo by Lee Salem Photography. Click on small images to learn more.
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The event's "Elixir of Love" signature cocktail features POM Wonderful pomegranate juice and Krol vodka. Photo by Lee Salem Photography. Click on small images to learn more.
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Elegant chandeliers bring the indoors outdoors at the reception. Photo by Kevin Lubera Photography. Click on small images to learn more.
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Draping gives an enticing peek into the dining area. Photo by Lee Salem Photography. Click on small images to learn more.
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Moving lights slowly sweep through the party, continuing the post-performance excitement. Photo by Lee Salem Photography. Click on small images to learn more.
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Swirl patterns--the motif of the evening--decorate table linen. Photo by Chris Werner Design. Click on small images to learn more.
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Old World floral continues the Italianate theme suggested by the opera. Photo by Lee Salem Photography. Click on small images to learn more.
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Gala Chair Mary Hayley lets fresco paintings and a bubbling fountain add Italian flair in keeping with the opera. Photo by Chris Werner Design. Click on small images to learn more.
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The cavernous space of the Grand Hall at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion is reined in via dramatic draping and intimate lighting. Photo by Chris Werner Design. Click on small images to learn more.
