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Get out your wallets, big spenders. The Star Chefs on Broadway 2010 will consume the Pantages Theater Sunday, May 23 with live music, silent and live auctions and incredible cabaret performances under the direction of Kevin Joyce a founder of Teatro Zinzanni.

"It is going to be amazing," says Benjii Bittle, deputy executive director for the Broadway Center of the Performing Arts. "The Venetian theme is going to be over the top ... the food, the wine, the entertainment. This will be our best year yet."

All proceeds from Star Chefs on Broadway support Broadway Center's groundbreaking arts education programs.

Chefs from the finest restaurants in Tacoma will provide the treats for the lively cocktail party during the silent auction. The formal dinner during the show will feature signature dishes from El Gaucho, award-winning Washington wines and desserts by the area's top bakers and chocolatiers.

For $175 you can taste what Tacoma does best, and help today's youth be all that they can be. You may purchase tickets here.

Items up for bid during the live action are listed after the break:

Dinner For Everyone $3,600

Fifty lucky people will experience dinner and dancing on the beach on Saturday July 24th at the home of  Doug Granum in Southworth. Experience the magic of Doug's glass and stone creations on every path in the woods leading down to the beach or ride the vernicular down just for fun where you will savor the culinary delights of Broadway Center's Deputy Director Benjii Bittle while being entertained by Tacoma band "Near the Beat" who will enteratin you with Jazz during dinner and rock n' roll after dinner.

Vacation in Paradise $4,650

Enjoy this oceanfront property of Mahana at Kaanapali on the island of Maui . This Studio condo can sleep two. Your ground floor unit is near the pool and spa overlooking Kaanapali Beach's soft golden sand stretching off in the distance left and right. Mahana at Kaanapali is set amidst quiet surroundings, yet is near all the fun and activity of the Kaanapali Resort area. You will enjoy a wonderful sense of privacy and tranquility, convenient to dining, shopping, and nightlife. Your vacation includes roundtrip first class transportation for two on Alaka Airlines with no black out dates plus a week's aiport parking at  MasterPark to start your vacation out right!

Party on the Beach $1,500

Your host David Block will cruise your party of six around Gig Harbor aboard The Oasis while enjoying appetizers and drinks before being delivered to the beachfront property of

Pat Nagle where you will enjoy a gourmet salmon bake on the beach prepared by the staff of Broadway Center. 

Vacation in Wine Country $5,350

Stay a week at John Kent's spacious 5 bedroom vacation home in Cambria CA near Paso Robles on the central coast of California and experience ocean views with hiking trails at your doorstep and great shops and restaurants nearby. This trip includes roundtrip unrestricted coach airfare on Alaska Airlines for four and a parking pass for a week at MasterPark at Seatac.

Your Next Grand Event $10,300

Discover a great place for your reception or special event for up to 200 people where tradition meets excellence at the Tacoma Lawn and Tennis Club . Your event package includes 4 hour karaoke and or DJ service by Entertainment Master with amazing appetizers, china, flatware, stemware, service team, culinary and catering coordination all provided by Ram International Catering. Broadway Center will provide 6 cases of wine and 5 cases of beer and last must not least up to 20 hours of decor consultation and $1,000 worth of decor inventory by TLB Events who provided the decor for this evening's Star Chefs.

Dazzled by Twilight $1,500

Not for  the faint of heart this package begins with a two night stay at The Miller Tree Inn Bed & Breakfast, named The Cullen House" by the Forks Chamber of Commerce and a gift certificate for a Twilight tour in Forks. Take with you tonight this trunk overflowing with Twilight memorabilia which includes everything from a replica Bella jacket as worn in the Twilight movie to Twilight clothing, books, dvds and cds, collector's books and so much more.                        

Leroy Jewelers Creation $3,500

Spajama Party $1,900

Overnight accomodations for six at the Murano Hotel in a king superior suite with two connecting rooms for a spajama party refreshement package served in Savi Day Spa or in your suite. Your spa package includes your choice of  two services each of the following: 30 minute massage, Savi Spajama Manicure, Savi Spajama Pedicure or Savi Spajama Manhatten Facial.

Mangiare with Benjii! $2,000

Casa San Marco in Cortona Italy $2,500

CASA San Marco is a beautiful 4 bedroom home located in theTuscan hill town of Cortona - made famous by the book/movie Under the Tuscan Sun. Casa San Marco occupies the top two floors of a former 16th century palazzo and overlooks the stunning church of San Francesco, along with the beautiful valley below. It is approximately 100 meters up the hill from Cortona's main Piazza Republica where people congregate throughout the day to talk, shop and eat. Casa San Marco consists of 4 bedrooms; 3 with queen beds, and 1 with 2 twin beds. In addition, there is a queen-size pull-out sofa bed in the library/den. The house will sleep 8-10 people. On the main floor is a large living room with an adjoining library/den that opens out onto a spectacular terrace where one can sit and enjoy the magnificent views and watch the sunset with a glass of local wine. The spacious kitchen has been completely remodeled and has a large dining area. One of the features is a custom-made Carrara marble sink/countertop and a handbuilt Tuscan grill/fireplace - a wonderful way to cook and prepare food! High ceilings and 2 large arched original windows overlook Via San Marco. There are two full baths (one on each floor) along with a washing machine.

Red Sky Winery Winetasting Party for 10 $1,000

Climb into your limousine with your party of 10 and cruise up to Red Sky Winery, a boutique winery in Woodinville, Washington, producing small lot, unique and hand crafted Washington State wines. The Red Sky team, led by winemaker Carol Parsons, strive to create wines that increase in intricacy over time  and result in rich, elegant and complex wines that compliment food.  Their beautifully appointed tasting room with vibrant original artwork by Gretchen Michaels and soothing photography by Steven Fey will await your party for a private tour and tasting including appetizers compliments of John and Judy Kent.

At the Center of it all in Whistler

Offering unbeatable location, your 2 bedroom, two bath plus hide abed stay at the Whistler Crystal Lodge February 26-March 5, 2011 will be the ski vacation you will be wanting time and time again. This award winning, newly renovated lodge overlooking Whistler Village has all the comforts and amenities you have come to expect. Add this to an indoor heated pool, hot tub, sauna, fitness room, high speed internet, fitness room, underground parking and complimentary ski valet and you will see why guests love staying at Crystal Lodge. Included in this package is a $100 gift certificate to use at the legendary White Spot restaurant.

El Gaucho Chef's Dinner for Six $1,200

be served wicked shrimp, crab cakes, tableside Caesar salad, chateaubriand, and tableside bananas foster accompanied by Captain's choice wine pairings with each course. People go to El Gaucho because each night is a night to remember and each meal becomes a story to share.

Seattle Double Date

Check into the Pan Pacific hotel in Downtown Seattle with your gift certificates for two luxurious Deluxe Guestrooms where you will experience an urban oasis showcasing sleek modernity through a mix of zebra-wood furnishings and decor in muted hues of taupe, slate, and cream, most recently named a 2008 AAA 4-Diamond Award recipient. Use your $200 in gift cards for dinner at El Gaucho before heading over to the Paramount Theater to see Billy Elliot.