Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre to present “Fashion at The Florence”

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Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre (GHDT) previews its season with Fashion at The Florence at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19 at The Florence Theatre, 329 Gradle Drive, Carmel.

With the Season focus of “Art in Motion,” this year’s Fashion at The Florence theme centers around the joy of the late 1920s and the sophistication of the artist Erté. Cocktail Attire requested; ‘Gatsby-esque’ or Art Deco inspired attire encouraged. Gatsby/Erté themed fundraiser; Fashion at The Florence features a cabaret singer and distinctly curated silent auction experiences. A gala event of glittering style and elegance.

Please note this is a 21-and-over event.

Fashion at The Florence is GHDT’s annual Gala Fundraiser, featuring an up close and personal runway-style exhibition of stunning costumes, music, light hors d’oeuvres and drinks.

New this year: Live cabaret performances introduce the fashions with local theater vocalist, Tessa Gibbons. This fundraiser experience, paired with a specially curated silent auction, procures funds where all proceeds go towards our costume and set designs for Salem, and musician salaries and expenses for Remembrance. Previewing an epic season of dance and music, you will see garments for the upcoming “Art In Motion” Season of Dance at GHDT:

• Salem: This time, the witch hunt is trending; Oct. 24 and 25 at The Tarkington; world premiere – Featuring all new, original music composed by Cory Gabel. The world premiere of Salem from the thrilling collaboration of Gregory Hancock and Composer in Residence, Cory Gabel.
• Winter Fest: A celebration of the winter global holidays; Dec. 4 to 14 at The Florence – Dance through the Season as GHDT celebrates its commitment to global unity within the arts.
• The Black Dahlia: A murder mystery; Feb. 7 to 22 at The Florence – See this shadowy whodunit of the Silver Screen Era, but be certain to watch your back because nothing is what it seems on the streets of Tinseltown!
• Remembrance: Where have you been? Where are you going? March 27 & 28 at The Tarkington – Featuring live music, dance, and spoken word from multiple cultures that highlights how the world and communities are all connected. A bold statement of our universal shared past, and intrinsic connection as a global community into the future.
• A Night in India: No passport needed; June 5 & 6 at The Tarkington – Drawing from decades of works based upon India, its stories, culture, and music. A concert that promises to be an ambassador of culture and movement guaranteed to transport audiences … no passport needed.

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Fashion at The Florence is a stellar runway fashion experience exhibiting many of the beautifully curated and handcrafted costumes that grace the GHDT stage, as well as a preview the exhilarating 2026-27 Season. Known for showcasing eclectic and textured themes, inspiration for these dynamic garments comes from all over the world.

Co-hosted by Gregory Hancock and Christine Colquitt Thacker, they will give insight to these beautiful creations and the pieces and themes that inspired them. This promises to be a stylish evening of fashion, food, and fundraising.

Grab your beaded gowns and tux tails and be ready to kick up your heels while enjoying the Cabaret vocal stylings of Tessa Gibbons. Come prepared to give and help literally “build” the Season! Be the first to preview the upcoming season, support your favorite dancers and Company, and enjoy a night out with Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre.

Season Presenting Partners: Dr. Anita Joshi and Dr. Arun Jain & Dr. Sajal Bose and Mrs. Kalyani Bose. Season Title Partner: Swizzle Group, LLC.

Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre is the resident professional dance company at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For information, visit GregoryHancockDanceTheatre.org.