ARTrageous

PRESENTED BY FIRST HORIZON
November 13 | 6:30pm | Crosstown Arts

FUNDRAISERS

The most iconic party in Memphis is back with a bold new twist!

ARTrageous is where creativity, culture, and unforgettable moments collide. Join ARTSmemphis for a one-of-a-kind night featuring live music, interactive art, captivating performances, and unforgettable surprises—all in honor of a major milestone: over $100 million invested in the arts community since our founding.

ARTrageous is more than just a party—it’s a tribute to the power of the arts and the community that fuels it.

Tickets on sale now!
Save $50 with Early Bird pricing through Sept. 30.

  • ARTrageous: Expect the Unexpected

    Your ticket includes cocktails, culinary delights and an evening of ARTrageous art experiences including:

    • Reflection, Ritual, Refuge by Brantley Ellzey in the galleries

    • Liberace by Gary Beard

    • Jazz & Jookin’ by Memphis Jazz Workshop & Grindouse Dance

    • Pop-Up performances by musicians, dancers and more

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    PURCHASE VIP EXPERIENCE

    More Details to Come!

  • STEERING COMMITTEE
    Chaired by Alison & Jim Barton and Lucia & Ricky Heros

    Mia & Paul Henley
    Cecilia L.W & Matthew Heffington
    Ann & Joel Parker
    Kimberly & Elliot Perry
    Pooja & Kush Shah
    Molly & Jason Wexler
    Jazzy & Kemmons Wilson, III
    Anna & Ben Wunderlich

    HOST COMMITTEE (as of 8.4.25)

    Ashley & Scott Adams
    Joe Lackie & Gary Beard
    Kathleen & Schorr Behnke
    Hallie & Ned Biggs
    Jocelyn & Denis Brunotte
    Audsley & Tucker Carr
    Jennifer & Paul Chandler
    Melissa & Ryan Clinton
    Abbay & John Curtis
    Anne & Woodson Dunavant
    Janet Lo & Lucas Elijovich
    Michelle & Corey Epps
    Darby & Jason Farmer
    Jenna & Lee Flaherty
    Amy & Emmel Golden
    Lauren & Tom Hill
    Carter & Grant Hopkins
    Yoshiko & Christopher Jackson
    JJ & Jay Keras
    Deena & Brevon Knight
    Ellie & Tom Lawrence
    Margaret & Pierce Ledbetter
    Janie & Michael Lowery
    Amy & Cameron Mann
    Selena & Patrick McAdams
    Amber & DJ McCabe
    Karimeh & Spencer McDaniel
    Julia & Doug McDonald
    Laurie and Jeff Meskin
    Raven & Jon Moorehead
    Caren & Richard Nichol
    Sophie & Mat Parker
    Brett Robbs
    Lockie & Peyton Wade
    Meggy Muller & Jake Woodman

  • Celebrate Like a $100 Millionaire
    Start the night in style with the ARTrageous Pre-Party from 5:30-7PM. 

    Get early access to the celebration with an exclusive VIP experience that sets the tone for an unforgettable night that’s as elevated as the milestone we’re marking:

    As a VIP guest, you’ll enjoy:

    • Exclusive Entry through a one-of-a-kind, art-inspired entrance.

    • Elevated Cocktails & Curated Bites.

    • Special Entertainment designed just for our VIPs—surprising, immersive and unforgettable! 

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  • Thank you to our committed sponsors (as of 7.14.25):

    Presenting: First Horizon

    Tommie Dunavant
    Katherine and John Dobbs
    Ware Jones Realtors
    Mia and Paul Henley
    Diversified Trust
    American Material Handling
    Lucia and Ricky Heros
    Alma Del Jaguar Tequila & Waymar Gin House
    Conway Services
    Fish and Associates
    Molly and Jason Wexler
    Doug Carpenter & Associates

    To learn more about customized sponsorship opportunities, contact Jana Tayloe (jtayloe@artsmemphis.org; 901.578.2787).

Katherine and John
Dobbs

Mia and Paul
Henley

Lucia and Ricky
Heros

Molly and Jason
Wexler

As of 7.14.25

Tommie Dunavant