The Jewel Ball – Prelude Party
The Jewel Ball Prelude Party officially kicked off the 2023 Jewel Ball season on June 1st at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. This year’s Debutantes, Gentlemen of The Jewel Ball, and Escorts were introduced to representatives from the Kansas City Symphony and The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, beneficiaries of The Jewel Ball. Guests enjoyed a rehearsal with Michael Stern and the Kansas City Symphony. Connie Mendolia and Pauline Henne served as the Prelude Party co-chairmen.
Featured in the June 24, 2023 issue of The Independent.
Photo credit: Wirken Photography
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