All photographs courtesy of the S&R Foundation.
GEORGETOWN -- Friday evening in Georgetown was one full of non sequiturs, hidden surprises, and unexpected juxtapositions, as the
S&R Foundation hosted its second annual formal benefit geared towards the District's rapidly growing community of young professionals.
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Dubbed a 'Night Nouveau' with a special 'not for the quaint of heart' theme, the much talked about event drew hundreds of guests to historic
Halcyon House (built 1787) overlooking the Potomac River.
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Attendees were treated to an 'evocative and elegant evening' that boasted dancing, drinks, and dishes from some of the city's best food destinations (top-rated
Daikaya and
Sushiko were both sponsors).
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While an inherently formal affair by its nature, 'Night Nouveau' always injects a playful twist when it comes to attire, with 2013's inaugural benefit featuring a fun film noir theme. This year's celebration was no less playful and guests were quick to adapt to the suggested 'surreal cocktail' guidelines.
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For an extra $75 donation, VIP ticketholders were also treated to an exclusive Moet & Chandon champagne bar throughout the night in a reserved seating area, although most found it difficult to stray from the dance floor.
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Proceeds from Friday's benefit, which was presented by
Drs. Sachiko Kuno and Ryuji Ueno, are earmarked for the S&R Foundation's many programs in support of talented individuals in the fields of arts, sciences, and social entrepreneurship, with an emphasis on those especially focused on furthering international cultural collaboration.
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Kuno and Ueno purchased Halcyon House, as well as the even more impressive neighboring Everymay Estate, back in 2011. The former now serves as a self-described 'incubator of ideas and accelerator of social impact ventures', when not serving double duty as a surrealist playground.
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A perfect vehicle through which entrepreneurial dreams and market realities can be combined...