ALL PROCEEDS to equally benefit theater upgrades at BVC and AGPA Festival.
5:30pm • Cocktail Pre-Party
Music by The Dave Sharp Trio
Sponsored by Appanoose Rapids 1933
7:00pm • Champagne Toast
Dinner and Program
Andrew Varela has performed the role of Jean Valjean over 300 times on Broadway and National Tours. Andrew and other festival artists will perform throughout the evening.
RSVP BY NOON, MAY 23
641-684-7000
“AUDACIOUS SPRING ATTIRE ENCOURAGED!”
HOSTS
Andréa Edge & Thomas Roberson, AGPA
Dianne and Ted Haas, BVC, Inc.
Meet your emcee for the evening, Jesse Lawrence—part fundraising pro, part stage-stealer, and all heart. Jesse returns to Ottumwa and is ready to light up the Gala.
2025 Gala Menu
Amuse-Bouche
Heirloom Tomato Bruschetta: Crostini | Shaved Parmesan Cheese | Heirloom tomato confit | Greek Olive Tapenade | Basil Chiffonade Imported Extra Virgin Olive Oil | Aged Balsamic Vinegar from Modena | Smoked Sea Salt | Crushed Pink Peppercorns
Signature Salad
Spring Farmers Market Salad: Mixed Greens | Hearts of Palm | Asparagus | Cucumber | Heirloom Tomato | Shaved Red Onion | Goat Cheese Meyer Lemon Vinaigrette
Entrée Courses
BEEF: Petite Bistro Steak | Truffle Compound Butter
PORK: Locally Sourced Prime Rib of Pork | Raspberry Coulis
VEGETARIAN: Ratatouille Stuffed Portabella Mushroom
SIDES FOR ALL 3 ENTREES: Dauphinoise Potatoes & Locally Sourced Fresh Asparagus
Dessert
Raspberry Lemon Drop Cake: Lemon Cake | White Chocolate Mousse| Lemon Filling | Raspberry Jam | Fresh Mint