Just as a legal, ethical and perceptual firestorm raged around Livestrong founder Lance Armstrong, we received a handsome invitation to the foundation’s 15th anniversary gala.
The onstage talent includes heavy hitters like Robin Williams, Norah Jones and Stephen Marley.
Celebrity chefs Richard Blais, Antonia Lofaso, Angelo Sosa and Paul Qui will design and present the menu.
Artists will create an installation live during the evening. An auction will feature works by Ed Ruscha, Dustin Yellin and Patrick Martinez
There is no indication yet that the USADA sanctions will affect the star-studded party or the long-term viability of Austin-based anti-cancer foundation.
Anecdotal evidence from social media and an ongoing, informal poll of Austin leaders suggest that even some of his doubters feel the anti-doping agency went too far.
On another Armstrong fundraising note, the Birthday Bash for the Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders slated for Sept. 13 at his Mount Bonnell-area house is on.
“We don’t see anything changing,” says Michelle Krejci, director of the school’s foundation. “And we are looking forward to it.”
Stay tuned to statesman.com for the latest.