Nevada Ballet Theatre announces the 30th anniversary of the Black & White Ball and doubling as a special 80th birthday celebration for its 2014 honoree and ‘Woman of the Year’, acclaimed star Florence Henderson to be held on January 25 at ARIA Resort & Casino, CityCenter.
Broadway, film and television star; singer, spokeswoman, humanitarian and motivational speaker, Florence Henderson’s career has spanned the entertainment industry from the 1950s until today. Henderson is best known for playing the “TV Mom” on the ABC sitcom The Brady Bunch.
“We have enjoyed 30 wonderful years of honoring pillars of our community as well as Broadway performers, lauded actresses, dancers, choreographers and other female luminaries who have not only contributed positively to the performing arts, but have brought awareness and much needed funds to the ballet,” says NBT Co-Founder and Board Co-Chair Nancy Houssels. “Florence Henderson’s astounding career has touched thousands of lives and encompassed every aspect of the arts and
entertainment world. We are more than excited to celebrate our30th anniversary as well as the start of her 80th birthday celebration.”
entertainment world. We are more than excited to celebrate our30th anniversary as well as the start of her 80th birthday celebration.”
In 2010, Florence Henderson was one of twelve featured celebrities on Dancing with the Stars, partnering with professional dancer Corky Ballas. She continues to make appearances in film, television, commercials and talk shows. She is a strong supporter of several charities including the City of Hope Cancer Research Center for which she is a spokeswoman and the House Ear Institute, dedicated to improving the quality of life for those with hearing loss.
Past honorees of the Black & White Ball include stars of stage and screen: Debbie Reynolds, Chita Rivera, Carol Channing, Celine Dion, Ann-Margret, Rita Rudner, Paula Abdul, Twyla Tharp, Bette Midler, Marie Osmond, Priscilla Presley, Eva Longoria and most recently Mitzi Gaynor.