The Pointe Ball, described as one of Birmingham’s most anticipated black-tie events, was held Jan. 24 at The Club in Homewood.
The event celebrated the Alabama Ballet’s season of performances and its professional dancers.
All proceeds from the Pointe Ball benefit Alabama Ballet’s outreach and education programs.
The event began with an intimate performance by the Alabama Ballet’s professional company members in the ballroom.
Following the performance, guests joined Tracey Alvey, artistic director, and members of the company for a gourmet dinner.
As dessert was served, the Soul Searchers took the stage to play dance music for guests.
Flowers and decorations for the 2014 Pointe Ball were by Hot House Designs.
Honorary chairmen for the ball were Susan and Wyatt Haskell. Lindsey Lacey and Jessica Naftel were chairmen. George E. Wilbanks was the corporate chairman. Megan Cottle is the executive director of the Alabama Ballet.
Those attending the 2014 Pointe Ball included Ensley Darnall, Courtney Stephens, Drs. Susan and Morgan Eiland, Mary Goodrich, Katherine and Jim Hansen, Braxton Goodrich, Mike Goodrich, Allen Kilgore, Elizabeth Goodrich and Scarlotte Kilgore.
Also enjoying the evening were Jack Darnall, Dan Thomason, Michael Choy, Page Naftel, Sarah Warburton, Emily Holmes, Carla and Tom Gale, Edna Alderman and Kacy Mitchell.
