Fall Ball goes fine art, just don’t puke on paintings

If the theme of a dance is going to be classy elegance, there would be no more appropriate venue in all of Seattle than the Seattle Art Museum, as everyone know it is impossible for a museum not to exude class and elegance.

For Fall Ball this year, SEAC decided to keep things classy and elegant by not only hosting Fall Ball at the SAM, but sticking to a simple and classic black and white theme for tickets, promotions and the event itself.

"We're going classier this year, with a sleek design," said SEAC Fall Ball chair Evan Johnson. "The SAM is a pretty sleek, modern place, and we wanted that in the design."

The students of Seattle University seem to agree, with tickets selling out in only one week, even with 200 more tickets offered than last year.

The entire museum will be open for the duration of the dance, including the visiting exhibition, "Luminous: The Art of Asia." DJ Ben Garrison will be playing "DJ style top 40 hits," according to Johnson, under the cars in the lobby of the museum, and this year's event will feature karaoke on a projector in a separate part of the museum.

The facilities marketing manager for the SAM is also excited for the event to be held at this venue this year.

"SAM is thrilled that Seattle University has envisioned the museum as a place for the Fall Ball, as it speaks directly to some of our goals for Remix, in terms of engaging young adults in the museum's exhibitions, collections and programming," said Betsey Meacham. She also encourages attendees to visit the various exhibitions that will be open to ticket holders.

However, if the theme of a dance is going to be classy elegance, there would be nothing less appropriate than being crazy intoxicated at someplace as classy and elegant at the SAM.

"As long as you're respectful and cooperative and having a good time without obstructing others, then I won't bother you," Johnson said. "Also do not puke on any priceless works of art."

While past years at Fall Ball have proven more memorable for the shenanigans that happen at the event, rather than the venue or event itself, (remember the aquarium?), SEAC promises this year will be different.

"Last year was a success, and there will be no entrance whatsoever if you're belligerent," said Veronica Lim, the vice president for event operations for SEAC. "I like giving our students the benefit of the doubt that [they're] not going to be drunk."

In addition to the SAM's security staff that will be keeping the peace, SEAC will also have staff, along with representatives from ASSU and Student Activities. According to Johnson, the Seattle Police Department will also have a presence this year.

"Drunk people won't be a problem at all," Johnson said. "We'll have lots of people with eyes open. I want people to have a really good time and respect SEAC's work."

Although ticket have sold out, there will be two more chances to win tickets. On Wednesday evening, SEAC will be sponsoring a swing dancing event in Campion Ballroom at 7 p.m. where a drawing will be held for two tickets. On Thursday, there will also be a screening of the film "Waiting for Superman" where the last ticket will be offered in a raffle.

Olivia may be reached atojohnson@su-spectator.com