Black Tie Gala Kick-Off at Farmington Country Club. “The Play’s the thing!” (Branch Event)
October 13 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm EDT
The Charlottesville Branch of the English-Speaking Union cordially invites you and your guests to the Gala Kick-Off event at the Farmington Country Club.
Expect to comingle, sing, quaff, toast the King and the President, dine, laugh, be edified and bowled over with the exuberance, mirth, lyricism, comedic-tragic orations, dance, twists and turns of Shakespearian drama, embracing your spirits up close and personal!
Charlotte’s Villeins are set to take the stage, bringing Shakespeare to life with Comic, Tragic, and Historic scenes to delight all the senses. Of course, the program will begin with such traditions as the toasting of the King of England and President of the United States.
Attire is Black-Tie preferred.
Pricing and Details were provided in the email from President Phil Williams on 25 August 2026.
The room will be set with tables for 10. For reservations of six or more, advise to Phil Williams.