Get an insider's perspective on the mastery behind Pixar's computer-animated creations at a benefit to support the Cartoon Art Museum, held at the studio's Emeryville campus.
Wine, hors d'oeuvres and access to a stunning gallery exhibition featuring the pre-production artwork from RATATOUILLE, as well as other fine artwork by Pixar employees, will start at 6:00 pm. Beginning at 7:00 pm, guests will be escorted into Pixar's state-of-the-art theater for a presentation hosted by Dr. Michael B. Johnson, lead, Moving Pictures Group at Pixar. Featured guest speakers will include:
* Sharon Calahan (Director of Photography: RATATOUILLE, FINDING NEMO, TOY STORY 2, A BUG'S LIFE) * Dylan Brown (Supervising Animator: RATATOUILLE, FINDING NEMO, TOY STORY 2) * Mark Andrews (Story Supervisor: RATATOUILLE, THE INCREDIBLES)
Guests will also be treated to the premiere screening of the new Pixar short OUR FRIEND THE RAT, with commentary by director Jim Capobianco.
The screening will be followed by coffee and dessert, at which time guests will have an opportunity to converse with the speakers and other Pixar employees.
This event is expected to sell out quickly and there are only a limited number of seats available.
Tickets are $200 ($150 for Cartoon Art Museum members). Reserved tables for ten are available for $2,500. Call 415-227-8666, ext. 300 to purchase tickets. Tickets will not be sold at the door.
For more information, visit www.cartoonart.org.
