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REGISTRATION FOR EQUALUX 2024 is NOW CLOSED. 

This unforgettable night, with all proceeds supporting GSBA’s Scholarship & Education Fund, promises an array of exclusive live and silent auction items—from dream vacations to coveted studio recording sessions. Indulge in a gourmet feast surrounded by community, bask in LGBTQ+ love and pride, and sip on wines from local favorites like Aluel Cellars, the official EQUALUX Wine Partner. Begin the evening with welcome bubbles, courtesy of Rotie, and get ready for an electrifying performance by our incomparable Host Adra Boo.

Tickets sold out fast last year, so don’t wait! Secure your spot now and be part of the magic that is EQUALUX 2024.

Doors open and reception begins at 5PM

Forget the drab Seattle weather and think
festive and fun. Glitter. Sequins. This is your chance to
shine as we come together in a night of glitzy glam
celebration to raise funds to power the dreams of our
rising LGBTQ+ leaders.

GSBA is excited to introduce you to this year’s dynamic duo leading the evening.

Adra Boo

Seattle soul singer, emcee, curator, coach, City of Seattle Music Commissioner and Black Auntie, Adra Boo, navigates many spaces as a member of both of Simone Pin Productions and Dark Diamonds Burlesque, singer/songwriter for indie-soul duo Fly Moon Royalty and new wave noir band Hotels, as a solo entertainer, and she’s shared stages with local and internationally known music and burlesque performers. She also is the creator of #BlackHotSunday, events and showcases focused on Black people and Blackness to the front! A veteran performer on myriad stages, Boo has been compared to timeless musicians like Aretha Franklin and Tina Turner, unafraid to ruffle feathers or rouse would-be audiences. And while all of these efforts cause her to stand out in the city, it’s her work as an artistic liaison that has made her a local legend. You can find Adra HERE.

Sasha Summer Cousineau – Fundraising Auctioneer

Sasha Summer Cousineau, owner of Revel Rouser Events, is a fundraising auctioneer, gala emcee, and wedding officiant based in Seattle, WA. Sasha believes her clients make up the heart and moral compass of our communities which is why she is living her “OccuPassion” every time she gets to serve local non-profit organizations and educational institutions. A lifelong performer passionate about social justice, racial equity, and feminism, she is a skilled, experienced, and caring event professional who has a 360-degree view of events. In-person or online, you can bet that Sasha will bring her experience, talent, sparkle, and genuine care to her work. She is excited to serve as your fundraising auctioneer this evening and thanks you for your generous support of GSBA. Follow her on social media HERE. 

Anyone who has been to EQUALUX knows, the pours are iconic and this year we invite you to sip with Washington’s finest wineries. Joining us this year are:

Equalux Official Wine Partner: Aluel Cellars

Official Reception Bubbles Partner: Rotie Cellars

Also joining us in our Wine District with Complimentary Tastings are: Descendant Cellars, Two Vitners, Structure Cellars, Latta Wines, Michael Florentino Cellars, Cairdeas Winery, Eleven Winery, and Elsom Cellars.

This year’s menu has 3 main course options, Braised Beef Short Ribs, Herb Roasted Salmon, or a Yukon Gold and Caramelized Onion Terrine.

Braised Short Ribs

Appetizer
Wild mushroom risotto with Truffle cheese

Salad
Roasted Red and Golden Beets Frisee, goat cheese, candied pecans with wildflower honey vinaigrette

Entree
Braised Beef Short Rib with Sweet Potato Puree, brussel sprouts, and green peppercorn jus

Herb Roasted Salmon

Appetizer
Roasted parsnip and tarragon bisque (vegan)

Salad
Roasted Red and Golden Beets Frisee, goat cheese, candied pecans with wildflower honey vinaigrette

Entree
Herb Roasted Salmon and Wild Mushroom quinoa, butternut squash pureee and fried kale

Yukon Gold and Caramelized Onion Terrine

Appetizer
Roasted parsnip and tarragon bisque (vegan)

Salad
Roasted Red and Golden Beets Frisee, goat cheese, candied pecans with wildflower honey vinaigrette

Entree
Yukon Gold and Caramelized Onion Terrine over Ratatouille, roasted red pepper coulis

All tables get alternating dessert choices with a vegan choice upon request:

Chocolate Cherry Tart, Vanilla Whipped Ganache, Branding Cherries

or

Sassafras Cheesecake, Spiced Cream, Apple Caramel