2025 Viva Health Gala

“Night of the Arts”

Friday, September 5, 2025

Guests will be immersed in a full
Night of Arts experiences while raising vital funds that directly support AEIVA, Alys Stephens Center, ArtPlay, and Arts in Medicine.

Ticket prices begin at $250 for an all-inclusive evening.

Honoring

Lydia Cheney and Jim Sokol

Lydia Cheney and Jim Sokol are strong advocates and supporters of the arts. They give generously of their time and resources to further the missions of arts initiatives across our community and beyond.

Cannot attend, but would like to make a tribute in honor of Lydia and Jim?

Give Tribute

Chairs

Valerie Thomas
David Loper
Katherine Glenn

Pictured: Lydia Cheney and Jim Sokol at UAB’s AEIVA.
Photography by Andrea Mabry.

We invite you to join us for an unforgettable Night of Arts experiences, created to showcase the best of our programming.

Immerse yourself in the world of art with:

  • An AEIVA Gallery, where you’ll have the opportunity to cast your ballot for a work of art to join the museum’s permanent collection
  • Arts in Medicine performances by medical personnel and students
  • Private performance by pop vocal group Wilson Phillips in the Jemison Concert Hall
  • Performance by ArtPlay’s youth singers to begin dinner

Sponsors and VIP Ticket Purchasers

  • Valet parking
  • Access to all pre-performance arts experiences
  • Complimentary beverages and hors d’oeuvres
  • Private performance by pop vocal group Wilson Phillips. (All tickets are premium A level, and seating is based on order of reservation. Your electronic ticket will be emailed to you the week of the Gala.)
  • Dinner by Helen Restaurant on the Sirote Theatre stage in the Alys Stephens Center. During dinner, guests will have the opportunity to meet and have their photo taken with the members of Wilson Phillips.
  • Performance by ArtPlay’s youth singers to begin dinner
  • After party to follow dinner at the Alys Stephens Center

Sponsorship Reservations

Sponsor Online

Sponsorship Levels

$1,500 // Single VIP Ticket
$10,000 // Honorees’ Circle: Includes 2 VIP Tickets
$12,500 // Sponsorship Table: All tables seat 8 VIP guests
$15,000 // Presenting Sponsor: Includes up to 10 VIP Tickets plus prominent recognition on promotional material and at the Gala.

We are happy to discuss customized benefit opportunities for you. Please contact Savannah DeRieux at sderieux@uab.edu or 205.934.9900.

Arts Experience Ticket Purchasers

$250

  • Valet parking
  • Access to all pre-performance arts experiences
  • Complimentary beverages and hors d’oeuvres
  • Private performance by pop vocal group Wilson Phillips. (All tickets are premium A level, and seating is based on order of reservation. Your electronic ticket will be emailed to you the week of the Gala.)
  • Access to After Party at the Alys Stephens Center directly following the concert including complimentary beverages and heavy hors d’oeuvres

Sponsorship Reservations

Purchase Arts Experience Tickets — $250

Sponsorship Levels

$2,500 // Supporting Sponsor: Includes up to 6 Arts Experience tickets plus prominent recognition on promotional materials and at the Gala.
$5,000 // Supporting Sponsor: Includes up to 8 Arts Experience tickets plus prominent recognition on promotional materials and at the Gala.

We are happy to discuss customized benefit opportunities for you. Please contact Savannah DeRieux at sderieux@uab.edu or 205.934.9900.