Sunset Showcase,

About the event

Sunset Showcase combines elements from live entertainment concerts, health and wellness workshops, and immersive art exhibits for an experience that is both fun and entertaining while deeply impactful. Attendees are encouraged to explore holistic healing and social-emotional intelligence through curated interactive design and creative expression.

Why should you sponsor?

OUR IMPACT:

Over the past five years, BITS has successfully produced and hosted events in New Orleans that have fostered community and connection amongst over 400 artists. By creating a safe space to explore vulnerable topics, we are helping creative industries improve and maintain conditions for growth, safety, and sustainability. People working in the creative industries are three times more likely to suffer from a mental health problem than the general public, studies show. We are seeing a significant rise in mental health crisis, as creative industries become more exploitative and unsustainable. Without the artist, there is no industry for art. Art is often used for healing, yet there are minimal resources or support for those creating the art to heal themselves. To ensure artists/creatives have the necessary tools and skillset to sustain a successful creative career, there needs to be greater efforts in strengthening social-emotional skillbuilding and practicing radical vulnerability. We believe that by focusing on mental and spiritual development, we can empower music artists to cultivate a strong foundation of emotional well-being and resilience, ultimately reducing mental health crisis and expanding creative opportunity.

OUR REACH:

Sponsoring this event provides the ability to connect with an eclectic, diverse audience (average 21-35y.o.) of early adopters who have a passion for art, are open to unique experiences, and understands the benefits of investing in your local entrepreneurial community. We expect 250+ attendees at this year's event, mostly being artists/creatives, entertainment industry professionals, and mental health advocates. Promotional reach includes:

- 100k instagram users across brand and personal accounts
- 200+ member email listserv
- media and publication coverage including WHIV-FM, Gambit, local influencers - connection and collaboration with community leaders and local organizations

YOUR SUPPORT GOES DIRECTLY TOWARDS:

- equitable compensation for all artists, creatives, and staff

- material resources for interactive art installations

- promotional materials

- covering necessary rights and requirement fees

Together, we can ensure the continuity and sustainability of artistic growth here in our beloved city of New Orleans.

Raquel Haupt

Raquel, otherwise known as Rocky Raine, is a multidisciplinary artist, social entrepreneur, healing arts practitioner, educator, and event producer. With vast experience in music industry and psychosocial education, Raquel has dedicated her career to creating space for healing, expansive conversation, and emotional connection through artistic expression, immersive experiences, and community support. 

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