Celebration Brunch

Join us for brunch at the Crown & Anchor, joined by our celebrated guests, Dana Ivey, Robert Bogue, and former US Poet Laureate William Jay Smith. Enjoy inspirational eggs and fall under the influence of a mimosa from the Central House Restaurant, as you rub elbows with our stars. More >>

Opening Party - Under the Influence

The place to be in Provincetown! Come to The Crown & Anchor for great hors d’oeuvres from the Central House Restaurant. Hit the dance floor, plunge into the music and, of course, fall under the influence of your favorite cocktail. Your weekend just began. More >>

Closing Party - The Last Note

The festival wraps up with a party not to be forgotten. Bid adieu to the artists, volunteers, and staff that make the festival happen, not to mention new friends you have made over the weekend. Food will adorn tables, and cups will overflow as we award our top volunteers with dubious prizes. Be the first to get a sneak peek at our plans for 2011 – the centennial of Williams’s birth. More >>

Welcome Dinner - Sunset Inspiration

Be inspired by great food in a great setting! We welcome our festival donors and invite them to share a meal with festival artists, staff and volunteers. Find inspiration on the deck of the Boatslip Resort with an early fall Provincetown harbor sunset, a sumptuous buffet from Far Land Provisions, cash bar, and of course great conversation! The only way to start your festival weekend. More >>

Celebrity Cocktail Party

Meet and greet our stars in an amazing space. Meet legendary actress Dana Ivey, Robert Bogue of TV’s Guiding Light, and Jodie Markell, director of the TW Film, "Loss Of A Teardrop Diamond." You never know who’ll be sipping sake with you… this party is not to be missed! More >>

Jazz Revival Mixer

Retire to the Harbor Lounge for a mixer, and chat at your leisure with the actors, directors and crews from the shows you have been enjoying. Join the post-mourning cast of the Stella Brooks Jazz Funeral, in conversations backed by some mellow tracks and a cash bar. Get up close and personal with your festival favorites… and all that Jazz! More >>

Donor Wine Tasting

Stroll to the back garden of the Waterford Inn for an event that becomes more popular every year. Sustaining donors and passholders are invited to a private wine tasting we think worthy of Mr. Williams himself. Sample a heavenly assortment of finger food from the outstanding Waterford kitchens. Influence your palette with bold reds and crisp whites. More >>

Escape into the Dark Mixer

Descend into the Wave Bar for an after-dark, DJ-infused sociability. Meet the Escape team from DanszLoop Chicago, and rub elbows with film guru John DiLeo. If you want to discuss his private clips, Laughing in the Dark with Tennessee, lubrication can be provided by a drink special or two… More >>

Orpheus Mixer

After an afternoon of exploring the participating galleries of the Far East End and seeing Williams’ Orpheus Descending, join us at the Berta Walker Gallery for a post-show mixer. Meet the cast of Orpheus, and the artists whose work you have just seen in the Galleries ... find out first-hand what influences them. Enjoy wine and hors d’oeuvres, and meet new friends. More >>