H ouston Arts Alliance’s effervescent 2025 gala Luminescence, brought artists, supporters, civic leaders and community members together for a night that glowed. Co-chairs Jereann Chaney , Alecia Harris and power couple Zsavon Butler and Nicholas Stuart welcomed 300 art believers to The Thompson hotel for the organization’s annual fundraising party, presented by H-E-B.

Houston Contemporary Dance Company , led by Marlana Doyle , started the evening off with a riveting performance showcasing avant-garde choreography.

Returning for her fourth year as emcee was ABC13 morning anchor Rita Garcia , who delivered opening remarks. Garcia then introduced the evening’s special guest — none other than Houston Mayor John Whitmire , who expressed his continued enthusiasm and suppor

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