The Vermont Burlesque Festival family has always been about more than glitter and glamour — we are a community built on love, resilience, and the power of coming together.

Today, we’re putting that spirit into action as we rally around one of our dearest friends: the incomparable Craig Mitchell.

Craig is not only a celebrated vocal artist, DJ, and local legend — he’s a vibrant soul who has brought light, rhythm, and joy to countless stages across Vermont, including ours. Recently, Craig was diagnosed with cancer, and now it’s our turn to bring the love back to him.

We encourage you to join a Benefit Gala and Art Auction on Monday, June 30, 2025, from 6–9 PM at Waterworks, 20 Winooski Falls Way, Winooski, VT.

🎨 About the Event

Presented by Big Blind and Craig Mitchell, this powerful evening will raise funds to support:

• Craig Mitchell’s healthcare costs

• Spectrum Youth and Family Services

• The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

• Arcadia Rescue

More than just a fundraiser, this is a celebration of life, art, and community.

🖼 The Art

Big Blind is offering up a stunning collection of artwork for auction — a curated experience of pieces ranging in style from Baroque, Rococo, Art Deco, Fauvism, to Art Nouveau. The collection includes table pieces, wall art, a piano, and more, appraised at over $610,000 in value. These aren’t just works of art — they are opportunities to make a meaningful impact.

🌟 Why It Matters

Craig Mitchell has given so much to Vermont’s arts and music scene. His presence has empowered artists, energized dance floors, and uplifted the lives of so many. Now, as he faces an intense fight, we stand beside him.

This event is more than a fundraiser — it’s a life-changing evening for Craig and for the causes he cares about.

📅 Save the Date:Benefit Gala & Art Auction for Craig Mitchell📍 Waterworks Event Space, 20 Winooski Falls Way, Winooski, VT🕕 Monday, June 30 | 6 PM – 9 PM

Let’s show up. Let’s lift up. Let’s dance, bid, and celebrate the life and art of Craig Mitchell and the organizations that help shape a better Vermont.

From all of us at the Vermont Burlesque Festival — we stand with Craig. 💖