Utica's Mardi Gras Extravaganza now celebrates its 12th year, and is one of the Mohawk Valley’s most anticipated events. This is Sculpture Space's signature event, "Mardi Gras 2012" takes place on February 08, 2012, 5 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. at the Radisson Hotel-Utica Centre Ballroom, Utica, NY. Live music will be provided by the acclaimed band Captain Squeeze & the Zydeco Moshers. Renowned internationally for its exquisitely crafted life-size puppets, the Catskill Puppet Theatre will present towering dancing marionettes that will parade and perform on the dance floor. There will be a variety of authentic Cajun food, open bar including our signature drink, costume contest, dancing. For those who get inspired, there are dancing platforms and lots of beads and plumes. Sale tickets are $125.00 per person. For more information, please call Sculpture Space at 315-724-8381. Participating in the "Mardi Gras 2012" is a great opportunity to support a unique organization such as Sculpture Space. Proceeds from tickets sales and sponsorships benefit artist and community programs at Sculpture Space. Sculpture Space is the only artist-in-residence program of its kind in North America. The Radisson Hotel-Utica Centre, is offering a specially priced overnight package for $179.00 for revelers that includes 2 tickets to the " Mardi Gras 2012", overnight accommodations, and continental breakfast. Please call the Radisson at (315) 797-8010 for more information. For sponsorship information and general inquiries, please contact
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