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Mihail S. Lari...
Since 1971, the show has grown enormously from its humble beginnings. The exhibition generated $15,000 for the Dana Farber Institute in the first year and about $850,000 over the last 19 years. Jimmy Fund Co-Chairperson Mihail S. Lari '89 says that organizers hope to reach the $1 million mark with this year's show. Ticket sales contribute more than 50 percent of the show's profits, but exhibition t-shirts and mailed donations also make up a part of the show's proceeds...
Many of the skaters who will be appearing at Bright Arena this weekend have won prestigious competitions. But Lari says he and the other organizers look for more that a winning record when inviting skaters to participate. "Just because a person won a competition doesn't mean we'll invite him," Lari says...
...skaters who perform do not receive any fees for appearing in the show. Nonetheless, Lari says, the lack of compensation does not deter skaters from participating in the event. "Since this is probably the best skating exhibition in the country, a lot of people want to be invited," Lari says...
...Evening With Champions," formerly "An Evening of Champions," has showcased many famous skaters over its 19-year history. Past participants include Dorothy Hamill, Debi Thomas, and Tai Babalonia and Randy Gardner. Lari says that many of the top-notch skaters come back year after year because of the show's relaxed atmosphere and because they have so much...