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KEEP A CHILD ALIVE'S BLACKBALL NEW YORK NOVEMBER 3, 2011 HAMMERSTEIN BALLROOM, NEW YORK LIVE AUCTION GUIDE

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LIVE AUCTION GUIDE

The highest bidder acknowledged by the auctioneer shall be the purchaser, who will confirm the sale by signing an auction form, which constitutes a legal contract to buy. The auctioneer reserves the right to settle any and all disputes, complaints, misunderstanding, errors and sales at his/her discretion. The auctioneer’s decision will be final. Payment for the auction lot is due within one week of event date, Thursday, November 3, 2011. You may pay by Check, Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover Cards. The auction item will be shipped the day after payment is received. Please pay attention to all the conditions, restrictions and expiration dates on items and services. Dates for all trips must be mutually arranged with the highest bidder. Keep a Child Alive hereafter (KCA) has attempted to describe and catalogue all items correctly, all items are sold “as is” KCA neither warrants nor represents, and shall in no event be responsible for the correctness of the descriptions, genuineness, authorship, provenance, or condition of the property. No statement contained in these auction pages or made orally at the sale or elsewhere shall be deemed such a warranty, representation, or assumption of liability of tax purposes or general value. All sales are final. No exchanges or refunds unless otherwise indicated. Values set for some items being auctioned are estimated only and are not warranted by KCA for tax purposes of general value. The amount of tax-deductible donation is limited to the excess of the

money paid for the auction item over the fair market value of the goods or services.

The Black Ball Live AuctionWITH Sotheby’s AUCTIONEER

MAARTEN TEN HOLDER

Maarten ten Holder, Managing Director of Sotheby’s North and South America, qualified as an auctioneer in Holland in 1999 after receiving his training in the

United Kingdom. Mr. ten Holder became a Principal Auctioneer in the Sotheby’s Amsterdam office, conducting sales in the Netherlands from 1999-2003.

After being appointed Deputy Managing Director of Sotheby’s Italy in 2002 and

mastering the Italian language, Mr. ten Holder became one of the central auctioneers in Italy. There he was responsible for the first Ferrari sale in Maranello, where he set a world record for the sale of a Formula 1 Ferrari. Mr. ten Holder has

also conducted sales in Germany, Switzerland, and China, as well as auctioneered in five languages.

In 2006, Mr. ten Holder came to Sotheby’s New York, and in 2007, was appointed Managing Director of North and South America, holding the

responsibility for the day-to-day management of Sotheby’s U.S. auction business. He conducts a number of the sales in the Sotheby’s New York office and across

the country.

Keep a Child Alive would like to extend a special thank you to Mr. ten Holder for lending his talent to the evening.

LOT 1

THE ART OF ILLUSION

Experience the world of illusion with the Magician of the Millennium, David Blaine. The magic begins with a private tour of David’s secret office where 10 children of all ages - ages 7-70 - will visit the sanctum where fantastic feats of endurance are imagined, tried and tested. The surreal encounter continues with a mesmerizing, once-in-a-lifetime performance from the master illusionist himself. Later, David will reveal the secret behind one of his legendary tricks that has mystified and beguiled audiences of all ages.LOT 5 Personal tour of David Blaine’s private offices for 10 children Performance by David Blaine Date restrictions will apply.

Estimated Value: $30,000.00 d Value: $40,000

SPECIAL THANKS TO: DAVID BLAINE

LOT 2

CINEMA GOES TO DINNER

Host the dinner party of the year with 9 of your closest friends and special guests, award-winning actors Naomi Watts and Edward Norton. Celebrity Chef Peter Callahan will orchestrate a one-of-a-kind meal in your home, indulging your guests bite by bite in a captivating array of stylish delights. Make film noir your cinematic theme for the evening, while you entertain modern-day masters of the milieu and friends.LOT 5 Dinner for 10 prepared by Chef Peter Callahan Celebrity guests will include Naomi Watts and Edward Norton Date restrictions will apply.

Estimated Value: $25,000.00 mated Value: $400

SPECIAL THANKS TO: EDWARD NORTON, NAOMI WATTS AND PETER CALLAHAN

LOT 3

NEON LIGHTS, OPENING NIGHTS

Grammy-award winning performer and passionate AIDS activist, Alicia Keys continues to wow us now as the producer of a brand new play on Broadway, Stick Fly. You and three guests can join Alicia on the opening night of Stick Fly, where you’ll walk the red carpet and watch the performance with our favorite new producer. And that’s just the beginning of the theatre experience of a lifetime! You will also receive two tickets to Hugh Jackman’s return to the New York stage in Hugh Jackman: Back on Broadway, with an opportunity to meet the Tony-award winning star. For the grand finale, you will receive four tickets to the highly-anticipated New York City Ballet performance of Ocean’s Kingdom, music by Sir Paul McCartney.LOT 5 4 tickets to Opening Night of Stick Fly on December 8, 2011 with Red Carpet

appearance and audience seating with Alicia Keys 2 tickets to Hugh Jackman: Back on Broadway (November 10, 2011 – January

1, 2012) and Meet & Greet with Hugh Jackman 4 first ring tickets to a performance of Ocean’s Kingdom during the company’s

winter repertory season (January 19, 21, 24, 27, or 29, 2012), on a mutually convenient date. Date restrictions will apply.

ESTIMATED VALUE: $15,000.00

SPECIAL THANKS TO: PETER MARTINS AND THE NEW YORK CITY BALLET, ALICIA KEYS AND HUGH JACKMAN

LOT 4

DIVINE DESIGN: PARIS FASHION WEEK EXCLUSIVE

The ultimate fashion fairy-tale will come true for you and a guest at Spring Paris Fashion Week 2012. Travel in style to the fashion capital of the world for the haute couture experience of a lifetime. Sit among the icons of fashion at Givenchy’s Autumn/Winter Collection, and meet the renowned Riccardo Tisci backstage after the show. Then take relaxation to its supreme during your two nights at the Ritz, the most famed hotel of all in the City of Lights. End your three-day fashion-filled weekend with the signature extravagance of Paris Fashion Week: your very own bag by Givenchy.LOT 5 2 Business/First tickets to Paris during Spring Fashion Week, courtesy of United

Airlines 2 night stay at the Ritz 2 tickets to the Givenchy fashion show Bag from Givenchy’s Fall 2012 Collection Date restrictions will apply.

ESTIMATED VALUE: $30,000.00

SPECIAL THANKS TO: THE RITz

LOT 5

GLAM SLAM WITH SERENA

Feel the heat of the competition and watch the players sweat as you experience the excitement of the first week at the U.S. Open Tennis Championship 2012 courtside! Meet the tennis champion herself, Serena Williams, and watch her play a match of your choice, alongside her family and friends in her personal viewing box. You and your guest will also receive 2 courtside seats for the day to watch as many other matches as you wish!LOT 5 2 courtside seats for one day at the US Open 2012 at Arthur Ashe Stadium,

Corona NY 2 seats in Serena’s family’s box to watch her match Meet & Greet with Serena Williams Set of 2 tennis rackets Dates restricted to the first week of matches (August 27-September 2, 2012),

on a day that Serena is playing.

ESTIMATED VALUE: $15,000.00

SPECIAL THANKS TO: SERENA WILLIAMS

LOT 6

EPICUREAN DELIGHTS/ IMMORTAL HEIGHTS

Captivate your senses with the supreme artistry of culinary genius, Daniel Boulud. You and three guests will feast on a six-course tasting menu designed and prepared by Daniel Boulud himself at his 3 Michelin star Relais & Chateaux restaurant, DANIEL. Served in the restaurants private skybox, your elegant meal will be accompanied by an incomparable fine wine pairing. Then, continue the fantasy and get in where no one else can with your four tickets to the sold –out premiere performance of Cirque du Soleil’s Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour. A riveting fusion of visuals, dance, music and fantasy, Cirque du Soleil’s performances immerse audiences in Michael’s creative world and literally turn his signature moves upside down!

Dinner for 4 prepared by Chef Daniel Boulud at Restaurant DANIEL in New York City 4 tickets to Cirque du Soleil’s sold-out premiere performance of Michael Jackson:

The Immortal World Tour (April 3, 2012) Date restrictions will apply.

ESTIMATED VALUE: $10,000.00

SPECIAL THANKS TO: DANIEL BOULUD AND CIRqUE DU SOLEIL

LOT 7

AND AMERICA’S NEXT TOP MODEL IS...

YOU. Learn how to rock the runway like a pro, from the pros of America’s Next Top Model. Go behind the scenes on location and learn how to unleash your inner Fierce with a makeover consultation, courtesy of Tyra. Then take your “Tyover” to new fashion heights in your own photoshoot with an America’s Next Top Model photographer.

A visit to the ANTM set Makeover consultation or “Tyover Haircut/make-up on set Styling for photo shoot Photo shoot on the ANTM set by a Top Model photographer The winner will also be sent photos from the shoot Date restrictions will apply.

ESTIMATED VALUE: $11,000.00

SPECIAL THANKS TO: TYRA BANKS

LOT 8

JEWEL IN THE CROWN

What inspires you at the Black Ball tonight could be your ticket to India tomorrow. You and a guest will fly Business Class from New York to New Delhi, where you will stay in a beautiful suite at the brand new Leela Hotel. You’ll meet the amazing team of Sher Singh and Exclusively.In, who will design you a line of custom clothing for him and her. You will also receive a 66ct natural ruby, hand cut by designer Munnu Kasliwal, which will be custom set for you by the Gem Palace. From Delhi, you will take a luxurious tour to one of the great Wonders of the World, the Taj Mahal, and then fly to Udaipur where you’ll eat and sleep like royalty in a former palace, and have drinks with an Indian Prince! The journey ends in Mumbai, where you’ll stay at the Oberoi and experience a very special Bollywood set tour.LOT 5 2 roundtrip Business Class flights from New York to New Delhi Accommodations at the brand new Leela Hotel, New Delhi; a Palace in

Udaipur curated by the Leela Hotel Group; and the Oberoi Hotel, Mumbai Custom clothing line for him and her, courtesy of Sher Singh and Exclusively.In Custom ruby setting by Gem Palace, up to $5,000.00 Travel valid between January 15, 2012 and November 31, 2012

ESTIMATED VALUE: $50,000.00

SPECIAL THANKS TO: GISELE THERIAULT, GEM PALACE

LOT 9

GOLFER’S PARADISE

Live the ultimate golfer’s dream with the one-and-only Centurion Trump Golf Membership. You will get exclusive access to 11 of the most sought after golf clubs worldwide – for the rest of your life. So whether your next adventure takes you to Los Angeles, the Hudson Valley, West Palm Beach or Puerto Rico, there will be an unparalleled five star experience awaiting you at every Trump National and International Golf Club location – including all courses that are developed in the future! You and your family will join an unrivaled niche in the golf marketplace that offers you a lifestyle of uncompromising personal service, luxury amenities and attention to detail. Your one-of-a-kind lifetime membership will also include access to Mar-a-Lago Club, one of the most highly regarded private clubs in the world (membership fees capping at $350,000.00).

Universal all-access level lifetime membership to all Trump golf properties (Bedminster, Colts Neck, Hudson Valley, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, Puerto Rico, Scotland, Washington D.C., West Palm Beach and Westchester), including properties developed in the future. Membership is extended to the immediate family of the holder, and is

irrevocable for the lifetime of the holder. Membership fees capped at $1,500.00 per month for the lifetime of the

membership - the holder will be responsible to pay the monthly membership fee of $1,500.00. A portion of the proceeds from this lot will benefit the Alonzo Mourning

Charities.

ESTIMATED VALUE: BEYOND

SPECIAL THANKS TO: ALONzO MOURNING

PLEDGE

THE BARBER’S DAUGHTERS MUCALINDA THE SERPENT

KING BRACELET

Mucalinda the Serpent King adjustable unisex bracelet, is a sensual, comforting embrace comprised of 36 grams of solid sterling silver.

The interlocking disks of this precious metal celebrate the parallel between Mucalinda’s support and protection of the Buddha during the challenges of his Enlightenment, and the Keep A Child Alive support for those affected with HIV.

PLEDGE

MR BRAINWASH LIMITIED EDITION

PRINTS

Each print is signed and numbered by the artist Mr Brainwash, with a thumb print on back. Title: Keep A Child Alive.

One of 125 Limited Edition Mr Brainwash screen print on archival art paper. The dimensions of the piece are 22” x 30”.

THANK YOU

Hidiyat KhanAjay Prasanna

VISA SUPPORT BY:Tamizdat

AUCTION LOTSAmerica’s Next Top ModelTyra BanksDavid BlaineDaniel BouludPeter CallahanCirque du SoleilNicole DavidExclusively.InGem PalaceGivenchyHugh JackmanMannu KasliwalRob KoslowskyFred LeightonPeter MartinsAlonzo MourningNew York City BalletEdward NortonZahra PhillipsEllen Healy PietropaoliNichole Rhodes

The RitzJennifer SencionSher SinghJill SmollerStick FlyGisele TheriaultUnitedNaomi WattsLaurel WellsSerena WilliamsAnna WintourDave WirtschafterLynisha Wright

AUCTIONEERMaarten ten HolderSotheby’s

LIVE AUCTION GUIDEAndy DownhamKandi MediaBob ScevolaGator Communications Group, LLC

PLEDGEThe Barber’s DaughtersMr Brainwash

Keep a Child Alive would like to extend its immense gratitude to the following individuals and corporations for their generous support:

A VERY SPECIAL THANK YOU TO: LISA FALCONE AND ALICIA KEYS, FOR MAKING SO MANY OF THE BEAUTIFUL LIVE AUCTION EXPERIENCES POSSIBLE TONIGHT.

AIDS DRUGS. ORPHAN CARE. FOOD. A FUTURE. KEEP A CHILD ALIVE