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This isn't your grandmother's tea party.
Join us for an afternoon celebrating art, creativity, and the radical act of taking up space.
Sip tea, experience wearable sculpture in motion, meet the next generation of HOOPLA artists,
and become part of an afternoon where art refuses to whisper.
WHEN?
1- 4pm
October 4th, 2026
WHERE?
Old Murphey School
3717 Murphy School Rd, Durham, NC 27705
HOOPLA Rising
Runway Showcase
Meet the inaugural artists of HOOPLA Rising as they debut original wearable sculptures
created from reclaimed materials.
Hear each participant share their artistic statements, the ideas behind their work, and what taking up space means to them.
Why Does This Matter?
What To Expect
The Runway
HOOPLA Rising Participant Showcase
Suffragette White Collection
The soft debut of the latest HOOPLA collection in progress.
Performance
Spoken word and improvisational dance explore the history, power, and movement
of the hoopskirt.
Afternoon Tea
Tea, bites, sweets, conversation,
and community.
Live Drawing
Sketch live models in HOOPLA wearable sculptures during an outdoor, all-levels drawing session.
No experience necessary.
Funding Partners
Thank you to the individuals, businesses, and organizations whose financial support make
HOOPLA Rising possible.
Take Up Space Sponsor
Karen Kratz
Get Loud
Sponsor
Mike Potts
HOOPLA
Ally
Chris Bendoot
HOOPLA
Friend
Joe Williams
Jenny Hubert
Community Partners
HOOPLA is grateful for the organizations, businesses, and community partners who help make this work
possible through collaboration, donated services, venue support, and in-kind contributions.
Shared Visions Foundation
Silent Auction Donors
The silent auction is made possible by the generosity of local artists, businesses, and organizations who believe in creativity, community, and the next generation of artists.
Become a Sponsor
Interested in helping make the HOOPLA Tea Party possible?
We’re seeking sponsors and community partners who believe in creativity, sustainability, and creating opportunities for the next generation of artists.
Sponsorships help support the Tea Party, HOOPLA, and HOOPLA Rising while connecting your business or organization with a one-of-a-kind community arts experience.
Questions?
Get in touch!
