Brookwood Community Celebrates 40th Anniversaryby Intown StaffJanuary 28, 20230Shares00Chispa House Crew Photo Credit: Daniel Ortiz+10View GalleryBrookwood Community Celebrates 40th Anniversary1234567891011121314Audience at An Evening at the TheaterPhoto Credit: Daniel OrtizBrookwood Community Celebrates 40th AnniversaryBrookwood Citizens on the Red CarpetPhoto Credit: Daniel OrtizBrookwood Community Celebrates 40th AnniversaryChispa House CrewPhoto Credit: Daniel OrtizBrookwood Community Celebrates 40th AnniversaryCourtney and Matt MarshburnPhoto Credit: Daniel OrtizBrookwood Community Celebrates 40th AnniversaryCurtis and Tomitra WileyPhoto Credit: Daniel OrtizBrookwood Community Celebrates 40th AnniversaryFilmmakers Andrew and Ariel LevyPhoto Credit: Daniel OrtizBrookwood Community Celebrates 40th AnniversaryLynn Smith, Jeanie Janke, Christiana McConnPhoto Credit: Daniel OrtizBrookwood Community Celebrates 40th AnniversaryMattress MacPhoto Credit: Daniel OrtizBrookwood Community Celebrates 40th AnniversaryRosanna and Myron BlalockPhoto Credit: Daniel OrtizBrookwood Community Celebrates 40th AnniversaryRyan Bingham Greeting The Citizens before ConcertPhoto Credit: Daniel OrtizBrookwood Community Celebrates 40th AnniversaryRyn and Russell BowersPhoto Credit: Daniel OrtizBrookwood Community Celebrates 40th AnniversarySam and Frank Tucker Introducing Ryan BinghamPhoto Credit: Daniel OrtizBrookwood Community Celebrates 40th AnniversarySteve and Suzie SlaterPhoto Credit: Daniel OrtizBrookwood Community Celebrates 40th AnniversaryYvonne StreitPhoto Credit: Jacob Power PhotographyMore than 1,700 guests gathered at The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts to celebrate The Brookwood Community’s 40th anniversary of providing purpose for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.The Brookwood Community’s poignant celebration was a testament to the place that it is – a purpose-filled, joyful haven of inclusivity, empowerment, and beauty.Coined“An Evening at the Theater,”the night kicked off with a reception featuring cocktails, light bites, and a red carpet entrance to introduce the Citizens. As the beautiful crowd made their way inside, they were greeted by Honorary Chair Scott McClelland, who served as Emcee for the night, and Film Directors Ariel and Andrew Levy of Chispa House, who hosted the night. Attendees had the unique opportunity to watch the premiere of Chispa House’s documentary film“Finding Purpose: The Brookwood Story.”Perfectly capturing the magic of The Brookwood Community, the moving film highlights the amazing story of Brookwood as told by the Citizens who live and work there. In addition, one former “student” of Yvonne Streit, who is now a prominent actor in Hollywood, made a cameo appearance in the film, expressing his gratitude to her for saving his life.For a two-minute preview, watchFinding Purpose: The Brookwood Story Sneak PeekFollowing the film, award-winning musician,Ryan Bingham, took center stage and performed a private headliner concert.More than $1,000,000 was raised to benefit The Brookwood Community.What's Your Reaction?Excited0Happy0In Love0Not Sure0Silly000