Uncovering the multitude's need for some filthy frivolity, Attack Theatre's annual Dirty Ball delivered once again. Saturday night's bash and pre-party event at the Cork Factory and the Pennsylvania Macaroni Company Warehouse sold out thanks to the anything goes attire, dirt cheap tickets ($45) and a steady flow of innuendo, dance and drinks.

Pam and Ken McCrory hosted the pre-party event, which included an intimate Attack Theater performance, which included the artistic directors and founders Peter Kope and Michele de la Reza. The evening celebrated Pittsburgh's anonymous donor for his/her support of the city's art and culture. In a letter read to guests, the anonymous donor explained his need to stay behind the scenes. "I can do things that no one will ever know about ... I can be a fly on the wall," said the donor in his letter.

Not so anonymous were all the people in party mode including ball co-chairs Lauren Bracey and Todd Owens, Tim McVay, Jessica Coup and Scott Bergstein, Dan Iddings, Dutch McDonald, Linnea Glick, Sid Ramchandran and Susan Gillis, and Nachum Golan with Stephen Hough. Rob Long's Clear Story did an amazing job of setting up the lighting and scafolding. Exotic dancers moved inside light boxes where only their shadows were visible, while VIP's chilled in the black and red velvet covered lounge created by Richard Parsakian. This is one ball that beats 'em all.

Point Park University had its sights set on the heavens Saturday night during its annual Starmakers Gala at the Pittsburgh Hilton. Showcasing musical theater, the benefit honored UPMC as the 12th recipient of the Performing Arts Partnership & Achievement Award. CEO Jeffrey Romoff (with Stefania) accepted for UPMC. A VIP reception with University president Paul Hennigan gave honorary chairs Francine and Jim Abraham and Nancy Washington a chance to mingle before the general reception and performances of Tony Award-winning Broadway tunes by The Conservatory of Performing Arts students. Among those applauding the talented were Dr. Stan and Mariann Geyer, Leon and Ann Haley, Tom and Ellen Golonski, Ron and Judy Davenport, Holly and Peter Eisenbrandt, Ann Lewis, Jimmy Miller, Harris Ferris, Richard Reed, Bill Trueheart and Ken Gargaro.

President of American Eagle Outfitters (Impact Company of the Year Award) Susan McGalla and former head of Heinz Endowments (Fred Rogers Good Neighbor Award) Max King were among those honored Tuesday night during the Junior Achievement Spirit of Enterprise Dinner & Awards Ceremony at the Westin Convention Center. Also honored were John Ryan III of Mine Safety Appliance and Robert Randall of TRACO.

Mary and D.A. Stephen Zappala Jr. chaired Central Catholic High School's 19th annual Viking Victory Auction "A Night of Stars and Stripes" at the Westin Convention Center Saturday night.

Actor Anthony Daniels ( "Star Wars" C-3PO), Carnegie Science Center director Joanna Haas and actor Mark Hammell (Luke Skywalker) were honored Wednesday night during the Carnegie Mellon University's induction ceremony into the Robot Hall of Fame at the Carnegie Science Center.

Event chair Mary McIntyre and guild president Marilyn Schwab during the guild's fashion show and luncheon yesterday at Duquesne University.

Helen Hanna Casey, Hoddy Hanna and Annie Hanna Cestra of Pittsburgh's premiere real estate family were honored during the Third Annual La Roche College Founders Gala Saturday night at the Carnegie Music Hall. Patriarch Howard Hanna Sr. was unable to attend.

Chair of the 30th Anniversary of the Lupus Luncheon and Fashion Show Donna Polito with Lupus Foundation director Deb Nigro at the Soldiers and Sailors National Military Museum and Memorial Saturday.

Kathy and Joe Guyaux hosted the Civic Light Opera Guild's annual Pink Tini Party at their Fox Chapel home Thursday night. The party was a prelude to the Pink Frolic Ball "Dinner at Tiffany's," May 10th.

Elizabeth and Judge Richard DiSalle during the Generations of Love Luncheon and Fashion Show at the LeMont Restaurant April 6.