Paraíso: Heaven and Earth

Graceful Essence and Gavino Production presents PARAISO: Heaven and Earth is an exclusive high-fashion gala of immersive art, culture, business networking and compassion. Launching of Sherwin Darrel's new Ethereal Collection. Event is happening on April 18, 2026, at 6:00 PM at the historic Church of the Redeemer, at Yorkville, the heart of the luxury district of Toronto.

This is an event that caters to business and influencial leaders, fashion-enthusiasts and artists come together to an evening of giving back to the community with portion of the proceeds go to the event's main benefactor. The Ryan Chisim Charity is dedicated to supporting Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG) research at The Hospital for Sick Children (famously known as SickKids).

Through this event, together we uplift the children's morale to fight for a better future tied to a memorable evening of an extraordinary experience:

• Network over cocktail and appetizers
• Set the vibe by our musicians
• Serenaded by powerhouse singers
• Captivated by opera singers
• Be in awe by choir singing
• Allured by ballet performance
• Lux sensory experience
• Heavenly vibe high-fashion runway with ethereal couture
• Graceful Essence: Beauty with a Purpose uplifts the next generation with its annual "Legacy in Motion award"
• Exclusive after-party in Yorkville at an upscale Parisian restaurant to further your business and dance the night-away until 1AM

All the listed performances is a $120 value if seen in different shows; Paraiso puts them all in one show at a lower price to truly immerse you to that elevated experience that Yorkville has to offer.

Get your tickets at an early-bird pricing of $80 (Regular $90), promotion ends March 18, 2026. Exclusive after-party $65 with limited tickets.

Attire: Black-tie

For inquiries, sponsorship, or partnership, please contact [email protected]

Info: Photos at the MET Gala inspired staircase (limited time so please come early if you want this experience), present your tickets at the registration, more photos at the red carpet, browse the sponsored booths, explore the 18th century heritage church, listen to the live ambient music, socialize and network over drinks and appetizers from our Parisian partner, locate your seats.

Info: Welcome speech from organizers. A few minutes of silence to solemnly pray. Speech from major partners and key note speakers. First runway of the event showcasing the benefactor.

Info: First live performance. Awarding of Legacy in Motion award. Second runway showcasing the luxurious cultural tapestry of MORO from the Philippines. Second live performance.

Info: Third runway of the event showcasing Graceful Essence: Beauty with a Purpose that bridges heaven and earth. Third live performance. Fourth live performance. Closing the runway with the Sherwin Darrel’s new Ethereal Collection.

Info: Closing speech. More networking for guests not joining the after-party. Strictly need to clear the area by 9:30PM.

Info: Strut your couture and fashionable outfits along the luxury street of Yorkville for 6 minutes towards the high-end Parisian restaurant for the after-party. Show your after-party ticket to enter the Paraiso-themed gate. Explore the Paraiso-themed decor and order your Paraiso-themed meal and drinks. Dance the night away on the dance floor. Enter the exclusive area by presenting your sponsorship tickets for a more private networking.

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