Union Avenue Opera recognized its 25 years of performances and providing professional opportunities for gifted, emerging artists with a celebration at The Barnett on Washington. After dinner, guests enjoyed a performance by Kenneth Overton, Elise Quagliata and Marsha Thompson. [VIP Guests] Co-chairs Melissa Payton and Lauren Brickler; founder, artistic director and executive vice president Scott Schoonover; board president Marilyn Shepard.