Olney Theatre Center's Annual Gala
We hope you can join us on April 22, 2023 as we come together to celebrate the arts! The evening will commemorate the accomplishments of John Kander and Fred Ebb, as well as the opening night of The World Goes 'Round.
Honorary Gala Chair
Cathy S. Bernard
Gala Committee Chairs
Mita Schaffer and Tina Martin
Show-only tickets are now available!
At this time we have reached full capacity for our Gala Dinner. If you would like to be notified in case of an opening, please contact the Advancement Team at advancement@olneytheatre.org. However, you can still join us for part of this magical evening! Show-only tickets for the opening night performance of The World Goes 'Round are available now here. Your ticket purchase for this performance is considered a contribution to our Gala and is therefore 100% tax deductible. You may also make an additional tax deductible donation to the event here.
2023 Gala Details
The evening will start with a special cocktail reception and dinner on our tented Omi's Pavilion. Guests will then join us in our Roberts Mainstage Theatre for the opening night of The World Goes 'Round, a co-production between ArtsCentric, Everyman Theatre, and Olney Theatre Center. Kevin McAllister directs this tribute to the legacy and careers of John Kander and Fred Ebb. The show explores their overriding faith in humans to persevere through good times and bad, and includes iconic songs from Chicago, Cabaret, Zobra, Kiss of the Spider Woman, and many more!
Thank you to our current Gala Sponsors. If you would like to join them and us for this momentous occasion, you can sign up as a Gala Sponsor here. Individual tickets to the Gala will go on sale soon.
If you have any questions about the evening, please contact Eleanor Sobczyk at esobczyk@olneytheatre.org or 301-924-4485 ext. 130.
Interested in learning about Corporate Sponsorship opportunities for the 2023 Gala? Please contact Michael Mercier at mmercier@olneytheatre.org or 240-722-6046 to learn more about the levels and benefits.
Access a Mailable Sponsorship Form Here:
Individual Sponsorship Levels & Benefits
We have estimated the fair market value of these sponsorships to be $125 per plate.
Executive Producer – $25,000
- Up to twelve (12) Gala tickets, including VIP seating for The World Goes ‘Round
- Recognition as an Executive Producer Gala Sponsor on all event materials and in 23-24 Season programs
- Concierge ticket service through the Advancement Dept. during the 23-24 Season
- A Kander and Ebb inspired gift
- A souvenir Gala program
- Early access to register for 2024 London Trip
- Invitation to celebration of the reopened Root Stage
- Invitation to technical rehearsal experience in the 23-24 Season
- Customized Behind-the-Scenes OTC experience
- Two (2) tickets to three (3) Olney Outdoors performances
- Waived rental fee for renting our space for a private event
- Invitation to the First Rehearsal of The World Goes ‘Round
Producer – $10,000
- Up to ten (10) Gala tickets, including preferred seating for The World Goes ‘Round
- Recognition as a Producer Gala Sponsor on all event materials and in 23-24 Season programs
- Concierge ticket service through the Advancement Dept. during the 23-24 Season
- A Kander and Ebb inspired gift
- A special Gala program
- Early access to register for 2024 London Trip
- Invitation to celebration of the reopened Root Stage
- Invitation to technical rehearsal experience in the 23-24 Season
- Two (2) tickets to three (3) Olney Outdoors performances
- Waived rental fee for renting our space for a private event
Director – $5,000
- Up to eight (8) Gala tickets, including seating for The World Goes ‘Round
- Recognition as a Director Gala Sponsor on all event materials and in 23-24 Season programs
- Concierge ticket service through the Advancement Dept. during the 23-24 Season
- A Kander and Ebb inspired gift
- A special Gala program
- Invitation to celebration of the reopened Root Stage
- Invitation to technical rehearsal experience in the 23-24 Season
- Two (2) tickets to two (2) Olney Outdoors performances
- Invitation to the First Rehearsal of The World Goes ‘Round
Advocate – $2,500
- Up to four (4) Gala tickets, including seating for The World Goes ‘Round
- Recognition as an Advocate Gala Sponsor on all event materials
- A commemorative item
- A special Gala program
- Invitation to celebration of the reopened Root Stage
- Invitation to the First Rehearsal of The World Goes ‘Round
Supporter – $1,500
- Up to two (2) Gala tickets, including seating for The World Goes ‘Round
- Recognition as a Supporter Gala Sponsor on all event materials
- A commemorative item
- A special Gala program
- Invitation to the First Rehearsal of The World Goes ‘Round
Gala Ticket Buyer – $400
- One (1) Gala ticket, including seating for The World Goes ‘Round
- A special Gala program
Show-Only Tickets – Available now here!
Photos from our 2021 Gala
If you have any questions about the evening, please contact Eleanor Sobczyk at esobczyk@olneytheatre.org or 301-924-4485 ext. 130
Interested in learning about Corporate Sponsorship opportunities for the 2023 Gala? Please contact Michael Mercier at mmercier@olneytheatre.org or 240-722-6046 to learn more about the levels and benefits.