Open Stage Virtual Gala 2020
Celebrate the Transformative Power of Theatre
Join us as we celebrate the theatre and pay tribute to our family of artists. This year, to protect the health and safety of our staff, artists and guests like you, we are pivoting to a virtual event celebrating the resilience of the theatre and of the loyal patrons who support us.
Fundraising is now until June 30. Any size gift will help us reach our goal of $25,000.
Donate
Join a Fundraising Team led by our fantastic Production Departments and help us cross the finish line! Thank you for being part of our story and ensuring that Open Stage can continue to create transformative theatre in the future.
After clicking "Donate" above click "Become a Fundraiser" and join a Production Department Fundraising Team today! We hope you will invite your networks to donate.
Join The Party
The Virtual Gala will culminate in an ONLINE PARTY with digital events on the evenings of June 25 & 26 on Facebook, and YouTube.
RSVP below to receive links for the Zoom "Happy (Half) Hour" and the livestreams.
Thursday, June 25th
7:00 PM EST
Opening Celebration
After an opening celebration and entertainment from the Court Street Cabaret singers, join us for a conversation between Producing Artistic Director Stuart Landon and members of our theatrical family. Stuart will be discussing the power of theatre to restore, inspire, and bring communities together.
Friday, June 26th
Dress up in your finest gala-wear and send your fabu selfies to gala@openstagehbg.com.
7:00 PM EST
Happy (Half) Hour
on Zoom (RSVP for link)
Start the evening with a happy (half) hour led by a professional bartender where you can learn how to mix your own signature cocktail!
7:30 PM EST
Celebrate the Artists
With help from students of The Alsedek Theatre School and the entertainers of the new Open Stage TV online show My Talented Friends Live!, the staff of Open Stage welcome you to an evening of comedy, music, and fun!
Date TBD
Party at Open Stage
We'll bring the platform from online to on-site at some point this season.
Donors who gift more than $100 (per guest) will be invited to 25 North Court Street when it's safe for us to gather and party!