You're Invited! The Wilmette Theatre's 2nd Annual Gala

The Wilmette Theatre invites guests to its 2nd annual Gala, a celebration where the community, theatre lovers, philanthropists, local businesses, patrons and supporters of the theatre will come together all for a great cause. The special evening will take place on Saturday, September 12th, starting at 6:30pm, at Michigan Shores Club in Wilmette.

This year’s theme “THE METTE MASQUERADE” recognizes the many faces of theatre, which include movies, live theatre, comedy, music, special programming and Actors Training Center. The gala is one of the theatre’s major annual fundraisers aimed at supporting the theatre’s artistic, educational and community programming. “We have much to celebrate this year. So many exciting programs and partnerships to bring unique events to the Theatre, all made possible by the generosity of our community,” said Wendy Sharon, Executive Director of the Wilmette Theatre.

Party guests will be greeted by musical showcase performance of the Actor’s Training Center students during the cocktail reception. The evening will be emceed by Tim Soszko, theatre’s improv instructor, and chaired by Juli Carlin and Stefanie Rupp, and continue with a seated three course dinner and paddle raise. The evening concludes with a cabaret musical review of Broadway show tunes that will have guests singing their favorite musical.

The gala is generously sponsored at the Director Level by North Shore Community Bank & Trust Company who is also the theatre’s Community Sponsor; at the Actor Level by The Aldrich Family, North Shore Concierge, and Stacy Pritsker, and at the Understudy Level by Kessler Group and Boston Consulting Group.

The Wilmette Theatre is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) that offers a significant economic contribution to the community without receiving any government funding. More than 20,000 patrons pumped an estimated $1.4 million into Wilmette’s local economy. With revenues up 20% in 2015, the theatre continues to be a vibrant cultural hub of the community and downtown Wilmette.

Tickets are $150 per person or $1500 per table and can be purchased online: www.wilmettetheatre.com . Proceeds from the benefit will support the Wilmette Theatre’s artistic, educational and community programming.

Community Sponsor: North Shore Community Bank & Trust Company; A Branch of Wintrust Bank

Media Sponsor: Make It Better

About The Wilmette Theater:

More than 100 years after opening its doors, the not-for-profit 501 (c)(3) Wilmette Theatre continues to be the premiere multi-arts and performance center anchoring the downtown Wilmette business district. The theatre plays host to an eclectic mix of film, movies, concerts and live programs and is also home to the well-respected Actors Training Center, offering classes for kids, teens and adults. 1122 Central Avenue, Wilmette, IL, 60091. www.wilmettetheatre.com | (847) 251-7424

MEDIA CONTACT: Shelly Cellak | shelly@burgeonagency.com | 773.398.6154