30th Anniversary Gala
THE FUTURE IS NOW at Two River Theater!
Join us for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate three decades of producing great American theater.
Two River Theater is more committed than ever to bringing theater to our community and beyond. We are honored to have your support as we continue to push boundaries and innovate. Your presence at this year’s gala will help ensure we remain a dynamic cultural destination for generations to come. We can’t wait to share it with you!
For more information on tickets and sponsorship packages, please contact Thomas Dougherty at tdougherty@trtc.org or 732.345.1400 x 1806.
PHOTOS
6PM
7PM
on the Rechnitz Stage!
8PM
Live music by the Moroccan Sheepherders
Artist Bio
Andrew Polec
ANDREW POLEC West End: Strat in Bat Out of Hell (London Coliseum, Dominion Theatre; The Joe Allen Best West End Debut Award). Off-Broadway: The Beautiful Lady (La Mama), The Fantasticks (Theatre Center). Regional: The Grinch in Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas, Hair (Broadway World Award), Crime and Punishment A Comedy (Old Globe), Legacy of Love (Bucks County Playhouse), The General from America (Hudson Valley Shakespeare), Ivanov, A Christmas Carol (Trinity Repertory Company), Where the Wild Things Are (Providence Fringe Festival). Film/Television: “Katy Keene,” “Prodigal Son.” Recordings: “Disillusioned Funk.” Other: Kurt Weill/Lotte Lenya Artist, 2021 First Prize Winner of the Lotte Lenya Competition. Education: B.A.s in English, Music from University of Rochester, M.F.A. in Theatre from Brown University. @andrewpolec
SUPPORTER BENEFITS
All proceeds of this event will benefit the programs and services of Two River Theater. Scroll to see all available supporter levels! If you have purchased a Sponsorship, the deadline to place an Ad, as part of your benefits, has passed. If you have any questions regarding Ad Journals or your purchase, please email tdougherty@trtc.org
TRIPLE CROWN
$50,000 SOLD OUT
- Premium seating for (12) at anniversary gala dinner and performance
- Receive a special keepsake for you and your guests: the 30th Anniversary Celebration Journal
- Exclusive car service transporting you to and from the gala event
- Full page advertisement in ad journal
- All benefits previously listed
THIRTY, FLIRTY AND THRIVING
$30,000 SOLD OUT
- Premium seating for (12) at anniversary gala dinner and performance
- Underwrite (6) tickets to the anniversary gala dinner and performance for community partners, local organizations or artists
- Full page advertisement in ad journal
- Two bottles of Veuve Clicquot Brut for the table
- Logo on event step and repeat
- All benefits previously listed
THREE RING CIRCUS
$15,000 SOLD OUT
- Premium seating for (10) at anniversary gala dinner and performance
- Underwrite (5) tickets to the anniversary gala dinner and performance for community partners, local organizations or artists
- Full page advertisement in ad journal
- Early access to exclusive behind-the-scenes time-lapse video that will be shared on social media
- Acknowledgment in behind-the-scenes time-lapse video
- All benefits previously listed
TRIPLE THREAT
$10,000 SOLD OUT
- Preferred seating for (8) at anniversary gala dinner and performance
- Underwrite (4) tickets to the anniversary gala dinner and performance for community partners, local organizations or artists
- Half page advertisement in ad journal
- Recognition in press releases for event
- All benefits previously listed
THIRD TIME’S A CHARM
$6,000 SOLD OUT
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Seating for (6) at anniversary gala dinner and performance
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Half page advertisement in ad journal
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Unique Two River Theater 30th Anniversary merchandise for you and your guests
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All benefits previously listed
THREE WISHES
$3,000 SOLD OUT
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Seating for (4) at Anniversary Gala Dinner and Performance
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Quarter page advertisement in ad journal
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Exclusive event swag bag for you and your guests
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All benefits previously listed
THREE’S COMPANY
$1,000
- Seating for 2 guests at Anniversary Gala Dinner and Performance
- Recognition as a supporter in signage, collateral materials, and Two River website
- Complimentary valet
INDIVIDUAL TICKET
$450
Limited Availability. Includes one ticket to 30th Anniversary Gala with complimentary valet.
UNDERWRITING & AD JOURNAL OPPORTUNITIES
UNDERWRITING
Click to purchase level.
Event Underwriter — $10,000 SOLD OUT
Dinner Underwriter — $7,500 SOLD OUT
Entertainment Underwriter — $5,000 SOLD OUT
Program and Auction Underwriter — $5,000 SOLD OUT
Cocktail Reception Underwriter — $3,500 SOLD OUT
Décor Underwriter — $2,500 SOLD OUT
Valet Underwriter — $1,500 SOLD OUT
Photobooth Underwriter — $1,000 SOLD OUT
For your tax records, please note this underwriting contribution is fully tax-deductible as no goods or services were received in exchange for this gift.
AD JOURNAL
Click to purchase level.
Outside Back Cover —$2,000 SOLD OUT
Inside Front Cover —$1,500 SOLD OUT
Inside Back Cover —$1,500 SOLD OUT
Full Page Color — $725 SOLD OUT
Half Page Color — $500 SOLD OUT
Quarter Page Color — $300 SOLD OUT
Shout-Out (2 lines, no logo) — $150 SOLD OUT
If you have purchased a Sponsorship, the deadline to place an Ad, as part of your benefits, has passed. If you have any questions regarding Ad Journals or your purchase, please email tdougherty@trtc.org
Three Cheers to our Generous Sponsors
This list is as of May 1, 2024.
TRIPLE CROWN
Joan Rechnitz
THIRTY, FLIRTY AND THRIVING
THREE RING CIRCUS
Elizabeth, Myles, and Kevin Columbo
TRIPLE THREAT
The Kroon Family
Roberts & Holland LLP
THIRD TIME’S A CHARM
Marilyn and Robert Broege
The Honorable Edward J. McKenna, Jr.
THREE WISHES
Delisha Grant
Barbara and Joseph Hollander
Samuel Huber and Catherine Weiss
Shirley and Robert Neff
JP Nicolaides and The Honorable Ed Zipprich
Lauren Nicosia
Anne Marie Schultz
Cathy Pugliese-Sivo and Tom Sivo
THREE’S COMPANY
Dr. Eugene and Mrs. Patricia Cheslock
Farah del Pilar and Tony Lau
Jersey Coast Family Law
Nora and Kenny King (2)
John and Robin Klein
Brian and Joanna Leddin
Suzanne Longley and Guy Gsell
Charles and Theresa Mattina
Nyire Melconian
Bruce Meltzer and Tom McCormack
Paula and Larry Metz
Monmouth County Tourism
Magda and James Muka
Edward Potosnak III
Patricia and Vernon Ralph
Lori and Geoffrey Sadwith
Bruce Sherrill and Robert Cordrey
Maureen Silliman
Kathryne and Richard Singleton
Matthew Sivo
Thomas and Donna Snider
Sodon Electrics
Joanne and Darwin Spears
Lynn and William Spector
Chryssa Yaccarino, Esq. and Ronald L. Reisner, J.S.C. (Ret.)
UNDERWRITING
Mr. & Mrs. Robert L. Barrett, Jr.
Nancy Karpf
Nora and Kenny King
Angela Kluwin
Lauren Nicosia
Cathy Pugliese-Sivo and Tom Sivo
Chryssa Yaccarino, Esq. and Ronald L. Reisner, J.S.C. (Ret.)
TICKET BUYERS
180 Turning Lives Around
Robert and Marie Arbour
Dr. Ann Bagchi
Mr. & Mrs. Robert L. Barrett, Jr.
Amanda Butterbaugh
Grace Conte
Gayle Dougherty
Jeremy and Sabrina Grunin
Count Basie Center for the Arts
Vincent Mazza
Monmouth County Historical Association
New Jersey Theater Alliance
Sean O’Connell
Jeffrey Roffman and Barbara Befler
Alan Saroff
Julie Saltman
Dr. and Mrs. Leonard Waldman
YMCA of Greater Monmouth County
GALA COMMITTEE
Gala Co-Chairs
Marilyn and Robert Broege
Joanna and Brian Leddin
Event Committee
Ann Bagchi
Elizabeth and Robert Barrett
Stephanie Giordano
Molly Kroon Jakubecy
Nora and Kenny King
Robin Klein
Kathy and Chuck McQuillan
Paula and Larry Metz
Magda and James Muka
Bridget and Jerry Murphy
J.P. Nicolaides and the Honorable Ed Zipprich
Lauren Nicosia
Tori Sickles O’Brien
Cathy Pugliese-Sivo and Tom Sivo
Patti and Vernon Ralph
Joan Rechnitz
Lynn and William Spector
Mary Carol Stunkel