Two River Theater's
Spring Gala 2026
Our annual Spring Gala makes its debut at Park Loft on April 30, 2026! Chaired by Board Member Cathy Pugliese-Sivo and Thomas Sivo, this evening celebrates over three decades of Two River Theater’s theatrical and community work, including the annual presentation of its Community Spotlight Award. This year, Two River is honored to present this recognition to Monmouth University, a long-time collaborator and a community anchor in New Jersey.
The evening will start with a cocktail hour, followed by dinner and the award presentation. Cap your evening off with dessert and a post-dinner celebration.
Contact Development Assistant, Catherine Hill at chill@trtc.org or 732.345.1400 x1820 for more information.
6PM
7PM
9PM
SPOTLIGHT AWARD
Part of Two River Theater’s core values is making theater a welcoming resource for all. We achieve this through a myriad of programs and partnerships, centering our community. In this spirit, we want to celebrate our essential partnerships, spotlighting important voices at our Gala.
Two River is honored to present this recognition to Monmouth University, a long-time collaborator and anchor organization in the greater New Jersey landscape.
Spring Gala 2026: Sponsor Levels and Benefits
All sponsors receive:
-One (1) swag bag per guest
-Recognition as a sponsor on event signage
-Complimentary valet
$500 Ticket
- Seating for one (1) to Gala cocktail hour, dinner featuring a premium bar
- Ticket for one (1) to Gala performance
- NEW: Recognition on Gala webpage
$1,200 Sponsorship Package
- Tickets for two (2) to Gala cocktail hour and dinner featuring a premium bar
- Tickets for two (2) to Gala performance
- Tickets for two (2) to post-show party
- NEW: Signed Gala Ad Journal by the event’s evening performers
- NEW: Elephant Shoes show swag
- Previously listed benefits
$2,500 Sponsorship Package
- Tickets for four (4) to Gala cocktail hour and dinner featuring a premium bar
- Tickets for four (4) to Gala performance
- Tickets for four (4) to post-show party
- NEW: Invitation for two (2) to attend a special meet & greet with cast of Elephant Shoes on the first day of rehearsal
- NEW: Recognition in Gala printed materials
- Previously listed benefits
$5,000 Sponsorship Package
- Tickets for six (6) to Gala cocktail hour and dinner featuring a premium bar
- Tickets for six (6) to Gala performance
- Tickets for six (6) to post-show party
- NEW: Priority seating for six (6) for Gala dinner
- NEW: Quarter page advertisement in Gala ad journal
- NEW: Invitation for two (2) to an exclusive designer presentation for Elephant Shoes
- NEW: Recognition in Gala press releases and printed materials
- Previously listed benefits
$10,000 Sponsorship Package
- Tickets for eight (8) to Gala cocktail hour and dinner featuring a premium bar
- Tickets for eight (8) to Gala performance
- Tickets for eight (8) to post-show party
- NEW: Premium seating for eight (8) for Gala dinner
- NEW: Half page advertisement in Gala ad journal
- NEW: Invitation for two (2) to attend the sitzprobe* for Elephant Shoes
- NEW: Eight (8) tickets to any show of your choosing for the 2026/27 Season+
- Previously listed benefits
$15,000 Sponsorship Package
- Tickets for ten (10) to Gala cocktail hour and dinner featuring a premium bar
- Tickets for ten (10) to Gala performance
- Tickets for ten (10) to post-show party
- Premium seating for ten (10) for Gala dinner
- NEW: Tableside champagne service for you and your guests
- NEW: Full page advertisement in Gala ad journal
- NEW: Logo or name on event step and repeat
- NEW: Invitation for four (4) to attend a technical rehearsal for Elephant Shoes
- NEW: Invitation for four (4) to attend the sitzprobe** for Elephant Shoes
- NEW: Invitation for four (4) to an exclusive designer presentation for Elephant Shoes
- NEW: Invitation for four (4) to attend a special meet & greet with cast of Elephant Shoes on the first day of rehearsal
- NEW: Ten (10) tickets to any show of your choosing for the 2026/27 Season+
- Previously listed benefits
$25,000 Sponsorship Package
- Tickets for 12 to Gala cocktail hour and dinner featuring a premium bar
- Tickets for 12 to Gala performance
- Tickets for 12 to post-show party
- NEW: Premier seating for 12 for Gala dinner
- NEW: Underwrite five (5) Spotlight Award community tickets
- NEW: Backpage full-page advertisement in Gala ad journal
- NEW: Sponsor recognized during the dinner remarks
- NEW: Post-Elephant Shoes performance private champagne toast with cast members for four (4), including show tickets*
- NEW: Invitation for six (6) to attend a technical rehearsal for Elephant Shoes
- NEW: Invitation for six (6) to attend the sitzprobe* for Elephant Shoes
- NEW: Invitation for six (6) to an exclusive designer presentation for Elephant Shoes
- NEW: Invitation for six (6) to attend a special meet & greet with cast of Elephant Shoes on the first day of rehearsal
- NEW: Twelve (12) tickets to any show of your choosing for the 2026/27 Season+
- Previously listed benefits
Two River Theater is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. This event takes place during the fiscal year from July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026.
Sponsorship pledges may be payable up until June 30, 2026. Donations are fully tax-deductible less the value of goods and services received.
*Date to be discussed and dependent on availability.
**Sitzprobe is the unique behind-the-scenes opportunity to sit with the cast for their first sing-through of the score.
+ Does not include Opening Night.
UNDERWRITING OPPORTUNITIES
Click to purchase level.
Dinner Underwriter — $12,500
Lead recognition on event signage, event webpage and emails, and on Gala Ad Journal program page; opportunity to include customized merchandise in swag bags; logo/name featured on event social media posts.
Performance Underwriter — $10,000
Prominent recognition on event signage, event webpage and event emails, and on Gala Ad Journal program page; opportunity to include customized merchandise in opening night swag bags.
Cocktail Reception Underwriter — $7,500
Prominent recognition on pre-dinner collateral material, with recognition on event signage, event webpage and emails, and in Gala Ad Journals.
Floral Underwriter — SOLD OUT
Prominent recognition on event table signage, with recognition on event signage and in Gala Ad Journals.
Valet Underwriter — $3,500
Prominent recognition on valet drop-off signage, with recognition on event signage and in Gala Ad Journals.
Décor Underwriter — $2,500
Recognition on event signage and in Gala Ad Journals.
Swag Bag Underwriter — $1,000
Recognition on swag bags and in Gala Ad Journal.
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 OPPORTUNITIES
Click to purchase level.
Outside Back Cover — $2,000
Inside Back Cover — $1,500
Full Page Color — $725
Half Page Color — $500
Quarter Page Color — $300
Shout-Out — $150
GALA COMMITTEE
Gala Co-Chairs
Cathy Pugliese-Sivo & Thomas Sivo
Event Committee
Dr. Ann Bagchi
Marilyn & Robert Broege
Joanna Connelly
Kanesha Jones
Robin Klein
Molly Kroon Jakubecy
Joanna & Brian Leddin
John McEwen
Paula & Larry Metz
Magda & James Muka
Barbara Levy-Hollander & Joseph Hollander
JP Nicolaides & The Honorable Edward Zipprich
Sean O’Connell
Michael Parent
Michelle Piazza
Honorary Committee
Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners
Thomas A. Arnone, Director
Susan M. Kiley, Deputy Director
Dominick “Nick” DiRocco
Ross F. Licitra
Erik Anderson
Standing Ovation to our Generous Sponsors
This list is as of Mar 13, 2026.
$15,000
$10,000
The Kroon Family
$5,000
Marilyn and Robert Broege
Barbara and Joseph Hollander
Nancy Karpf
Anne Marie Schultz
$2,500
Samuel Huber and Catherine Weiss
Kenny and Nora King
Lauren Nicosia
Michael Parent
Cathy Pugliese-Sivo and Tom Sivo
$1,200
Dr. Ann Bagchi
Bruce Sherrill and Robert Cordrey
Kanesha Jones
Curtis and Trish Krietzberg
The Honorable Joseph and Dr. Susan Kyrillos
Brian and Joanna Leddin
Theresa and Charles Mattina
Magda and James Muka
Sean O’Connell
Michelle Piazza
Donna Snider
John Paul Nicolaides and the Honorable Ed Zipprich
Resources Real Estate
Tickets
Dr. Ann Bagchi
Cynthia Bajorek and Robert Evanson
Grace Conte
Suzanne Dyer
Jeremy and Sabrina Grunin
Jason Krane
Tony MacDonald
Maggie Riker
Underwriters
Wendy and Jerry Marks
Theresa and Charles Mattina
Magda and James Muka
Lauren Nicosia
Sean O’Connell
Michelle Piazza