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2025 A.R.T. Gala

2025 American Repertory Theater Gala

American Repertory Theater at Harvard University
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Honoring and Celebrating
Fay Lampert Shutzer & Bill Shutzer

Gala Co-Chairs
RoAnn Costin
Carol & John Moriarty

Gala Committee
Lizabeth Cohen & Herrick Chapman
Mike Feinstein
Catherine Gellert
James L. Nederlander & Margo M. McNabb

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By April 18

By March 21 for inclusion in the printed program
Dress code: Festive

The 2025 Gala will celebrate A.R.T. Trustee Fay Lampert Shutzer and her husband Bill Shutzer for their continued support of the A.R.T. and fundraising leadership towards the A.R.T.’s new home, the David E. and Stacey L. Goel Center for Creativity & Performance. The event will begin with a cocktail hour, followed by dinner, a live auction, and an invigorating artistic program. The annual Gala supports the A.R.T.’s engagement initiatives and groundbreaking programming that expands the boundaries of theater, engaging hearts, minds, and bodies to imagine collective pathways forward. More about A.R.T.

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Honor Fay Lampert Shutzer and her husband Bill Shutzer by making a contribution that will support the A.R.T.’s mission of expanding the boundaries of theater. Make a Gala Donation

Honorees

Bill Shutzer in a burnt orange three-quarter zip knit sweater stands with his arm around Fay Lampert Shutzer in an off-white knit sweater, in front of a sun-dappled trees.

Fay Lampert Shutzer & Bill Shutzer

Bill and Fay have been ardent supporters of Harvard University since Bill graduated from Harvard College in 1969 and Harvard Business School in 1972. In addition to giving their time and financial support to the A.R.T., where Fay has been a trustee since 2017, they continue to support numerous other University initiatives including the Harvard College financial aid program, the Harvard Radcliffe Institute, and Harvard Basketball.

Performers

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Ashley LaLonde

Ashley LaLonde is a professional actor, singer, and dancer based in New York City. She was recently seen in the hit Broadway musical Hamilton, where she covered all three Schuyler Sisters (Eliza, Angelica, and Peggy/Maria) on the national tour. A.R.T. credits include: The Black Clown (World Premiere), ExtraOrdinary, Burn All Night (World Premiere), Arrabal (US Premiere), and Violet on a moving bus. Other favorite credits include Natalie in Next to Normal (Westport Country Playhouse), Angela in Punk Rock Girl! (Argyle Theater), Sheila in Hair (Connecticut Stage Company), and Sister in Bloodwork (National Black Theatre).

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Lauren Patten

Lauren Patten (she/her) is a multi-talented actress and musician. She is best known for starring as Anna Collier in the Hulu original series “Death and Other Details,” and for her Tony-, Grammy-, and Drama Desk Award-winning performance in the Broadway musical Jagged Little Pill. Most recently, Patten starred in the new rock musical The Lonely Few at both the Geffen Playhouse and New York’s MCC Theater. Other stage credits include Fun Home on Broadway, The Wolves (Playwright’s Realm; Obie and Drama Desk Awards), Days of Rage (Second Stage Theater), Spring Awakening (Deaf West Theatre, Los Angeles).

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Table & Ticket Levels

Tables and tickets are available for purchase by both individuals and corporations. For sponsorship opportunities, please see Program Ads or contact A.R.T.’s Development team at ART_Events@harvard.edu.

Platinum Table

$50,000 – Table of 12

  • Opportunity to provide brief remarks during the speaking program
  • Prominent table placement at dinner
  • Sponsorship name and/or logo prominently displayed on screens and signage at the Gala
  • Valet parking passes for 6 vehicles
  • Recognition in printed Gala programs*
  • Weekly emails from Terrie and Bradley Bloom Artistic Director Diane Paulus sharing behind-the-scenes updates from the theater
  • Invitations to receptions and special events through the 2025/26 Season
  • Acknowledgement as a supporter in digital and printed materials for one calendar year
  • Access to Concierge Ticketing Service for A.R.T. productions through the 2025/26 Season

The non-deductible portion of your contribution is $3,600.

Gold Table

$30,000 – Table of 10

  • Prominent table placement at dinner
  • Sponsorship name and/or logo prominently displayed on screens and signage at the Gala
  • Valet parking passes for 5 vehicles
  • Recognition in printed Gala programs*
  • Weekly emails from Terrie and Bradley Bloom Artistic Director Diane Paulus sharing behind-the-scenes updates from the theater
  • Invitations to receptions and special events through the 2025/26 Season
  • Acknowledgement as a supporter in digital and printed materials for one calendar year
  • Access to Concierge Ticketing Service for A.R.T. productions through the 2025/26 Season

The non-deductible portion of your contribution is $3,000.

Silver Table

$20,000 – Table of 8

  • Valet parking passes for 4 vehicles
  • Recognition in printed Gala programs*
  • Weekly emails from Terrie and Bradley Bloom Artistic Director Diane Paulus sharing behind-the-scenes updates from the theater
  • Invitations to receptions and special events through the 2025/26 Season
  • Acknowledgement as a supporter in digital and printed materials for one calendar year
  • Access to Concierge Ticketing Service for A.R.T. productions through the 2025/26 Season

The non-deductible portion of your contribution is $2,400.

Bronze Half Table

$12,000 – Half Table of 5

  • Valet parking passes for 3 vehicles
  • Recognition in printed Gala programs*
  • Weekly emails from Terrie and Bradley Bloom Artistic Director Diane Paulus sharing behind-the-scenes updates from the theater
  • Invitations to receptions and special events through the 2025/26 Season
  • Acknowledgement as a supporter in digital and printed materials for one calendar year
  • Access to Concierge Ticketing Service for A.R.T. productions through the 2025/26 Season

The non-deductible portion of your contribution is $1,500.

Sterling Pair

$5,000 – 2 Tickets

  • Weekly emails from Terrie and Bradley Bloom Artistic Director Diane Paulus sharing behind-the-scenes updates from the theater
  • Invitations to receptions and special events through the 2025/26 Season
  • Acknowledgement as a supporter in digital and printed materials for one calendar year
  • Access to Concierge Ticketing Service for A.R.T. productions through the 2025/26 Season

The non-deductible portion of your contribution is $600.

Friend Ticket

$2,000 – 1 Ticket

  • Acknowledgement as a supporter in digital and printed materials for one calendar year
  • Access to Concierge Ticketing Service for A.R.T. productions through the 2025/26 Season

The non-deductible portion of your contribution is $300.

* If received by Friday, March 21, 2025 for inclusion in program.
2025/26 Season will occur through June 30, 2026.

The A.R.T. is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Tax ID #: 04-2665867.
Please note that Treasury guidance provides that grants for event sponsorship or tickets from exempt organizations, including Donor Advised Funds (DAF), may not provide any personal benefit to the donor, and the bifurcation of grants (splitting the deductible portion from the non-deductible portion of the grant) may not be permitted. If you do not attend the event, your sponsorship may be funded 100% through your DAF. The American Repertory Theater recommends that Gala sponsors and ticket buyers consult their donor-advised fund manager, tax advisor, and legal counsel for definitive tax guidance.

Program Ads

Individuals, corporations, and local organizations are all welcome to purchase advertising space in this year’s printed program. A program advertisement is a unique way to personally congratulate the honorees, share a favorite moment from A.R.T.’s forty-five seasons at the Loeb Drama Center, or promote your company’s commitment to the arts. Program advertisements must be received by Friday, March 21, 2025.

Event Venue

Bright-Landry Hockey Center

65 N. Harvard Street
Allston, MA 02134

Parking is available on site and details will be sent to confirmed guests in the weeks leading up to the event.

Bright-Landry Hockey Center

65 N Harvard St, Allston, MA 02134, USA