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Spring Gala

Save the Date:
FRIDAY, JUNE 6, 2025

Individual & Corporate Sponsorships Now Available! Join us for cocktails and dinner followed by a private performance in the Yard of the North American premiere musical 42 Balloons. This special benefit event will support Chicago Shakespeare Theater’s educational and student programs that provide artists, teachers, and students the opportunity to experience the joy of live theater.

To secure an individual sponsorship, contact Emily Hansen:  [email protected]
To secure a corporate sponsorship, contact Elizabeth Teague:  [email protected]

Premiere Sponsor $50,000


  • Premiere ticket package for 10
  • Includes pre- and post-show festivities
  • Prominent recognition in all 42 Balloons materials, advertising & lobby signage
  • Premiere recognition in full-page Gala ad in 42 Balloons program
  • 20 complimentary tickets to 2025/26 Season
  • Year-long recognition in donor listings
  • Opportunity to host a private pre-show reception during the 2025/26 Season

Lead Sponsor $25,000


  • VIP ticket package for 10
  • Includes pre- and post-show festivities
  • Recognition in 42 Balloons materials & lobby signage during full run of production
  • Prominent recognition in full-page Gala ad in 42 Balloons program
  • Year-long recognition in donor listings

Benefactor $10,000


  • Ticket package for 10
  • Includes pre- and post-show festivities
  • Listing in 42 Balloons program
  • Year-long recognition in donor listings

Sponsor $5,000


  • Ticket package for 5
  • Includes pre- and post-show festivities
  • Listing in 42 Balloons program
  • Year-long recognition in donor listings

Individual Tickets will be available for purchase April 1

PREMIERE SPONSOR


Burton X. and
Sheli Z. Rosenberg

LEAD SPONSORS


Allstate
General Dynamics

The Segal
Family Foundation

Jamie Stone
O’Brien

BENEFACTORS


Chris and
Erin O’Brien

Donna Welch

Wintrust, Chicago's Bank