Monday, April 24, 2023
5:30 p.m. Cocktail Reception
6:30 p.m. Seated Dinner
7:30–9:00 p.m. Award Presentation & Entertainment
Where: Chicago Shakespeare Theater
800 E. Grand Avenue, on Navy Pier
The Spirit of Shakespeare Award is the Theater’s largest fundraising event of the year. Your vital support fuels our efforts and ensures our vibrant future, making a lasting impact on this city we call home.
This year’s award will be presented to the Theater’s Founder and Artistic Director, Barbara Gaines, to recognize her artistry, celebrate her achievements, and acknowledge the vital role she has played in Chicago’s performing arts community. Join us in thanking her for making the dream of Chicago Shakespeare Theater a reality in this not-to-be-missed celebration.
For sponsorship opportunities and ticket information, contact Molly McDonald at mmcdonald@pjhchicago.com or register online ►
Headlining Sponsors
Mark Ouweleen and Sarah Harding
Burton X. and Sheli Z. Rosenberg
Lead Consortium
The Jentes Family
Susan Manilow
Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan
The Segal Family Foundation
Steve and Robin Solomon
Host Committee
Allstate Insurance Company
Bartlit Beck LLP
BMO
Bulley & Andrews
The Crown Family
Kent and Liz Dauten,
Keystone Capital
Barbara Franke
Greg Gallopoulos
Virginia and Gary Gerst
ITW
Jenner & Block LLP
Judy and John Keller
Ray and Judy McCaskey
Navy Pier
Shelia Penrose and Ernie Mahaffey
Barbara Petersen
Ropes & Gray LLP
Timothy R. Schwertfeger and Gail Waller
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom,
Brian and Yasmina Duwe
Carl and Marilynn Thoma
Pam and Doug Walter
Wintrust
Anonymous
as of April 18, 2023
Honoring
BARBARA GAINES
