Park Square Gala 2026
BRAVO BALL
Saturday, June 20, 2026 | 5-9pm
St. Paul Event Center & Park Square Theatre
Presented by Richard & Nancy Nicholson
Chaired by Kenneth W. Crabb & Pondie Nicholson Taylor
About the Event
Celebrating 50 Years of Story, Stage, and Standing Ovations
This season, Park Square Theatre marks an extraordinary milestone - 50 years of producing powerful stories, bold performances, and unforgettable experiences in the heart of Saint Paul.
BRAVO BALL will be a landmark anniversary gala honoring Park Square’s rich legacy while casting a vibrant, optimistic eye toward the future. This one-night-only celebration will bring together longtime supporters, artists, community leaders, and new friends for an evening of theatre, connection, and joy.
Guests will enjoy a lively pre-show dinner reception at Saint Paul Event Center, followed by a special theatrical program featuring musical guests Moore By Four just a half block away at Park Square Theatre, capped off with a festive post-show dessert reception with music and drinks.
Date & Location
Date:
Saturday, June 20, 2026 | 5-9 P.M.
Location:
Saint Paul Event Center: 400 Wabasha St N #320, St Paul, MN 55102
Park Square Theatre: 20 W 7th Pl, St Paul, MN 55102
Featured Guests
BRAVO BALL will feature an exciting lineup of artists and community champions, including:
Featured Performers: Moore by Four with special guest appearances
Master of Ceremonies: Stephen DiMenna, Executive Artistic Director
Park Square Vision Award Honoree: John W. Harris
Dinner and Desserts by: Celebrated chef Terry John Zilla
Sponsored by: Richard and Nancy Nicholson
Chaired by: Kenneth W. Crabb & Pondie Nicholson Taylor
Ticket Information
Sliding Scale Ticket Initiative
As Park Square Theatre celebrates 50 years of producing theatre in our community, we want this milestone celebration to be welcoming and accessible to all.
Based on community feedback, we are introducing a new sliding scale ticket structure for the Bravo Ball Gala on Saturday, June 20, 2026. This model allows guests to select a ticket level that best aligns with their financial ability while ensuring everyone has the opportunity to celebrate with us!
We hope this approach creates access for artists, longtime supporters, community members, students, educators, and audiences who have been part of Park Square Theatre’s story across the last five decades.
Guests who select higher support levels directly help offset lower-cost tickets and expand access for others in our community.
Every ticket level provides meaningful support for Park Square Theatre’s mission and future.
Full Gala Tickets
All full gala ticket levels include:
Complimentary parking at the Saint Paul Event Center
Admission to the pre-show dinner reception
Multicultural dinner-style food stations
Gala performance program featuring musical guests Moore by Four on the main stage at Park Square Theatre
Post-show dessert reception party with music and drinks
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Each ticket includes:
Gala performance program with musical guests on the main stage at Park Square Theatre
Post-show dessert reception party with music and drinks
7:00 curtain at Park Square Theatre: Proscenium Theatre: 20 West 7th Place, Saint Paul, MN 55102
Please note: This ticket does not include admission to the pre-show dinner reception
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Each ticket includes:
Complimentary parking at the Saint Paul Event Center
Admission to the pre-show dinner reception
Robust multicultural dinner-style food stations
Gala performance program featuring musical guests on the main stage at Park Square Theatre
Post-show dessert reception party with music and drinks
This ticket type is intended for artists, crew members, designers, actors, musicians, teaching artists, technicians, front of house staff, ushers, and anyone who has worked with Park Square Theatre in the past or present.
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Designed to create greater accessibility for community members who would like to attend and celebrate Park Square Theatre’s 50th Anniversary Gala.
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A standard gala ticket level that helps support Park Square Theatre while keeping the celebration accessible to guests.
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Offers enhanced support for Park Square Theatre’s future while celebrating 50 years of theatre, education, and community impact.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Corporate and individual sponsorship opportunities are available.
Check out the Sponsorship Packet for more information.
Sponsors play a vital role in ensuring Park Square Theatre remains a home for storytelling, access, and artistic excellence for generations to come.
For sponsorship opportunities, please visit our sponsor page or contact: Matthew Connolly | Advancement Manager | connolly@parksquaretheatre.org
All contributions are 100% tax-deductible and directly support the future of Park Square Theatre.
With Gratitude to Our Sponsors
Park Square Theatre extends sincere thanks to the following sponsors for their generous support of the Bravo Ball and our mission to create exceptional theatre experiences for our community.
Presenting Sponsor - $25,000
Richard & Nancy Nicholson
Gold Sponsors - $10,000
Silas & Vicki Ford
Silver Sponsors - $5,000
Priscilla Brewster
Robyn Hansen
Scott & Jenny Peterson
Edwin & Susan McCarthy
Bronze Sponsors - $1,000
Kenneth & Gwen Crabb
Kay Thomas
Edward F. Fox
Timothy & Gayle Ober
Helen Wagner
John Sullivan
LuAnne & Greg Pederson
Mark Howlett
Sonja Beddow
Susan Rostkoski
Claire Repp
Maguire Insurance Agency
Misc. Levels
RBC Wealth Management
Your generosity and commitment help sustain the artistic, educational, and community impact of Park Square Theatre. Thank you for being an essential part of this celebration and our future.