A Gala Evening with Megan Hilty

For over a century Shubert Theatre has captivated, inspired, and celebrated artistic talent from all over the globe. We hope you will join us in celebration at this year's Gala, Co-Chaired by Jason Horton and Cynthia Houston.

The evening begins with an elegant and festive cocktail reception with delightful hors d’oeuvres and a signature cocktail in our Elm City's Cabaret. Guests will then gather in our theatre for Megan Hilty's concert performance followed by a glass of bubbly and delectable dessert reception.

Celebrate with us for the entire evening, or just enjoy this one-night-only concert starring Megan Hilty. The event will be held in honor of longtime Shubert Theatre friend and staunch supporter of the arts, Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro.

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All proceeds directly support Shubert Theatre.

Events of the Evening:
6:00  Cocktail Reception

8:00  Performance

9:30  Dessert Reception

 

For more information or to purchase a sponsorship or ticket over the phone, contact Nicholas Bussett, Director of Development: 203.773.4339 or nbussett@capa.com.

Sponsorship and Gala Ticket Levels:

Producer @ $15,000

  • Premier Seating for 15 in theatre
  • Exclusive meet-and-greet 
  • Cocktail and Dessert receptions
  • Recognition as Producer on invitation and Gala program 
  • Full-page message/ad in Gala program

Director @ $10,000

  • Premier Seating for 12 in theatre
  • Exclusive meet-and-greet
  • Cocktail and Dessert receptions
  • Recognition as Director on invitation and Gala program
  • Half-page message/ad in Gala program

Benefactor @ $5,000

  • Preferred seating for 6 in theatre
  • Cocktail and Dessert receptions
  • Recognition as Benefactor on invitation and Gala program
  • Quarter-page message/ad in Gala program

Sponsor @ $2,500

  • Preferred seating for 2 in theatre
  • Cocktail and Dessert receptions
  • Recognition as Sponsor in Gala program

Patron Ticket @ $1,000

  • Priority seat for one in theatre
  • Cocktail and Dessert receptions
  • Recognition as Patron in Gala program

Gala Ticket @ $500 ($250 Non-Profit Rate*)

  • Seat for one in theatre
  • Cocktail and Dessert receptions
  • Listing in Gala program

*To purchase a ticket at the Non-Profit Rate please contact Nicholas Bussett, Director of Development: 203.773.4339 or nbussett@capa.com.

About Megan Hilty

Most recognizable for her portrayal of seasoned triple-threat ‘Ivy Lynn’ in NBC’s musical drama “Smash,” Tony Award nominee Megan Hilty is a dynamic performer both on stage and on screen.  Hilty just completed her originating run playing the role of ‘Madeline Ashton’ in the new hit musical, “Death Becomes Her,” which earned her a Tony Award nomination, a Drama League Award nomination and two Broadway.com Audience Awards.

In addition to “Smash,” Megan’s television credits include playing ‘Lily’ in “Annie Live!” on NBC, Bravo’s “Girlfriend’s Guide to Divorce,” Hulu’s “Difficult People,” CBS’s “The Good Wife,” “The Good Fight,” “Braindead” and ABC’s “Desperate Housewives.”  Hilty also starred in the NBC series “Sean Saves the World” as well as “The Pradeeps of Pittsburgh” for Amazon Prime.

 

Megan also had the great pleasure of filming “Patsy & Loretta,” earning her a Critics Choice Award nomination for Best Actress in a Limited Series for her portrayal of Patsy Cline.  Additionally, her voice is featured on numerous animated series including ‘KC the Koala’ on Disney Jr.’s “T.O.T.S.,” ‘Holly Darlin’ on “TrollsTopia,” ‘Wammawink’ on Netflix’s “Centaurworld,,” and ‘Rosetta’ in many of Disney’s Tinkerbell films.  Other animation credits include “It’s Pony,” “Sofia the First,” “Madagascar: A Little Wild,” “Doc McStuffins,” "Phineas & Ferb," "Family Guy,” "American Dad," and the singing voice of Snow White in the film "Shrek the Third."

 

A native of Seattle, Hilty moved to New York City after graduating from the prestigious Carnegie Mellon University, and quickly made her Broadway debut as ‘Glinda’ in “Wicked.”  She went on to perform the role in both the national tour and in Los Angeles.

 

After four and a half years with “Wicked,” Megan went on to originate the role of ‘Doralee Rhodes’ in Broadway’s “9 to 5: The Musical.”  Hilty was honored with nominations for Lead Actress in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards, Outer Critics Circle Awards, the Drama League Awards and L.A. Stage Alliance Ovation Awards. 

 

Hilty also received critical acclaim for her role of ‘Brooke Ashton’ in the Roundabout Theater Company’s revival of “Noises Off.”  She earned nominations for a Tony Award, Drama Desk Award and Drama League Award and won a Broadway.com Audience Award for Favorite Featured Actress in a Play.  

 

A powerhouse singer, Hilty released a live album comprising songs from her concert tour entitled “Megan Hilty Live at the Café Carlyle,” which was recorded during one of her residencies at New York’s prestigious Café Carlyle.  She also filmed her solo concert for the PBS “Live from Lincoln Center” series.  Hilty continues to perform with world renowned orchestras such as the New York Pops, the National Symphony Orchestra, the New York Philharmonic, the Boston Pops, the Cincinnati Pops, and the Houston Symphony, among many others.  Megan is a frequent guest on PBS’ televised Live from Capitol Hill concerts, and was the guest artist in the renowned Christmas Concerts with the iconic Tabernacle Choir, which aired on PBS in 2022.  Her solo concerts, which combine the music from her varied television and theatrical career, continue to sell out and receive critical acclaim across the country and world.