A.C.T. GALA: SEASON ANNOUNCEMENT 2026

Save the Date for A.C.T. of CT's Annual Gala - Friday, June 5, 2026!

On Friday, June 5, 2026, A.C.T. of Connecticut will hold its highly anticipated ANNUAL GALA! Gala guests will be among the very first to find out which productions will be included in the theatre's 2026/2027 season beginning this fall!

This year, we are proud to honor Rebecca Baglio and Gerri & Bob Lewis with A.C.T. of CT's Visionary Award and to celebrate the life and legacy of Tom Nissley as a posthumous recipient of this honor. The honorees exemplify extraordinary dedication to the arts and to community life in Ridgefield and across Connecticut. Through visionary leadership, early and sustained support of A.C.T. of CT, and a lifelong commitment to preserving and advancing the cultural landscape, each has left a lasting and meaningful legacy. Together, they embody the generosity, advocacy, and civic spirit at the heart of A.C.T. of CT's mission.

Gala guests will enjoy a festive cocktail reception, a fabulous silent & live auction, and an incredible live show featuring performances from past A.C.T. of CT productions, followed by the BIG reveal: the announcement of next season's line-up of shows! You never know what Broadway stars may grace A.C.T.'s stage! Gala guests will also be given the first opportunity to purchase season subscriptions for the 2026/2027 productions - ensuring access to the best seats in the house!

Sponsorships range from $1,500 - $15,000

General Tickets go on sale on April 1, 2026. Tickets are $325 per person

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EVENING AGENDA
6 pm - 7:30 pm cocktail reception
8 pm - showtime
Cocktail Attire

General Seating Guidelines
Title, Marquee & Presenting Sponsors: Rows A-E
Producing Sponsors: Rows A-E (based on availability) & Rows F-G
Directing Sponsors: Rows G-H 
General Tickets: Row I, Directors Chairs, Jump Seats (all based on ticket confirmation date)

2026 GALA SPONSORS

Kristin and Darren Beylouni/
Colonial Automobile Group

Rebecca and Scott Baglio
Lori and John Berisford
Margaret Keane Hajdarovic
Gerri and Bob Lewis
Michele and Tom Quindlen
Rudy L. Ruggles Jr.

Susie and Jim Perakis
Allison and Jon Stockel

Laura Freed Ancona and Joe Ancona
Kate and Brandon Bogard
Christine and Jeff Boris
Ann and Steve Carlson
Clover & Clay Gatherings and Gifts
Victoria and Jack Cole
Christine and Philip Lodewick
Joe Loonan and Linda MacDonald
Ridgebury Farm
Patricia and Stephen Ross

Jessica and Joshua Auerbach
Robin Albin and Andrew Sternlieb
Matt Bartelme and Kelly Moriarty
Sue and Bruce Cruikshank
Katie Diamond
Kenneth J. Karp and Philip Fischer III 
Daniel C. Levine and Bryan Perri
Barbara Manners
Tizzie and Tom Mantione
Peggy and Rudy Marconi
Marty Motors 
Lauren and Russ Mika
Karla and Greg Murtaugh
Lisa Rosenblum and Saar Banin
Marisa and Tim Schafer
Carla and Christopher Setaro
Susie and Gary Singer
Grace and Ed Smith
Maria Victor-Smith and David Smith

GALA COMMITTEE CO-CHAIRS
Rebecca Baglio & Kristin Beylouni

GALA EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Katie Diamond & Mary Joyce

GALA COMMITTEE
Lori Berisford, Christine Boris, R. Erin Craig,
Alex Fischetti, Peggy Marconi, Lauren Mika, 
Rachel Rosenbaum, Patti Ross,
Heather Neumann Salaga, Marisa Schafer,
Allison Stockel, Shelley Terry, Danielle Van Riper, Rajal Young