LPT Gala 2021

Watch our Virtual Program BELOW!

Welcome to the party! Help us Raise the Curtain in 2021!

Join us for our 2021 Virtual Gala

Thursday, May 20th, 2021

Main Video Program: 7:00-7:30PM

Silent Auction Closes: 8:00PM

Donations Accepted Until Friday, May 21st, 2021 at 9:00PM.

Join us for an evening filled with special musical performances from talented local actors, a special message from LPT's Executive Director, Rob Thomas, a unique silent auction, and creative ways to celebrate from the comfort of your own home.

Take a picture of how you're celebrating and use the hashtag #LPTGala2021 to be entered to win a season subscription for our 2021/2022 season!

Through this platform you can bid on auction items and make donations from Thursday, May 13th to 8:00PM on Thursday, May 20th! Bid from your couch and if you win, we'll mail everything to you in the coming weeks. Easy!

Follow us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/lakeshoreplayerstheatre) or visit this page at 7:00PM on Thursday, May 20th to tune into our virtual program.

*Thanks to provisions in the CARES Act in tax year 2021 you have the opportunity to deduct above-the-line up to $300 of charitable gifts for filers taking the standard deduction and an expanded limit on charitable contributions for itemizers.*

* $50 can give the gift of a beautiful costume piece for one actor

* $100 can give the gift of personal protective equipment for staff, teaching artists, and performers

* $250 can give the gift of one student scholarship for a Lakeshore Players Education Program

* $500 can give the gift of acquiring a professional videographer for online events and productions

* $1,000 can give the gift of production rights for one performance of our MainStage shows

* ANY amount funds theatre education and enrichment in your community! 

Rob Thomas (Executive Director) and Elena Glass (Development & Acting Production Manager) demonstrate how to make LPT's  Signature Cocktails!

THE SIDE BY SIDE SIDECAR
Ingredients:
2 oz of Bourbon
1 oz of Triple Sec, Cointreau or any orange liquor
3/4 oz of Lemon Juice

Garnish: Half Slice of Lemon or Lemon Peel Zest

Instructions:
-Add ice to shaker
-In the shaker, combine bourbon and triple sec
-Squeeze lemon into separate bowl to produce juice
-Add lemon juice to shaker
-Close shaker and shake cocktail for 20 seconds
-In a rocks glass, strain cocktail over ice
-Peel lemon, twist peel over cocktail and place to garnish

THE SONDHEIM SPRITZ

Ingredients:
2 oz vodka
6 oz of Fever Tree Sparkling Lemon
or 6 oz of Lemonade and a splash of Club Soda
A Dash of Lemon Juice

Garnish: Lemon Wedge

Instructions:
-Pour vodka in a glass or shaker with ice
-Squeeze lemon slice into glass
-Stir for 40 stirs
-In a cocktail or wine glass, pour mixture over ice
-Pour Sparkling Lemon on top
-Cut lemon into slices, add to edge of glass for garnish

*Remember: ALL of these ingredients can be found in our VIP Baskets. Consider purchasing one to enhance your gala experience! 

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I participate in the auction? 
Register online! Click the 'REGISTER NOW' button on the auction homepage and fill out your bidder information. Create a password, check the boxes for terms and conditions and text messages (you will want be notified about items you bid on), and then just click 'Create my GiveSmart account'!

Or, if you already have a GiveSmart account, simply click to register and log into your existing account.

Do I have to use a phone to bid or can I participate using my computer?
You can participate in the auction from a computer, tablet or phone, it's up to you! After you sign in to your GiveSmart account, click "items" to view the auction and start bidding. You can filter these by type of item by clicking the 'categories' button. 

Click the item you'd like to bid on, then enter your bid in the open text field (make sure it is higher than the current minimum amount) and click "Bid". If you have opted in to receive text messages, you will receive a text if you are outbid.  

 
Will you need my credit card information?
Yes, a credit card number will be required to bid.

 
I'm not very tech-savvy, will I have a hard time participating? 
We don't think so! The bidding platform is very user-friendly and will walk you through the entire process. If you need help, though, please contact Elena Glass, Development Manager, at [email protected] or at 651-429-2316 x 105 the evening of the auction! 

 
If I win, how will I get my items?
If you win an item in the auction, we will contact you to determine how to get your items to you. Some items will qualify to be emailed or mailed to your home, others will require you to schedule a pick up time. Please be patient as pick-up arrangements are dependent upon local COVID-19 restrictions. Thank you for your understanding. If you have a question, please contact Elena Glass, Development Manager, at [email protected].