YOU’RE INVITED TO THE ANNUAL GAMUT GALA


 
 

Sponsored by Margaret Hathaway & Carole DeSoto

THE GAMUT GALA

Love, Shakespeare

Sunday, April 26th, 2026
2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Gamut Theatre l 15 North 4th Street, Harrisburg PA


ABOUT THE EVENT:

Join us for an afternoon inspired by Shakespeare’s love stories. Experience love, entertainment, and celebration as we support the arts and raise funds for Gamut Theatre!

Enjoy live music from Shine Delphi, Steve Rudolph, and Noah Smull throughout the afternoon, and keep an eye out for Shakespeare himself as he mingles with guests. Visit interactive stations focused on art and love letters, where you can create, share, and experience different expressions of love.

Take part in our silent and live auctions featuring unique items and experiences, sip on themed cocktails from the open bar, and enjoy a variety of delicious food and desserts.


ATTIRE:

Whether you take inspiration from Romeo and Juliet or simply add a touch of classic elegance, dress anywhere from business casual to black tie optional.



TICKETS:

$150 per person or $200 per couple. Purchase your tickets online before the event.


Live Auction Items

At the Gamut Gala, you’ll have the opportunity to bid on these amazing items!

Gourmet Dinner for 6

Includes a menu consultation with John Fabian, Executive Chef of the Hilton. Meal prepared and served in your home. Wine and table service provided by Gamut Theatre Group Executive Director, Melissa Nicholson. Table-side entertainment by Gamut Core Company.

Value: $900

Name Gamut’s Reception Lobby Bar

Name our bar for the 2026-2027 season. Naming includes: personalized signage, name used in programs and bar menus, and free drinks and concessions at the bar.

Value: Priceless!

The Gamut VIP

Enjoy 4 tickets to each main stage show of the 2026-2027 season, preferred seating of your choice, and free drinks and concessions at our reception lobby bar. Meet the cast backstage prior to the performance.

Value: $800


SILENT AUCTION

Can’t make the event? No worries! You can bid on our silent auction from your phone!


 
 

HOST COMMITTEE:

Dave Skerpon & Chris Baldrige

John Bivins

Dauphin County Commissioners: Justin Douglas, Mike Pries, George P. Hartwick III

Representative Nathan Davidson

Carole DeSoto

Alex Reber & Chris Dietz

Michael L. Greenwald 

Peggy Grove

Margaret Hathaway

Patrick & Huyen Hughes

Bradley R. Jones

Senator Patty Kim

Todd & Jeri Kramer

David Ramón Zayas & Jeff Luttermoser

Erin & Ben Margerum

Clark & Melissa Nicholson

Robert & Angela Ortenzio

Debra & Seward Ryan

Diego Sandino

Wendy & Jay Simmons

Mark Smith

Nichole Walters

Thomas and Meghan Weaver

Jessica & Tom Whitmyer

Brad & Lisa Winnick

Erin Womer


 
 

PLANNING COMMITTEE:

CHAIR: Gabriella DeCarli

Melissa H. Nicholson

Julie Shade

Erin Shellenberger

Wendy Simmons

Alex Winnick

Jess Yahner

Jessica Gazsi

Elizabeth Hood

Jeni Madden

Hope Mager

Marcus McGhee

Weimy Montero Candelario


 
 

"Hang there, my verse, in witness of my love."

Gamut Theatre is more than a stage. It's a space for learning, creativity, and community. Here, students find their voice, artists share their passion, and audiences gather to be moved and inspired. Gamut is a place loved and cherished by so many.

As part of our annual spring fundraiser, Gamut Gala: Love, Shakespeare, we invite you to show your support through Leaves of Love, a collaborative temporary art installation in the Capital Blue Cross Reception Lobby. With a gift of any amount, you can dedicate a "leaf" to hang on our trees, creating a growing canopy of love notes to Gamut Theatre. Sign your name, share a message, or pen a line worthy of the Bard himself! Each leaf is an expression of gratitude and what this community means to you.

Click Below to Donate Today!


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