FETE 2025: Spring Soiree Under the Stars

Monday, May 12, 2025

Honoring Carole Haas Gravagno

This year’s Fete: Spring Soiree Under the Stars, honoring Carole Haas Gravagno, will be a celebration of the passionate support she has given to the arts in Philadelphia by artists who have been touched by her work. Her sponsorship of the F. Otto Haas Emerging Artist Award touched the lives of so many performers and designers, quite a few of whom are closely connected to the Wilma Theater including several HotHouse Company members!

We hope you will join us for this magical spring party under the evening sky! This year’s event starts with a special VIP reception with a buffet supper and drinks for our sponsors followed by the Spring Soiree – a celebration of Carole’s artistic philanthropy in Philadelphia, curated by our HotHouse Company Members, F. Otto Haas Emerging Artist Award Winners, and surprise special guests.

A BIT ABOUT CAROLE

Carole Haas Gravagno is a philanthropist and activist who is committed to improving the lives of children and youth in Greater Philadelphia.

A former elementary and high school teacher, Carole has served as a board member, volunteer, and supporter of numerous education and arts organizations in the region, including: Arden Theatre Company, Beyond Celiac, Intercultural Journeys, The National Liberty Museum, Morris Arboretum, People’s Light and Theatre Company, Philadelphia Chamber Music Society, Philadelphia Orchestra, Philadelphia Zoo, Play On, Philly!, Please Touch Museum, Settlement Music School, Stoneleigh Foundation and the William Penn Foundation. She is the recipient of numerous awards and honors and was appointed a Distinguished Daughter of Pennsylvania in 1999 by Governor Tom Ridge.

Carole holds a bachelor’s degree from Lenoir-Rhyne College and a master’s in education from Temple University.

INTERESTED IN SPONSORING?  

As a sponsor, you and your guests will receive entry to all aspects of the evening, including the VIP Reception and the Spring Soiree, including open bar all evening.  Additionally, you will receive special perks and surprises and recognition in print and electronic event materials. We have also created a special Soiree Sponsor level for folks who wish to bypass the VIP event and just join for the main Spring Soiree starting at 7:30! The most important benefit is being a part of a unique network of support for bold artistry.  To purchase sponsorships, call or email Brittney Anderson at 215-893-9456 x108 or banderson@wilmatheater.org.

UNDERWRITING SPONSOR  $50,000 

• 20 tickets to all Fete activities, including VIP reception and premium reserved seating at the Soiree
• 10 additional tickets to the Soiree, starting at 7:30 pm
• Open bar throughout the evening for your entire party
• Back outside cover ad on the evening’s program
• Opportunity to speak from the stage during the event
• Recognition as underwriter on all Fete materials, including printed pieces, evening’s program, web page, and emails
• Recognition in Fete press release
• Recognition on all the Wilma’s social media channels
• Opportunity for a private rehearsal event with refreshments for 40 guests during our 25/26 season 

 PRESENTING SUN SPONSOR $25,000 

• 20 tickets to all Fete activities, including VIP reception and premium reserved seating at the Soiree
• 10 additional tickets to the Soiree, starting at 7:30 pm
• Open bar throughout the evening for your entire party
• Premium full page ad in evening’s program
• Recognition from the stage
• Recognition on all Fete materials, including printed pieces, evening’s program, web page, and emails
• Recognition in Fete press release
• Recognition on all the Wilma’s social media channels 

 HOTHOUSE STAR SPONSOR $15,000 

• 15 tickets to all Fete activities, including VIP reception and premium reserved seating at the Soiree
• 10 additional tickets to post-event dance party
• Open bar throughout the evening for your entire party
• Full page ad in evening’s program
• Recognition from the stage
• Recognition on all Fete materials, including printed pieces, evening’s program, web page, and emails
• Recognition on all the Wilma’s social media channels 

ORION SPONSOR $10,000   

• 10 tickets to all Fete activities, including the VIP  Reception, and premium reserved seating at the Soiree
• 5 additional tickets to the Soiree, starting at 7:30 pm
• Open bar throughout the evening for your entire party 
• Full page ad in evening’s program
• Recognition on all Fete materials, including printed pieces, evening’s program, webpage, and emails  
• Recognition on all the Wilma’s social media channels    

CASSIOPEIA SPONSOR $7,500 

• 10 tickets to all Fete activities, including VIP reception and premium reserved seating at the Soiree
• Open bar throughout the evening for your entire party
• Half page ad in evening’s program
• Recognition on all Fete materials, including printed pieces, evening’s program, web page, and emails
• Recognition on all the Wilma’s social media channels 

TAURUS SPONSOR $5,000  

• 10 tickets to all Fete activities, including the VIP Reception, and premium reserved seating at the Soiree
• Open bar throughout the evening for your entire party
• Recognition on all materials, including printed pieces, evening’s program, webpage, and emails
• Recognition on all the Wilma’s social media channels

PEGASUS SPONSOR $3,000   

• 6 tickets to all Fete activities, including the VIP Reception, and premium reserved seating at the Soiree
• Open bar throughout the evening for your entire party
• Recognition on all materials, including printed pieces, evening’s program, webpage, and emails
• Recognition on all the Wilma’s social media channels

NOVA SPONSOR $1,500 

• 2 tickets to all Fete activities, including the VIP Reception, and premium reserved seating at the Soiree
• Open bar throughout the evening for your entire party
• Recognition on all materials, including printed pieces, evening’s program, webpage, and emails