The Fete is our main fundraiser for the season, and we rely on the money raised to support our amazing artistic programming as well as our community outreach and educational programs that serve so many of our Philadelphia neighbors. Your attendance and support are critical in ensuring that the Wilma can continue creating adventurous art for the Philadelphia community and beyond.
Celebrating 30 years on Broad Street and 10 years of the HotHouse
Howard Sacks and Vesna Todorović Sacks
Honoring Vesna Todorović Sacks and Howard Sacks
Leadership Underwriters of the HotHouse Acting Company
and
Toasting 30 Years of the Wilma on Broad Street
April 12, 2026
at the Tony Award-Winning Wilma Theater
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Sponsor & Patron Reception
5:00 PM-7:00 PM Drinks & Buffet Dinner Kimmel Center, Second Tier Lounge and Balcony
The Spring Soiree
7:00 PM-10:00 PM Live Performances, Honoree Program, Drinks & Dancing Wilma Theater at the Aurora
This is the Wilma’s biggest night, and our most important fundraiser of the year – and we are excited to celebrate this milestone in our theater’s home on Broad Street. This special evening will also honor Howard and Vesna Sacks for their generous support of the Wilma’s HotHouse Acting Company, our theater’s artistic soul. The evening will feature performances, drinks, dancing and fun – all in support of the Wilma’s bold, adventurous art and the artists who make it all possible.
Vesna Todorović Sacks and Howard Sacks
We are privileged to honor Howard and Vesna Sacks for their generous support in underwriting our HotHouse Acting Company. In the 10 years since its official founding in a performance of ANTIGONE in our 2015-16 season, the HotHouse Acting Company has become the artistic lodestone of the Wilma Theater, and has received national attention for its unique methodology.
30 years at our home on Broad Street
We are excited to be celebrating 30 years in our home on Broad Street. In 1996, our theater was the first built for the newly formed Avenue of the Arts which was pivotal for both the Wilma and Philadelphia, and which cemented our place in the regional theater scene and announced that Philadelphia was place for vibrant, exciting live theater. As the blueprint of Broad Street continues to evolve with exciting improvements on the horizon, we are thrilled to take this moment to look back on its storied history.
FETE PATRON TICKET $300
1 ticket to all Fete activities, including pre-show Sponsor & Patron Reception, reserved seating at the program, and post-program dance party
Open bar throughout the evening
SPONSORSHIP LEVELS
As a sponsor, you and your guests will receive entry to all aspects of the evening,including the Sponsor & Patron Reception and the Spring Soiree,including open bar all evening. Additionally, you will receive special perksandrecognition in print and electronic event materials. We have also created a special Soiree Sponsor level for folks who wish to bypass the Sponsor & Patron event and just join for the main Spring Soiree starting at 7:00 PM!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.Or you can buy them online here!
UNDERWRITING SPONSOR $50,000
20 tickets to all Fete activities, including pre-show Sponsor & Patron Reception, reserved seating at the program, and post-program dance party
10 additional tickets to the Soiree, starting at 7:00 pm
Open bar throughout the evening for your entire party
Back outside cover ad on the evening’s program
Opportunity to speak 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 26/27 season
PRESENTING SUN SPONSOR $25,000
20 tickets to all Fete activities, including pre-show Sponsor & Patron Reception, reserved seating at the program, and post-program dance party
10 additional tickets to the Soiree, starting at 7:00 pm
Open bar all 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 Wilma social media channels
HOTHOUSE STAR SPONSOR $15,000
15 tickets to all Fete activities, including pre-show Sponsor & Patron Reception, reserved seating at the program, and post-program dance party
10 additional tickets to post-event dance party
Open bar all 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 Wilma social media channels
ORION SPONSOR $10,000
10 tickets to all Fete activities, including pre-show Sponsor & Patron Reception, reserved seating at the program, and post-program dance party
5 additional tickets to the Soiree, starting at 7:00 pm
Open bar all evening for your entire party
Full page ad in evening’s program
Recognition on all Fete materials, including printed pieces, evening’s program, web page, and emails
Recognition on Wilma social media channels
CASSIOPEIA SPONSOR $7,500
10 tickets to all Fete activities, including pre-show Sponsor & Patron Reception, reserved seating at the program, and post-program dance party
Open bar all 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 Wilma social media channels
TAURUS SPONSOR $5,000
10 tickets to all Fete activities, including pre-show Sponsor & Patron Reception, reserved seating at the program, and post-program dance party
Open bar all evening for your entire party
Recognition on select Fete materials, including printed pieces, evening’s program, web page, and emails
Recognition on Wilma social media channels
PEGASUS SPONSOR $3,000
6 tickets to all Fete activities, including pre-show Sponsor & Patron Reception, reserved seating at the program, and post-program dance party
Open bar all evening for your entire party
Recognition on select Fete materials, including printed pieces, evening’s program, web page, and emails
Recognition on Wilma social media channels
NOVA SPONSOR $1,500
2 tickets to all Fete activities, including pre-show Sponsor & Patron Reception, reserved seating at the program, and post-program dance party
Open bar all evening for your entire party
Recognition on select Fete materials, including printed pieces, evening’s program, web page, and emails
Want to join us for the main event ONLY? Become a Soiree Sponsor and bring your friends to the Soiree for an evening of performances and play from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
SOIREE SPONSOR $1,500
10 tickets for the Soiree ONLY, starting at 7:00 pm, including guaranteed reserved seating
Open bar for your entire party
Recognition on select Fete materials, including printed pieces, evening’s program, web page, and emails
