Location
Drew University
36 Madison Ave.
Madison, NJ 07940
Cost
Fee
Additional Information
Age recommendation: Adults only
Description
The SOPAC Gala brings together patrons, community leaders and artists to celebrate the nonprofit theatre’s achievements and pay tribute to supporters. As SOPAC’s largest fundraising event of the year, the gala raises critical funds for both arts education programs and operating support.
Typically held at the South Orange Performing Arts Center, this year’s soiree is being moved off site as SOPAC recovers from damage caused by Hurricane Ida. During this hybrid event on Saturday, November 6, guests can choose to participate in-person or virtually.
This year, Drew University’s picturesque, forested campus serves as the backdrop for SOPAC’s Gala. The evening begins at Mead Hall, a building listed on both the Federal and New Jersey Register of Historic Places. Beginning at 6PM, attendees can enjoy cocktails and a strolling dinner. Alternatively, guests can opt for a catered takeout meal from Bistro d’Azur in South Orange.
Whether attending the gala in person or from home, guests can participate in the Silent Auction through the online auction platform, GiveSmart. The Silent Auction will open during the week of November 1 and will close on November 6 at 8:30PM.
Tickets:
In-Person Tickets, $300 per person:
- Option 1, in-person cocktails, strolling dinner, honoree tribute & entertainment
- Option 2, catered takeout meal, in-person honoree tribute & entertainment
Virtual Tickets, $100-$300 per person:
- Option 1, $300, catered takeout meal, virtual livestream of honoree tribute & entertainment
- Option 2, $100, virtual livestream of honoree tribute & entertainment
COVID-19 Policy:
In-person attendees must be fully vaccinated with an FDA or WHO authorized vaccine, and must show proof of vaccination along with a government ID to check in. Non-vaccinated attendees must provide proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test taken within 72 hours of the performance start time. All attendees are required to wear masks at all times while inside, except when actively eating or drinking.