SATURDAY, MAY 11 | 6:30pm
Bridgeport Art Center
Thank you to all who joined us for Steppenwolf’s 2024 Gala – together we raised over $1.6 million! Keep an eye out for more information about next year's gala.
Steppenwolf’s Gala generates vital funding that provides an artistic home for our Ensemble, brings bold and innovative theatrical experiences to the stage, provides a platform for local artists, and creates educational programs that reach thousands of teens throughout the Chicago region and beyond. Join our community of supporters in championing live theater and the integral role of art in all our lives.
The 2024 Gala included a celebratory toast in recognition of our longstanding partnership with
GALA 2024 - PHOTO GALLERY
Steppenwolf’s 2024 Gala was designed by Jeffrey Foster for Frost Chicago with centerpieces from Revel Décor
credit: Kyle Flubacker
The evening was emceed by the Steppenwolf Ensemble, including Artistic Directors Glenn Davis and Audrey Francis
credit: Kyle Flubacker
Ensemble Members (left to right – top row) Robert Breuler, Alana Arenas, James Vincent Meredith, Yasen Peyankov, Tarell Alvin McCraney, Gary Cole, Namir Smallwood, (middle row) Jon Michael Hill, Cliff Chamberlain, Kate Arrington, Celeste M. Cooper, Anna D. Shapiro, Glenn Davis, Jim True-Frost, (front row) K. Todd Freeman, Caroline Neff, Kathryn Erbe, Audrey Francis, Eric Simonson, Tim Hopper
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Ensemble Members with Gala Co-Chairs Ron and Paula Mallicoat, and Bob and Amy Greenebaum, Board Chair Keating Crown and Caroline Crown, and Executive Director Brooke Flanagan
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Executive Director Brooke Flanagan, Artistic Director Glenn Davis, Caroline Crown, Board Chair Keating Crown, and Artistic Director Audrey Francis
credit: Kyle Flubacker
The venue, Bridgeport Art Center, provided sweeping views of the Chicago skyline.
credit: Kyle Flubacker
Ensemble Member K. Todd Freeman with stars of Chicago Fire Eamonn Walker and Hanako Greensmith
credit: Kyle Flubacker
Former Mayor Lori Lightfoot with Steppenwolf Associates Andrea Bailiff-Gush, Ben Hester, Kevin Dickey, Andrew Holden and Harriett White
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Michael Horton, Executive Director of Arts Alliance Illinois Claire Rice, Steppenwolf Trustee and Chair of the Illinois Arts Council Nora Daley, and Sean Conroy, joined by interactive entertainers furnished by Stage Factor
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Trustees Eric and Liz Lefkofsky
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Ensemble Member Caroline Neff reflects on Brandon Rivera’s journey from Steppenwolf Young Adult Council member to his role on Steppenwolf’s mainstage in 2023’s Sanctuary City.
credit: Kyle Flubacker
Ensemble Member and Trustee Jon Michael Hill presents Northern Trust Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Michael O’Grady with a gift in appreciation of Northern Trust’s four decades of partnership
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Ensemble Member Celeste M. Cooper cheers on Trustee Aimee Graham as she bids on the live auction
credit: Kyle Flubacker
Executive Director Brooke Flanagan, Ensemble Member and Artistic Director Audrey Francis, Trustee and former Board Chair Bruce Sagan, and Ensemble Member and Artistic Director Glenn Davis
credit: Kyle Flubacker
Members of the Steppenwolf Associates with Ensemble Member and Artistic Director Glenn Davis. The Steppenwolf Associates, a group of young professionals that fundraise for Steppenwolf Education throughout the year.
credit: Kyle Flubacker
DJ Rae Chardonnay kept the dance floor packed until late in the night.
credit: Kyle Flubacker
Co-Chairs
Bob and Amy Greenebaum
Ron and Paula Mallicoat
Sponsors
Partners
A/V PARTNER
WINE SPONSORS
OFFICIAL AND EXCLUSIVE AIRLINE
SAVE THE DATE
Our 2025 Gala will be held on May 10 at Steppenwolf Theatre. We hope to celebrate with you!
LEARN MORE
Do you have questions about the 2025 Gala? Please contact our events team for more information.
SAVE THE DATE
Our 2025 Gala will be held on May 10 at Steppenwolf Theatre. We hope to celebrate with you!
LEARN MORE
Do you have questions about the 2025 Gala? Please contact our events team for more information.