BROADWAY IN BETHESDA GALA

This unforgettable evening will once again feature an extraordinary Broadway talent—building on past performances by Renée Elise Goldsberry, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Laura Benanti, Audra McDonald, and Kelli O’Hara. We look forward to announcing this year’s headliner soon.

Saturday, April 18, 2026

John and Rachel King, Gala Co-Chairs

VIP Cocktail Reception and Sponsor Dinner | 5:00PM
Join Round House Theatre Artists and VIPS in the grand lobby of 7501 Wisconsin Avenue for a sumptuous feast catered by Susan Gage Catering and featuring a specialty cocktail designed for this event. At 7 PM, you’ll come next door to the theatre where the celebration continues! 

Pre-Concert Reception | 6:30PM
Mingle with guests at a pre-concert reception featuring an open bar, nibbles from Susan Gage Catering, and Round House friends and family!

Concert & Live Auction | 7:30PM
Join us for an unforgettable evening with a to-be-announced headliner, in support of Round House's artistic and educational programs.

Following the Concert, join us in the lobby for a fabulous assortment of desserts and beverages!

BECOME A GALA SPONSOR

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES 

$25,000 Executive Producer Sponsor 

  • Premier seating for 10 guests at Dinner 

  • Ability to Select Specific Seats for Concert  

  • VIP Meet and Greet with our headliner

  • Signed memorabilia (one per sponsor) from our headliner

  • Opportunity to sit with a Round House artist or other VIP at sponsor dinner 

  • Complimentary parking for all guests 

  • Public recognition from the stage  

  • Recognition on all printed and digital event materials 

  • Listing as Executive Producer on Gala webpage  

 

$12,000 Producer Sponsor 

  • Premier seating for 8 guests  

  • VIP Meet and Greet with our headliner

  • Signed memorabilia (one per sponsor) from our headliner

  • Opportunity to sit with a Round House artist or other VIP at sponsor dinner 

  • Complimentary parking for all guests 

  • Public recognition from the stage  

  • Recognition on all printed and digital event materials 

  • Listing as lead sponsor on Gala webpage  

 

$6,000 Star Sponsor  

  • Priority seating for 6 guests  

  • Signed memorabilia (one per sponsor) from our headliner

  • Opportunity to sit with a VIP at sponsor dinner 

  • Complimentary parking for all guests 

  • Public recognition from the stage 

  • Recognition on all printed event materials 

  • Listing as sponsor on Gala webpage  

 

$1,000 Spotlight Ticket 

  • Choice seating and dinner for one guest 

  • Complimentary parking 

  • Recognition on invitation, program, event signage, and Gala webpage  

To learn more or become a sponsor, please contact our Development Department at 240.644.1405 or Development@RoundHouseTheatre.org.

Round House Theatre is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt, non-profit organization (EIN 52-1289737). Deductible contributions should be reduced by $375 per person who attends the Gala based on the value of goods received. Gala tickets and other goods if applicable will be provided at the door. Gala ticket purchases and sponsorships are non-refundable. In the event you are unable to attend, you will receive full tax deductibility for your contribution. 

Star and Producer Sponsorships come with 6 and 8 seats at a table;  Round House Theatre reserves the right to fill each table to ten with artists, elected officials, other VIPs or senior RHT leadership.

Photos

2024 - Brian Stokes Mitchell
<p>Brian Stokes Mitchell performing at the <em>Broadway in Bethesda </em>Gala. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography. </p>

Brian Stokes Mitchell performing at the Broadway in Bethesda Gala. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography. 

2024 - Brian Stokes Mitchell
<p>Brian Stokes Mitchell and Teen Performance Company Members. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography</p>

Brian Stokes Mitchell and Teen Performance Company Members. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography

2024 - Brian Stokes Mitchell
<p>Sophia Early and Emma Wallach performing at the <em>Broadway in Bethesda </em>Gala. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography. </p>

Sophia Early and Emma Wallach performing at the Broadway in Bethesda Gala. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography. 

2024 - Brian Stokes Mitchell
<p>TPC alum and Round House Teaching Artist EmmaLou Joy speaking at the <em>Broadway in Bethesda </em>Gala. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography. </p>

TPC alum and Round House Teaching Artist EmmaLou Joy speaking at the Broadway in Bethesda Gala. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography. 

2024 - Brian Stokes Mitchell
<p>TPC alum Noah E. Green speaking at the <em>Broadway in Bethesda </em>Gala. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography. </p>

TPC alum Noah E. Green speaking at the Broadway in Bethesda Gala. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography. 

2024 - Brian Stokes Mitchell
<p>Artistic Director Ryan Rilette speaking at the <em>Broadway in Bethesda </em>Gala. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography.  </p>

Artistic Director Ryan Rilette speaking at the Broadway in Bethesda Gala. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography.  

2024 - Brian Stokes Mitchell
<p>Managing Director Ed Zakreski and Congressman Jamie Raskin. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography. </p>

Managing Director Ed Zakreski and Congressman Jamie Raskin. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography. 

2024 - Brian Stokes Mitchell
<p>Jay Hammer, Robin Hammer, Yve Dinte, and Paul Dinte. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography. </p>

Jay Hammer, Robin Hammer, Yve Dinte, and Paul Dinte. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography. 

2024 - Brian Stokes Mitchell
<p>Brian Stokes Mitchell performing at the <em>Broadway in Bethesda </em>Gala. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography. </p>

Brian Stokes Mitchell performing at the Broadway in Bethesda Gala. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography. 

2024 - Brian Stokes Mitchell
<p>Brian Stokes Mitchell performing at the <em>Broadway in Bethesda </em>Gala. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography. </p>

Brian Stokes Mitchell performing at the Broadway in Bethesda Gala. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography. 

2024 - Brian Stokes Mitchell
<p>Brian Stokes Mitchell performing at the <em>Broadway in Bethesda </em>Gala. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography. </p>

Brian Stokes Mitchell performing at the Broadway in Bethesda Gala. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography. 

2024 - Brian Stokes Mitchell
<p>Brian Stokes Mitchell performing at the <em>Broadway in Bethesda </em>Gala. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography. </p>

Brian Stokes Mitchell performing at the Broadway in Bethesda Gala. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography. 

2024 - Brian Stokes Mitchell
<p>Brian Stokes Mitchell performing at the <em>Broadway in Bethesda </em>Gala. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography. </p>

Brian Stokes Mitchell performing at the Broadway in Bethesda Gala. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography. 

2024 - Brian Stokes Mitchell
<p>Brian Stokes Mitchell performing at the <em>Broadway in Bethesda </em>Gala. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography. </p>

Brian Stokes Mitchell performing at the Broadway in Bethesda Gala. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography. 

2024 - Brian Stokes Mitchell
<p>Brian Stokes Mitchell performing at the <em>Broadway in Bethesda </em>Gala. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography. </p>

Brian Stokes Mitchell performing at the Broadway in Bethesda Gala. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography. 

2024 - Brian Stokes Mitchell
2024 - Brian Stokes Mitchell
<p>Brian Stokes Mitchell, Judy Zickler, and Leo Zickler. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography. </p>

Brian Stokes Mitchell, Judy Zickler, and Leo Zickler. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography. 

Photos

2023 - Laura Benanti
<p>Laura Benanti and Todd Almond performing at the <em>Broadway in Bethesda </em>gala. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography. </p>

Laura Benanti and Todd Almond performing at the Broadway in Bethesda gala. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography. 

<p>Laura Benanti and Todd Almond performing at the <em>Broadway in Bethesda </em>gala. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography. </p>

Laura Benanti and Todd Almond performing at the Broadway in Bethesda gala. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography. 

<p>Laura Benanti performing at the <em>Broadway in Bethesda </em>gala. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography. </p>

Laura Benanti performing at the Broadway in Bethesda gala. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography. 

<p>Dinner at 7501 Wisconsin. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography</p>

Dinner at 7501 Wisconsin. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography

<p style="margin-bottom: 0in;" class="MsoNormal">Bridget Deloatch-Outlaw, Kevin Lewis, Joe Hale, Leslie Grizzard and Beth Anne Meyer. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography. </p>

Bridget Deloatch-Outlaw, Kevin Lewis, Joe Hale, Leslie Grizzard and Beth Anne Meyer. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography. 

<p>Tim and Susan Gibson. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography. </p>

Tim and Susan Gibson. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography. 

<p>Barbara Rhoden, Joy Lewis, and Michael Faison. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography. </p>

Barbara Rhoden, Joy Lewis, and Michael Faison. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography. 

<p>Trevor Brown, John Horman, Michael Staines, and Alex Staines. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography. </p>

Trevor Brown, John Horman, Michael Staines, and Alex Staines. Photo by Cameron Whitman Photography.