Together, we’re setting the stage for the future!
Thanks to our amazing donors, the 2nd Act Campaign is giving our venue a well-deserved encore—new seats, fresh finishes, and a space ready to welcome even more unforgettable moments. We couldn’t do it without you!
Orchestra Row Sponsors ($50,000-$124,999+):
- The Family of Mrs. Elizabeth C. Staley
- Steve & Jodie Koch
- Dr. Jeff & Mrs. Sandy Lorber
- June Novak-Bock & Stephanie Elder
- UIS Performing Arts Center Volunteer Association (PAVA)
- Saul Morse & Anne Morgan
Loge Row Sponsor ($25,000–$49,999):
- In Memory of Dorothy Milling
- Sharron LaFollette
Mezzanine Row Sponsors ($10,000-$24,999):
- Gift on behalf of Ms. Mary Mitchell Beaumont
- Gina Kovack & Dave Steward
- Steve & Jeannette Hassebrock
- Dennis & Diane Rumme
- Carol L. Herzog
- Jill Halverson Meseke
Balcony Row Sponsors ($5,000-$9,999):
- Mike & Beth Beasley
- Keith & Lisa Wichterman
- In Memory of Benedict, Vita, and Darius Zemaitis
- Dr. Stephen & Lisa Stone
- Shirley Baer
- Carol & Clark Esarey
- Sam & Mary Lou Fugate
- Melvin D. Wing Charitable Trust
- Mary, Alan, Susan, Beth, & Sinn Lokan
Seat Sponsors ($1,000-$4,999):
- Gary & Sue Bacon
- Scottie & Diane Bevill
- In honor of Linda Ballard
- In honor of Kevin Dallavis
- Stephen England
- Todd & Jenny Fallone
- Diane Hetherington
- David & Ruth Hicks
- Kevin & Susan Hingle
- Jim & Dee Hoover
- Theodore LeBlang
- Larry & Carol Lenzi
- Naomi Lynn
- Donald & Brenda Peck
- Kathleen Stevens
- Theodore & Judy Sunder
- Judy & Wayne Swigert
- In honor of Michael C. Vujovich
- Sharon Zook
- Curtis Fox
- John & Pat Harms
- In honor of Brandon Coonrod & In honor of George F. Griffiths
- Jim & Sara Lopinski
- Joyce & Steven Nardulli
- Steve & Chris Bedford
- Kelly & Blaine Bedolli
- Larry Christensen
- Kathleen Corrigan
- Janet & Richard Gooch
- In memory of John R. Yates
- Warren & Deborah Knoles
- Carrol R. Richards
- Jan Slingsby
- Tammy Spradlin
- Teresa Roy Szabo
- Art Bowden and Sue Schaeffer
- Dr. and Mrs. Donald Graham
- Glenda Terpstra
- Marcia Wherry
- In honor of Patricia Coon
- Timothy Crawford
- Michael & Linda Luepke
- Wanda Lee Chapel
- Dick & Linda Livingston
- In honor of Judy Swierkosz
- Gerahd Emery
- Bill & Julie Kellner
- Laureen & Patrick McCarthy
- Daniel & Sally Petrone
- Don & Jennifer Hamilton
- In honor of C. John Browning & Shirley Browning
- Dan & Lynn Brown
- Robert Cline
- In memory of Olivia Jean Sampson
- Michael Pick
- Christopher & Kathleen Mueller
- Dave Joens & Mona Martin
- Diana & Mike Dedrick
- Jim Burton
- Doug & Brenda Byers
- Mary Ann & Gerry Beard
- Rich & Carolyn Berning
- Robert & Gail Hedges
- Warren & Deborah Knoles
- Leigh E. Sickinger
- Sally Jackson
- Carpenters Local 270
- Edward Santarelli
- Vicki Megginson
- In honor of Bryan Rives & In honor of Daniel Dozier
- Cory & Anna Dowling
- Michelle & Dave Burke
- Jo Ann Alessandrini
- Lisa Funderburg
- George & Diane Stone
- Executive Transportation
- Steve & Jeannie Goodman
- Betty Garlisch
- Michael & Terry Rogers
- Sicilian Encounters
- Lori Jones
- Barbara Doud
- Linda & Dr. Roland Folse
- Robert & Veda Vaughn
- Susan Millard & Debra Kirkland
- Terry & Marcia Supan
- Gene & Cathie Crim
- John Dale & Ronee Kennedy
Fundraising Tiers & Perks:
Tier 1: Campaign Supporter ($125-$999)
- Invitation to donor events during closure.
- Advance 2026-2027 ticket purchase.
- Recognition during reopening season in lobby and special campaign booklet.
Tier 2: Seat Sponsor ($1,000–$5,000)
- All Tier 1 perks.
- For a gift of $1,000 per seat, you may “name” a seat to honor your support or recognize a loved one. Donors will be listed on a special display in the lobby, leaving a lasting legacy while supporting the auditorium’s transformation.
Tier 3: Balcony Row Sponsor ($5,000–$9,999)
- All Tier 1 perks.
- Choice of balcony row, where your name (or that of a loved one) will be printed on row end cap.
Tier 4: Mezzanine Row Sponsor ($10,000–$24,999)
- All Tier 1 perks.
- Choice of mezzanine row, where your name (or that of a loved one) will be printed on row end cap.
Tier 5: Loge Row Sponsor ($25,000–$49,999)
- All Tier 1 perks.
- Choice of loge row, where your name (or that of a loved one) will be printed on row end cap.
Tier 6: Orchestra Row Sponsor ($50,000–$124,999)
- All Tier 1 perks.
- Choice of orchestra row, where your name (or that of a loved one) will be printed on row end cap.
Tier 7: Gold Circle Sponsor ($125,000)
- All Tier 1 perks.
- Name added in all locations where Gold Circle is listed, in addition to name or logo on seats within Gold Circle. Note: This naming opportunity expires 10 years from reopening with first right of refusal for future years.
Angel Sponsors:
Angel Sponsors at the $250,000, $500,000, and $1 million levels will receive personalized recognition and exclusive opportunities tailored to their philanthropic vision. We will work closely with each Angel Sponsor to ensure their support is acknowledged in a meaningful way that aligns with their interests and preferences.
Thank you to our generous donors listed on this page! We are so close to our fundraising goal. If you would like to support the 2nd Act Campaign, reach out to Sarah Brewer at (217) 206-6150.
