Monday, May 3 @ 7pm
New Rep is thrilled to announce our 2021 gala:
“Technical Difficulties: A New Rep Gala ”
Our virtual gala will present electrifying performances, entertainment, and honorees with a digital twist, embracing the technological hiccups of the digital world with humor and joy. We’ll celebrate the resilience of our organization in an event that might not be free from glitches, but is guaranteed to be an evening of unforgettable fun.
Silent Auction
Our Silent Auction is LIVE! Get your bidding started for a chance to spend the last days of August in idyllic Martha’s Vineyard, get a sneak peek behind the Broadway curtain with Tony Award winning director, David Cromer or enjoy a delicious dinner for 6 with the best of WGBH!
Your Experience
Tickets are free and are available to reserve online by using the link below:
Virtual galas never feel quite the same as the real thing. We know this, you know this—there’s no use beating around the bush! Virtual galas never encompass the Gala experience…. until now. Introducing our Gala Experience Packages! Have the party delivered straight to your door or pick it up from our offices to join the celebration from the comfort of your home. Order yours today and get the party started! Glitch boxes are available to order through April 25th.
VIP Gala Experience Package- $100
Includes:
- Access to a private VIP performance from New Rep performers, Daniela Delahuerta & Katrina Z. Pavao, as well as exclusive content from Broadway Star, Alton Fitzgerald White.
- 1 Glitch Box including a New Rep-branded face mask, and a mystery selection of snacks & goodies
Gala Experience Package- $50
Includes:
- 1 Glitch Box including a New Rep-branded face mask face mask and a mystery selection of snacks & goodies
Artists
New Rep is proud to announce the following artists as part of our all-star lineup of performers:
Honorees
Sponsors
New Rep would like to thank the following individuals and businesses for their generous support of Technical Difficulties: A New Rep Gala
Corporate Sponsors:



Individual Sponsors & Donors:
Jon Abbott and Shari Malyn
Marissa Accordino
Lillian Sober-Ain
Chinelle Andrews
Caroline Bays
Edward Boesel
Jane Brauer
Stephen and Lisa Breit
Ruth Budd
Sean Buffington
Holly Crary
Michael Cunningham
Cynthia Dailey Smith
Mary Dill
Donna Dowie
Nicole Dumas
Lee and Amy Ellsworth
Carol and Lewis Epstein
Shannon Fairley-Pittman
Joseph Fallon
Marla and Max Felcher
Lisa Field-Coleman
Estelle Freedman
Julia Freedson
Lori B. Gans
Erika Geetter and David Siegel
Donald Giller
Lisa Goldfinger
Natasha Gordon
Michelle Gorgone
Andre Green
Garth and Lindsay Greimann
Rose Griscom
Sarah Guarino
Richard Harriman
William Hodgetts
Sandra Hodgetts
Dawn Holemon
Caroline Holland and Andrea Holland, in honor of our mother Vivien Li
Kathleen Imholt
Elvernoy Johnson
Christopher Jones
Kathryn Jones
Deborah Kahn
Stanley B. and Joanne Kay
Ben Klass
Laurie Kramer
Ann and Ted Kurland
Joan Lancourt
Evette Layne
Amanda Leath
Paul and Mary Lee
Rebecca Lee
Vivien Li
Carolyn Libby
Tondrea Mabins
Maury Malyn
Todd Michael Hall
Harris Miller
Dorothy Mohr
Caroline Mortimer
Danielle Naugler
Chris Noble
M. Bevin O’Gara
Sarah O’Neill
Zack Page
Bob and Jackie Pascucci
Cheryl Price
Caly Pyburn
Mary Rivet
Robert Band
Eda Roth
Laura and Alex Saltonstall
Chuck Schwager
Betty Seinfeld
Marilou Shaughnessy
Christopher Shearer
Jill Smilow
Ruth Spack
Geoffrey and April Stein
Natalie Stevenson
Jim & Cathy Stone
Pamela Taylor
Marva Tomer
Jo Trompet
Robert Turner
Marie Williams
Eliza Wilson
Nancy Winkelstein Plaut
Lorel Zarkessler
Michael Zimmer
2021 Gala Committee Chair:
Shari Malyn
2021 Gala Committee:
Shannon Fairley-Pittman
Lisa Field-Coleman
Robbie Flanagan
Caroline Mortimer
Danielle Naugler
M. Bevin O’Gara
Angelica Potter
Cheryl Price
Denise Takvorian
Become a Sponsor
Interested in seeing your name or company logo up in lights? Become a “Technical Difficulties” sponsor! We offer a variety of sponsorship levels, each with their own exciting perks:
Sponsorship Levels:
Marquee Sponsor- $25,000
- 30 VIP tickets and Glitch Boxes
- Name in playbill
- Signed poster from our Live Musical Guests
- Live Acknowledgement during our Gala
- Signed Poster and private Zoom Lunch with Broadway Star, Alton Fitzgerald White
- Opportunity to present opening remarks at VIP reception
- Naming Rights for New Rep’s 2021 Gala (Brought to you by a generous gift from…)
Broadway Sponsor- $20,000
- 20 VIP Tickets and Glitch Boxes
- Name in playbill
- Signed poster from our Live Musical Guests
- Live Acknowledgement during our Gala
- Signed Poster and private Zoom Lunch with Broadway Star, Alton Fitzgerald White
- Opportunity to present opening remarks at VIP reception
- Named sponsorship of our Broadway performance (Brought to you by a generous gift from…)
Live Music Sponsor- $15,000
- 15 VIP Tickets and Glitch Boxes
- Name in playbill
- Signed poster from our Live Musical Guests
- Live Acknowledgement during our Gala
- Signed Poster from Broadway Star
- Named sponsorship of our Live Musical Guests (Brought to you by a generous gift from…)
Platinum Sponsor- $10,000
- 12 VIP tickets and Glitch Boxes
- Name in playbill
- Signed poster from our Live Musical Guests
- Live Acknowledgement during our Gala
- Signed Poster from Broadway Star
Gold Sponsor- $5,000
- 8 VIP tickets and Glitch Boxes
- Name in playbill
- Signed poster from our Live Musical Guests
- Live Acknowledgement during our Gala
Silver Sponsor- $2,500
- 4 VIP tickets and Glitch Boxes
- Name in playbill
- Signed poster from our Live Musical Guests
Bronze Sponsor- $1,000
- 2 VIP tickets and Glitch Boxes
- Name in playbill
Questions about becoming a sponsor? Contact Development Director, Lisa Field-Coleman
Gallery
Ever wonder what it takes to produce a virtual gala? Check out this behind-the-scenes action from our film shoot and get ready for an evening of singing, dancing, and lots of laughter!
Donate
Support from patrons like you will help ensure that New Rep comes out of the COVID-19 pandemic stronger than ever!
