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2023 Gala

A taste of the Windy City is heading this way! One of the most legendary rock & roll bands of all time, Chicago, will bring their signature sound to the party of the season – the Great Lakes Center for the Arts’ 2023 Gala!

Enjoy an unforgettable evening featuring cocktails, a VIP dinner with a live auction, and Chicago - LIVE in concert. After the show, guests are encouraged to head upstairs to the Rooftop Afterparty to dance the night away under the stars and enjoy tasty, well-crafted cocktails and inspired bites on the Center’s version of the Willis Tower.

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Proceeds from the Gala benefit the mission of the Great Lakes Center for the Arts—to inspire, entertain, educate, and serve all in Northern Michigan year-round by presenting exceptional experiences across the full spectrum of the performing arts and offering impactful educational opportunities.

The Evening

Attire: Chicago Chic, Black Tie optional

5:00PM VIP Dinner (Attended through a Sponsorship only)

8:30PM Gala Concert with Chicago

10:00PM Rooftop Afterparty sponsored by Todd Wenzel Automotive

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About Chicago

This year marks Chicago’s 56^th consecutive year of touring. The setlist will include timeless fan favorites that span multiple decades and are beloved by fans of all ages!

Chicago is one of the longest-running and best-selling groups of all time and the highest-charting American band in Billboard’s Hot 100 All-Time Top Artists. The first American band to ever chart albums in Billboard’s Pop Top 40 in five consecutive decades, Chicago has earned an impressive 47 gold and platinum awards throughout their distinguished career. In 2020, Chicago was awarded a Grammy for the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Recording Academy.

Individual Sponsorship Levels and Benefits

Become a Sponsor

Co-Chair | $25,000

Recognition from Center Stage
Eight prime tickets to VIP Dinner, Gala Concert, and Rooftop Afterparty
Distinguished recognition on all materials
Optional on-call personal concierge available via text or phone call for duration of the evening
Recognition in the Gala program
Acknowledgment on the Gala webpage

Committee | $12,000

Eight tickets to VIP Dinner, Gala Concert, and Rooftop Afterparty
Recognition in the Gala program
Acknowledgment on the Gala webpage

Maestro | $6,000

Four tickets to VIP Dinner, Gala Concert, and Rooftop Afterparty
Recognition in the Gala program
Acknowledgment on the Gala webpage

Director | $3,000

Two tickets to VIP Dinner, Gala Concert, and Rooftop Afterparty
Recognition in the Gala program
Acknowledgment on the Gala webpage

Soloist | $1,500

One ticket to VIP Dinner, Gala Concert, and Rooftop Afterparty
Recognition in the Gala program
Acknowledgment on the Gala webpage

Corporate Sponsorship Levels and Benefits

Become a Corporate Sponsor

Diamond Event Sponsor | $50,000

Twelve prime tickets to VIP Dinner, Gala Concert, and Rooftop Afterparty
Naming rights to the Gala Concert with prominent logo placement
Recognition from Center Stage
Company name listed in the Gala program
Recognition in printed and digital materials

Platinum Event Sponsors | $25,000

Eight prime tickets to VIP Dinner, Gala Concert, and Rooftop Afterparty
Naming rights to ~~choice of Rooftop Afterparty or~~ (fulfilled) VIP Dinner
Logo on cocktail napkins at the ~~Rooftop Afterparty or~~ VIP Dinner
Recognition from Center Stage
Company name listed in the Gala program
Recognition in printed and digital materials

Gold Event Sponsors | $12,000

Six tickets to the VIP Dinner, Gala Concert, and Rooftop Afterparty
Naming rights to choice of Rooftop Afterparty Entertainment, VIP Welcome, or Signature Drink
Recognition from Center Stage
Company name listed in the Gala program
Recognition in printed and digital materials

Silver Event Sponsors | $6,000