Theatre Aquarius Gala 2025
Jun 11, 2025 to Jun 11, 2025
Mainstage & Lobby
A Fully Completely & Fabulously Canadian Musical Theatre Celebration
TICKETS – $350TABLE OF 10 – $3000
(Charitable receipt portion provided)
For more information, including tickets, tables and sponsorship opportunities, contact Suzanne Lanthier – slanthier@theatreaquarius.org
Wednesday, June 11 at 5:30 PM
Theatre Aquarius190 King William St, Hamilton
Instant VIP Upgrade
VIP Service including 2 bottles of Veuve Clicquot at your table.
Be the first table served – Specially curated gift bag for all table guests.
Donated by: Theatre Aquarius
Fish ‘N Chips ‘N Chat with Alan Doyle & Bob Foster
Two tickets to see the new Canadian musical Tell Tale Harbour at the Royal Alexandra Theatre, starringGreat Big Sea’s Alan Doyle with Music Direction by Bob Foster (Maggie, Come From Away, and more!)
After the show, over drinks and dinner, you’ll meet up with Alan and Bob to chat about the show, their careers and all things music and musical theatre.
Restrictions: This package is for 2 guests and must be on a Sunday Matinee during the run on a date to be mutually agreed upon.
Show run (September 23 to November 2, 2025).
Value: Priceless
Donated by: Alan Doyle, Bob Foster and Theatre Aquarius
The Ultimate Hip Package
It is indeed a ‘Good Life’ when you take home this ultimate fan package featuring:
4 passes to attend the August workshop presentation (August 23, Toronto).
4 invitations to attend first day of rehearsal read-through.
4 passes to Cast Welcome Party (date TBD).
4 seats at the Sitzprobe (first band-cast sing-through)
4 tickets to Opening Night at Theatre Aquarius (May 1, 2026).
Autographed script and show poster.
Official Merchandise from The Tragically Hip.
Donated by: The Tragically Hip & Theatre Aquarius
Jayne Eastwood Original Painting
You know her, you love her, and you get to take a piece of her home with you! The incomparable Jayne Eastwood – award-winning actor and comedienne (and accomplished artist) is donating one of her original paintings, going home with the highest bidder!
Donated by: Jayne Eastwood
VIP Parking for a Year
Imagine … no more jostling for a spot! No more fighting with the ticket machine! No more yellow tickets on your windshield! For a period of 1 year, you will access to on-site parking at the theatre for 1 car.
PEI Paradise
A week’s stay at Big Point Farm during Summer of 2026.
Oceanfront cottage with your own red sand beach. 40 minutes from Charlottetown airport or 10 minutes from Ferry drop from NS.
Situated on 10 acres of land, surrounded by farmland, wild bird habitats and water.
Accommodations for up to 12 people.
Full use of the house and all its amenities – kayaking, paddle-boarding, biking.
Charlottetown is a short drive up Transcanada with wineries, farm stands, lighthouses and lots of other attractions close by.
Donated by: Mel Athulathmudali, Philip Lowry and Stuart
STARRING ….. YOU!
A specially curated walk-on role experience for you during the run of Murder on The Orient Express.
Costume designer, Brandon Kleiman and Head of Wardrobe Sonia Lewis will get you fitted from top to tail.
You’ll participate on-stage in this stunning production directed by Mary Francis Moore.
This non-speaking role will come with 8 tickets for your friends and family to watch you in action, with access to our Directors Lounge for complimentary bar and refreshments.
You’ll meet the cast and backstage crew and enjoy this unique opportunity to see (and be seen) in this highly anticipated show next season.
And … a bow at curtain call!
Value: PricelessDonated by: Theatre Aquarius
A De-Lovely Day in Niagara!
Dinner & Wine Pairings for 4 at Peninsula Ridge Estates Winery.
Tickets for 4 to see Anything Goes
Limo for the entire day / evening
Restrictions/Timing: Weekday performance to access limousine services
Value: $3000
Donated by: Peninsula Ridge Estates Winery, Gem Limousine Services with thanks The Shaw Festival
Dinner on the Dundas Cliff
A gourmet dinner party for 8, prepared by Chef Mel Athulathmudali at the Dundas home of Philip and Mel. A setting and view that is unmatched overlooking Dundas Valley Golf Course. Choose a traditional Sri Lankan menu or one that suits your tastes best! The date you select will determine a special guest or 2 from our 2025-26 Season.
No shopping, no cooking, no cleaning up! It’s a dinner party dream!!
Donated by: Mel Athulathmudali & Philip Lowry
Buddy In The House
It was a rocking time last year so again up for auction is a private house concert for up to 30 guests featuring Aquarius’ own Buddy Holly – Jeff Giles – and celebrated actor, singer and musician Jenn Kee. This year, Corey Apolcer joins on drums! Buddy Holly, The Eagles, Fleetwood Mac and more – you help choose the playlist!
Pizza, wings and other goodies along with beer & wine supplied byTheatre Aquarius.
No room? No problem!! Host your party at Theatre Aquarius in our studio theatre if you choose!
Timing: to be mutually agreed on
Donated by: Jeff Giles, Jenn Kee and Theatre Aquarius
It’s GRAND at the GRAND THEATRE
2 tickets to any show in the Grand Theatre’s 2025–26 Season which features: The Importance of Being Earnest, Come From Away, Piaf Dietrich and more!!! $100 Gift Card toward dinner for 2 at a local restaurant and complimentary drink tickets at the theatre. A night for 2 at Idyllwild Inn with full breakfast to round out your trip to London.
Donated by: The Grand Theatre & The Idyllwild Inn
Wine and Dine at THE GOOD EARTH
The winning bid will receive a trio of Good Earth Wines (red, white, and rosé) and a $150 gift certificate to the Good Earth restaurant in Beamsville, Ontario.
Donated by: Carmens Group/The Good Earth
SIT IN THE PIT at Disney’s Frozen
You and a Guest will meet Musical Director Bob Foster and experience the ‘underground’ talent of the FROZEN band as you sit in the Orchestra Pit for a performance of your choice. You’ll also receive 2 tickets to see the show on another date with access to the Directors’ Lounge.
Restrictions: Opening Night show is unavailable
Donated by: Bob Foster
Broadway BINGO, TUNES, TRIVIA & TREATS
Saturday, February 14, 2026
STUDIO AT THEATRE AQUARIUS7-9:30 PM 40 SPOTS AVAILABLE!
Do you LOVE musicals? Have we got a Valentines Event for you?
Back for year 2, join celebrated musical theatre actor, Sherry Garner and friends for a fun night all about Musical Theatre! Sing your HEARTS out with Sherry to your favourite show tunes! Win prizes at our Broadway Bingo/Musical Theatre Trivia contest! Pizza/Wings and sweet treats along with beer/wine are included in your package.
Sign up for $50 per person
Southen Wine Cellar Raid
12 bottles of select wines from Hidden Bench Winery.
• 2018 Pinot Noir Unfiltered • 2018 Locust Lane Vineyard Pinot Noir • 2019 Locust Lane Vineyard Pinot Noir • 2019 Rosemel Vineyard Pinot Noir • 2019 Felseck Vineyard Pinot Noir • 2018 Teroir Cache • 2019 Teroir Cache • 2018 La Brunante • 2019 Felseck Vineyard Riesling • 2020 Roman’s Block Riesling • 2017 Natur • 2016 Blanc de Blanc Zero Dosage
Expertly stored in the temperature and humidity controlled private wine Cellar of Dave Southen.
Included in this package is a Hidden Bench Corkscrew and Wine Journal and ETO Copper Wine Decanter
Donated by: Dave Southen
Come Fly With Me
Ever wonder about the secret behind the set pieces that fly in from the sky? It won’t be a secret any longer to the lucky bidder! Acrophobias need not bid on this special item that is truly ‘behind the curtain’. You’ll be part of the backstage ‘track’ – spending time backstage with our amazing crew (including time up in the flys) for a selected performance in the 2025–26 Season.
Restrictions: 18+, able to walk up several flights of stairs, black clothing must be worn.
Donated by: Theatre Aquarius Production Team
Stage Manager for a Day
For a one-of-a-kind, behind-the-scenes experience, you’ll shadow June Zinck, Stage Manager for Disney’s FROZEN.
From an hour pre-show, you’ll be a part of the backstage activity in getting the show ready for audiences. You’ll spend ACT 1 up in the booth with June and ACT 2 backstage with the stage management and crew. Meet the cast, the backstage crew and the band! Tickets and access to the Directors Lounge for 4 of your guests complete this package.
Restrictions: No 2-show days and available from Week 2 of performances to close.
Donated by: June Zinck and Theatre Aquarius
The Ultimate Theatre Lover
This package contains ticketing vouchers to the following 10 theatres for a coming production in each of their seasons.
Blyth
Canadian Stage
Capitol Theatre
Crows Theatre
Lighthouse Festival
Musical Stage
Port Stanley Festival
Theatre Orangeville
Soulpepper
Tarragon
With thanks to our theatre partners!
Canadian Spirit
Get your Canada Day party off to a great start with this array of Canadian made beer & spirits.
Package includes: Collective Arts Lager, Collective Art Mellow Mojitos, Citrus Gin Collins, Valley of Mother of God Gin, Hamilton Distillery Vodka, Magnotta 271 Canadian Single Malt.
Lots of Swag!!
Donated by: Collective Arts and Friends of Theatre Aquarius
Jeans ‘N Classics VIP Experience
The Jeans ‘n Classics Rock Symphony is returning to the Theatre Aquarius Stage for two shows next season. You’ll be treated to VIP experience for both!
October 22: Heartland: Current & Classic Country
February 11: Never Break The Chain: The Music of Fleetwood Mac
This VIP package will give you an up close and personal experience at what will be a sold-out event! You’ll receive:
• 4 Box Seats to both shows
• Access to the Directors Lounge for complimentary refreshments
• Meet & greet with the band and performers with photos for you to remember the evening!
Donated by: Theatre Aquarius, Jeans n Classics
HaveJokes, Will Travel: An Evening with Justin Shaw
Friday, September 19, 20257–9:30 PM 40 SPOTS AVAILABLE
Justin Shaw is a comedian and storyteller originally from Cardigan, Prince Edward Island now residing in Hamilton. Fusing comedy and storytelling, Shaw has toured his solo shows across Canada, having presented works with Blyth Festival, Charlottetown Festival, Here For Now, and Live @ The Centre. His most recent show “Have Jokes Will Travel” was featured in our Brave New Works “New Scripts. Out Loud.” weekend.
Justin is a graduate of the National Theatre School of Canada (Acting 2017) and proud alumnus of Vagabond Productions from the University of Prince Edward Island.
HAVE JOKES, WILL TRAVEL is Justin’s latest solo show and is a collection of hilarious tales that celebrate the experience of being an Islander now residing on the mainland. If you’re from PEI, your dad likely knows his dad.
Your $40 spot includes a ticket to the event with preferred reserved seating, 2 beverage tickets, & post show reception where you can meet Justin and swap stories!
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MAPLE LEAF SPONSOR
HAMILTON PROUD SPONSORS
BEER PARTNER
WINE PARTNER
CATERING PARTNER
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