2025 SHINE! Gala

The Cyclorama at the Boston Center for the Arts

Co-Chairs
Stephanie L. Brown and Susan & Michael Thonis

Join Celebrity Series of Boston for another unforgettable SHINE! Gala, this time in honor of Joshua Boger, PhD, Celebrity Series’ longstanding Chair of the Board of Directors.

Since stepping into his role in 2009, Joshua’s steady, entrepreneurial leadership has grown Celebrity Series into an organization committed equally to curating unforgettable artistic experiences as it is to breaking down barriers.

We look forward to a special Gala evening that reflects the innovation, excitement, and breadth of Joshua’s tenure with cocktails, dinner, dancing, and unforgettable artist tributes.

This is a Black Tie event.

Your support of the 2025 SHINE! Gala

  • supports Celebrity Series’ acclaimed Arts for All! community programs, including our Neighborhood Arts performances that provide vital employment opportunities for Boston-based artists in communities that have been historically under-resourced;
  • supports partnerships with vendors, artists, and community partners that reflect our vibrant Greater Boston community;
  • makes possible Celebrity Series’ work on the live performance stage and in welcoming community spaces;
  • and ensures that Celebrity Series remains strong and resilient in our changed and ever-changing environment.

COMMIT YOUR SUPPORT OF
THE 2025 SHINE! GALA

Show your support of the SHINE! Gala by purchasing a cabaret ticket(s) or table. Gala ticket and table options are SOLD OUT!

Purchase your cabaret ticket(s) or table


Non-Attending Donations and Paddle Bid Support

Non-Attending Gala Donations

If you are unable to attend the SHINE! Gala, Celebrity Series will gladly accept fully tax-deductible donations in support of the event. Donations committed before January 15, 2025 will be recognized on the event invitations. Please click the Non-Attending Donation button below.

Benefits for non-attending donations include:

  • Recognition on Gala printed invitation and website
  • Recognition during Gala event on virtual signage
  • Recognition in all Celebrity Series digital performance programs from February 2025 through January 2026
  • Recognition in the 2024/25 BRAVO! Annual Report

Paddle Bid Donations

If you would like to make a donation in support of the evening's fundraising efforts, please click the below Paddle Bid Donation button.

Benefits for paddle bid donations include:

  • Recognition on Gala website
  • Recognition during Gala event on virtual signage
  • Recognition in all Celebrity Series digital performance programs from February 2025 through January 2026
  • Recognition in the 2024/25 BRAVO! Annual Report
Make a Non-Attending Donation
Make a Paddle Bid Donation
Please reference Fidelity Charitable's Donor Advised Fund guidelines for charitable gala and fundraising events to understand restrictions on using your Donor Advised Funds to support the SHINE! Gala.

Experience a past SHINE! Gala...

Contact

For more information, please contact

Anya Hess

Senior Manager of Events and Donor Relations

ah@celebrityseries.org
(617) 598-3248