fundraising events

THURSDAY, MAY 28, 2026

Cocktails: 5:30 p.m.
Dinner on stage: 6:30 p.m.
Concert: 7:30 p.m.

JOIN US AND TAKE CENTER STAGE!

Step into the spotlight with Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park for the second annual Center Stage — an unforgettable evening of music, glamour, and generosity, all unfolding on the Moe and Jack’s Place—The Rouse Theatre stage. After last year’s sold-out debut, the curtain rises once again for an exclusive benefit concert and dinner featuring Broadway sensation Javier Muñoz, who captivated audiences as Hamilton’s title role and In the Heights’ beloved Usnavi. In addition, we will welcome you for a sparkling cocktail reception, a sumptuous on-stage dinner artfully crafted by Chef Renée Schuler of Eat Well Celebrations & Feasts, and a few surprises worthy of the spotlight. Come celebrate the Playhouse and help us set the stage for the future of live theatre in Cincinnati.

Javier Muñoz is an acclaimed actor and activist whose dynamic career spans theatre, film, and television. He is best known for co-creating and later headlining the title role in the Broadway phenomenon Hamilton, succeeding Lin-Manuel Miranda. His Broadway breakthrough came with his starring turn as Usnavi in Lin-Manuel Miranda’s In the Heights.

On screen, Javier has appeared in the dark comedy feature Monuments, opposite David Sullivan and Marguerite Moreau, the indie film Love Reconsidered, and the Paramount+ drama Three Months alongside Troye Sivan and Judy Greer. He also lends his voice to a leading character in Disney Jr.’s animated series Eureka! His television credits include recurring roles on Shadowhunters, Blindspot, and Full Frontal with Samantha Bee.

Beyond his artistic work, Javier is a passionate advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and global health equity. He serves as a Global Ambassador for (RED), the organization dedicated to ending HIV/AIDS, and is a longtime supporter of GMHC.

We invite you to join us for Center Stage as a table sponsor or by purchasing individual tickets. We have only 170 seats available and hope to count you amongst this special group.

Producer Sponsorship

$10,000

SPONSOR

Exclusive recognition from the stage
Sponsorship recognition on event invitation (if sponsorship is received by the end of January 2026)
Social media recognition for all promotional Center Stage activities
Recognition in all 2026-27 Playbills and event program
Exclusive use of the Playhouse Donor Lounge for one corporate event*
Cocktails at the Center Stage event
A table for ten at the Center Stage concert and dinner
Invitation to three Artistic Director’s Circle events during the 2026-27 Season
VIP Ticket Service
Access to the Donor Lounge for select performances*
Six tickets and three parking passes to one performance during the 2026-27 season*
The satisfaction that your company is supporting a two-time Tony Award® winning theatre

*Based on Availability

Individual Ticket

$750 per person

PURCHASE

Recognition on event invitation (if sponsorship is received by the end of January 2026)
Recognition in the event program
Access to the Donor Lounge for select performances*
Cocktails at the Center Stage event
Center Stage concert and dinner
The satisfaction that you are supporting a two-time Tony Award® winning theatre

*Based on Availability

Non-Attendance

Donation

SUPPORT

The satisfaction that you are supporting a two-time Tony Award® winning theatre

Mainstage productions reaching 100,000 people annually
Education and Outreach programs reaching 37,000 children and families annually

See you on the Broadway red carpet at the Playhouse on May 28.

For questions or to pledge your support, please contact Sneja H. Tomassian, Chief Philanthropy Officer, at Sneja.Tomassian@cincyplay.com or (513) 977-2081.