2018 Curtain Call Ball performers and dinner | Photos by Dan Norman

Countdown to the Curtain Call Ball

Children's Theatre Company
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4 min readAug 22, 2019

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The signature fundraiser for Children’s Theatre Company, the Curtain Call Ball is a can’t-miss event for dedicated CTC supporters and friends. This year’s celebration Mystical Menagerie is on Saturday, September 7.

2019 Curtain Call Ball | Photo by Dan Norman

A full production in itself, this highly theatrical event is an experience not to miss! The enchanting opening act will begin with cocktails, small bites, and a silent auction. An over-the-top dinner will follow before a dazzling cabaret with a rousing live auction. Get ready for a spectacular evening with unforgettable surprises.

The Cabaret performance from 2019 and Friends of CTC at the 2017 Curtain Call Ball | Photos by Dan Norman

Over the past 30 years, the Curtain Call Ball has raised more than $11 Million for CTC, allowing us to carry out our mission of creating extraordinary theatre experiences that educate, challenge, and inspire young people and their communities.

Longtime CTC supporters John and Sandy Hey at the 2018 Curtain Call Ball | Photo by Dan Norman

“The Curtain Ball is simply the best party in town. From the second you arrive, the magic begins. Prepare to be dazzled!”

Sandy Hey

This year, we are focusing our fundraising efforts on supporting our ACT Pass program. ACT Pass participants include over 1,000 households in our community who experience economic disparities and hardship. The goal of the program is to eliminate barriers and allow everyone to experience high-quality theatre performances. ACT Pass-holders are eligible for subsidized, $5 tickets to every production and automatically qualify for scholarships to our Theatre Arts Training classes and camps. During the 2018–2019 Season alone, CTC subsidized $200,000 in tickets to public performances. For more information about our ACT Pass program or to join please visit: www.childrenstheatre.org/actpass

“Not every household can afford regular prices for performances and classes for kids and teens, but each child is deserving of it regardless of their economic status.” - ACT Pass member

Join more than 400 guests to behold a magical night of electrifying entertainment, culinary creations, and fantastical fundraising. Every moment is filled with an experience unlike any other including an all-star cabaret performance and a dazzling after-party featuring the music of Dr. Mambo’s Combo!

“Curtain Call Ball was one of the best fundraising evenings we have ever experienced. The event not only promoted a great community treasure, but was tremendous fun for all who were lucky enough to be in attendance. That night hit a ten!” — Nancy and John Lindahl

Beautiful table arrangements from the 2012 Curtain Call Ball and guests dancing the night away at the Curtain Call Ball ‘Boogie Wonderland’ in 2010 | Photo by Dan Norman

We look forward to seeing you at this year’s Curtain Call Ball, Mystical Menagerie on September 7.

Still need your tickets? Purchase online or call Tom Kachelmacher at 612.872.5111.

Photos from the Curtain Call Ball | Photo by Dan Norman

— Article by Tyler Quam

The 2018 Curtain Call Ball ‘Out with the Rageous’ | Photo by Dan Norman

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Children's Theatre Company
Off Book

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