Join the acclaimed Ensemble and Board of Trustees to celebrate our expanded artistic home and the return of live arts in Chicago.
Fun, urban chic attire
Join Steppenwolf artists and leaders from Chicago’s civic and business community for cocktails and a gourmet seated dinner in a striking venue on the river.
Enjoy a remarkable evening of entertainment emceed by Ensemble Members and Artistic Directors Glenn Davis and Audrey Francis.
Steppenwolf’s Gala generates vital funding to provide an artistic home for our Ensemble, bring bold and innovative theatrical experiences to the stage, and create educational programs reaching thousands of teens throughout the Chicago region and beyond. Join our community of supporters in championing the comeback of live theater and the integral role of art in all our lives.
Keep the celebration going late into the evening with a live auction that features once-in-a-lifetime experiences with our artists, DJ Rae Chardonnay and after-hours lounge.
Steppenwolf Gala 2022
GALA 2022 - Photo Gallery
GALA 2019 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s 2022 Gala was designed by Jeffrey Foster for Frost Chicago
credit: Kyle Flubacker
GALA 2022 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 450 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2022 Gala on Saturday, May 14, raising a record-breaking $1.96 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
Ensemble Members and Artistic Directors Glenn Davis and Audrey Francis emceed the evening
credit: Kyle Flubacker
GALA 2022 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 450 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2022 Gala on Saturday, May 14, raising a record-breaking $1.96 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
Ensemble Members (left to right) Yasen Peyankov, Rajiv Joseph, Namir Smallwood, Glenn Davis, Eric Simonson, Robert Breuler, Celeste M. Cooper, Tarell Alvin McCraney, Sandra Marquez, Alana Arenas, Kate Arrington, Caroline Neff, Jim True-Frost, (front row) Jeff Perry, Audrey Francis, Tim Hopper
credit: Kyle Flubacker
GALA 2022 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 450 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2022 Gala on Saturday, May 14, raising a record-breaking $1.96 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
Board Chair Eric Lefkofsky, Liz Lefkofsky, Gala Co-Chairs Bryan Traubert and Penny Pritzker, Artistic Director Glenn Davis, Executive Director Brooke Flanagan, Gala Co-Chair Nora Daley, Artistic Director Audrey Francis, Gala Co-Chairs Keating and Caroline Crown
credit: Kyle Flubacker
GALA 2022 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 450 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2022 Gala on Saturday, May 14, raising a record-breaking $1.96 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
Trustee Cari Sacks, Trustee and Chicago’s First Lady Amy Eshleman, Michael Sacks of Grosvenor Capital and Dia Weil. Grosvenor Capital was a lead sponsor of the event.
credit: Kyle Flubacker
GALA 2022 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 450 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2022 Gala on Saturday, May 14, raising a record-breaking $1.96 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
Ensemble Member Celeste M. Cooper enjoys conversation with the guests at her table
credit: Kyle Flubacker
GALA 2022 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 450 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2022 Gala on Saturday, May 14, raising a record-breaking $1.96 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
Members of the Steppenwolf Ensemble take the stage
credit: Kyle Flubacker
GALA 2022 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 450 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2022 Gala on Saturday, May 14, raising a record-breaking $1.96 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
Ensemble Members Tim Hopper and Alana Arenas
credit: Kyle Flubacker
GALA 2022 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 450 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2022 Gala on Saturday, May 14, raising a record-breaking $1.96 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
Members of the Steppenwolf Associates, a group of young professionals that fundraise for Steppenwolf Education throughout the year
credit: Kyle Flubacker
GALA 2022 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 450 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2022 Gala on Saturday, May 14, raising a record-breaking $1.96 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
Co-founder Jeff Perry with Artistic Directors Audrey Francis and Glenn Davis
credit: Kyle Flubacker
GALA 2022 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 450 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2022 Gala on Saturday, May 14, raising a record-breaking $1.96 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
Executive Director Brooke Flanagan with Trustee Douglas R. Brown and Rachel Kraft
credit: Kyle Flubacker
GALA 2022 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 450 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2022 Gala on Saturday, May 14, raising a record-breaking $1.96 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
Trustee Asheesh Goel with Artistic Director Glenn Davis
credit: Kyle Flubacker
GALA 2022 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 450 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2022 Gala on Saturday, May 14, raising a record-breaking $1.96 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
The evening included a toast from Co-Founder Jeff Perry (right) to Board Chair Eric Lefkofsky (center) where Executive Director Brooke Flanagan presented him with a scale replica of the Steppenwolf campus, courtesy of architects Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill
credit: Kyle Flubacker
GALA 2022 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 450 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2022 Gala on Saturday, May 14, raising a record-breaking $1.96 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
Board Chair Eric Lefkofsky reflects on his six-year tenure in the role
credit: Kyle Flubacker
GALA 2022 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 450 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2022 Gala on Saturday, May 14, raising a record-breaking $1.96 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
The stunning venue design was done by Jeffrey Foster for Frost Chicago and used floor-to-ceiling projections to highlight all things Steppenwolf throughout the night.
credit: Kyle Flubacker
GALA 2022 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 450 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2022 Gala on Saturday, May 14, raising a record-breaking $1.96 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
Ensemble Members Tarell Alvin McCraney and Rajiv Joseph share the importance of Steppenwolf Education
credit: Juli Del Prete
GALA 2022 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 450 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2022 Gala on Saturday, May 14, raising a record-breaking $1.96 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
Ensemble Members Karen Rodriguez and Caroline Neff join auctioneer Robbie Gordy onstage to cheer on bidders
credit: Kyle Flubacker
GALA 2022 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 450 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2022 Gala on Saturday, May 14, raising a record-breaking $1.96 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
Trustee Carole Brown keeps bidding during the auction of one-of-a-kind experiences
credit: Kyle Flubacker
GALA 2022 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 450 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2022 Gala on Saturday, May 14, raising a record-breaking $1.96 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
DJ Rae Chardonnay kept the dance floor packed until late in the night
credit: Derek Van Barham
GALA 2022 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 450 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2022 Gala on Saturday, May 14, raising a record-breaking $1.96 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
Steppenwolf’s 2019 Gala was designed by Jeffrey Foster for Frost Chicago
credit: Kyle Flubacker
GALA 2019 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 600 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2019 Gala on Saturday, May 11, raising over $1.27 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
Armie Hammer emceed the evening
credit: Kyle Flubacker
GALA 2019 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 600 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2019 Gala on Saturday, May 11, raising over $1.27 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
Steppenwolf Executive Director David Schmitz, trustee Nora Daley, ensemble member Amy Morton and Sean Conroy
credit: Ruben Cantu Media
GALA 2019 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 600 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2019 Gala on Saturday, May 11, raising over $1.27 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
Ensemble members Carrie Coon, Namir Smallwood and Caroline Neff
credit: Kyle Flubacker
GALA 2019 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 600 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2019 Gala on Saturday, May 11, raising over $1.27 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
Ensemble members Joan Allen and Tina Landau with Patrick Adams and Sawyer Smith from the cast of Steppenwolf’s upcoming world premiere Ms. Blakk for President
credit: Ruben Cantu Media
GALA 2019 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 600 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2019 Gala on Saturday, May 11, raising over $1.27 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
Ensemble member Tom Irwin enjoy conversation with the guests at his table
credit: Ruben Cantu Media
GALA 2019 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 600 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2019 Gala on Saturday, May 11, raising over $1.27 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
Ensemble members Audrey Francis, Celeste M. Cooper and Francis Guinan
credit: Ruben Cantu Media
GALA 2019 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 600 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2019 Gala on Saturday, May 11, raising over $1.27 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
Co-founder Jeff Perry catches up with ensemble member Gary Cole
credit: Ruben Cantu Media
GALA 2019 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 600 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2019 Gala on Saturday, May 11, raising over $1.27 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
Director Jonathan Berry, ensemble member Caroline Neff, Chicago’s mayor-elect Lori Lightfoot and trustee Amy Eshleman
credit: Kyle Flubacker
GALA 2019 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 600 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2019 Gala on Saturday, May 11, raising over $1.27 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
Matt Rich, of PwC, and Heather Rich with Amrit Singh and Gurpreet Singh, of PwC. PwC was the lead sponsor of Steppenwolf’s 2019 Gala.
credit: Kyle Flubacker
GALA 2019 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 600 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2019 Gala on Saturday, May 11, raising over $1.27 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
Tim Spencer, Gilda Spencer, trustee Elliot Stultz, Alpana Singh, City of Chicago Deputy Commissioner of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection Ken Meyer, and Dan Drake
credit: Kyle Flubacker
GALA 2019 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 600 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2019 Gala on Saturday, May 11, raising over $1.27 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
Ensemble members are joined by gala co-chairs trustee Mary Ludford and Bill Ludford
credit: Kyle Flubacker
GALA 2019 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 600 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2019 Gala on Saturday, May 11, raising over $1.27 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
Anna Shapiro talks over dinner with Armie Hammer and Elizabeth Chambers
credit: Kyle Flubacker
GALA 2019 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 600 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2019 Gala on Saturday, May 11, raising over $1.27 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
Jim True-Frost gives a toast on behalf of the Steppenwolf ensemble
credit: Kyle Flubacker
GALA 2019 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 600 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2019 Gala on Saturday, May 11, raising over $1.27 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
Bernice Billups with trustee Verett Mims
credit: Kyle Flubacker
GALA 2019 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 600 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2019 Gala on Saturday, May 11, raising over $1.27 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
James Franco in conversation with ensemble member, gala co-chair and Academy Award winner Tarell Alvin McCraney
credit: Kyle Flubacker
GALA 2019 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 600 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2019 Gala on Saturday, May 11, raising over $1.27 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
Emcee Armie Hammers thanks gala co-chairs Pam Howarter and trustee Dennis D. Howarter
credit: Kyle Flubacker
GALA 2019 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 600 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2019 Gala on Saturday, May 11, raising over $1.27 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
Lisa Ehrhardt, Stewart Mesires, Rebecca Johnston, Eve Rogers and Kate Cubbitt
credit: Kyle Flubacker
GALA 2019 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 600 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2019 Gala on Saturday, May 11, raising over $1.27 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
Yaw Agyeman, ensemble member Alana Arenas and trustee Stephanie Smith
credit: Kyle Flubacker
GALA 2019 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 600 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2019 Gala on Saturday, May 11, raising over $1.27 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
Board chair Eric Lefkofsky thanks the gala co-chairs and sponsors
credit: Ruben Cantu Media
GALA 2019 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 600 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2019 Gala on Saturday, May 11, raising over $1.27 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
Ensemble member Carrie Coon joins James Franco onstage during the live auction
credit: Kyle Flubacker
GALA 2019 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 600 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2019 Gala on Saturday, May 11, raising over $1.27 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
David Murga and ensemble member Francis Guinan cheer on trustee Amy Bluhm as she decides to keep bidding
credit: Kyle Flubacker
GALA 2019 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 600 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2019 Gala on Saturday, May 11, raising over $1.27 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
Steppenwolf Associates showed up strong to the gala. The Associates is a group of young professionals that fundraise for Steppenwolf Education throughout the year
credit: Kyle Flubacker
GALA 2019 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 600 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2019 Gala on Saturday, May 11, raising over $1.27 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
The stunning venue design was done by Jeffrey Foster for Frost Chicago with custom linens by Tailored Elements and centerpieces by Revel Décor
credit: Kyle Flubacker
GALA 2019 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 600 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2019 Gala on Saturday, May 11, raising over $1.27 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
The stunning venue design was done by Jeffrey Foster for Frost Chicago with custom linens by Tailored Elements and centerpieces by Revel Décor
credit: Kyle Flubacker
GALA 2019 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 600 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2019 Gala on Saturday, May 11, raising over $1.27 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
A forest of neon trees created by Frost Chicago lined the space
credit: Kyle Flubacker
GALA 2019 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 600 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2019 Gala on Saturday, May 11, raising over $1.27 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
Chicago favorite Soul Spectacular got everyone on the dance floor
credit: Ruben Cantu Media
GALA 2019 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 600 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2019 Gala on Saturday, May 11, raising over $1.27 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
Sawyer Smith and Patrick Adams from Ms. Blakk for President rocked the dance floor
credit: Kyle Flubacker
GALA 2019 - Photo Gallery
Steppenwolf’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by 600 civic, cultural and business leaders for the 2019 Gala on Saturday, May 11, raising over $1.27 million for Steppenwolf’s artistic, educational and community programming.
Co-Chairs
Caroline and Keating Crown
Nora Daley and Sean Conroy
Penny Pritzker and Bryan Traubert
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Our 2023 Gala will be held on May 13 at The Old Post Office. We hope to celebrate with you!
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Do you have questions about the 2022 Gala? Please contact our events team for more information.
SAVE THE DATE
Our 2023 Gala will be held on May 13 at The Old Post Office. We hope to celebrate with you!
LEARN MORE
Do you have questions about the 2022 Gala? Please contact our events team for more information.