“Encore Gala 2023: Celebrating Firsts and Fundraising Triumphs with Fairfield Theatre Company”
Fairfield, Connecticut – On Saturday, the Fairfield Theatre Company (FTC) hosted the highly anticipated 2023 ENCORE Gala, a celebration of firsts and a vital fundraiser for the nonprofit performing arts organization. The theme, “WHO WAS YOUR FIRST?” encapsulated the evening’s essence, commemorating the guests’ initial encounters and love affairs with FTC. Whether it was the first concert at StageOne or The Warehouse, the inaugural film with FTC’s Film Club, or the initial sun-soaked experience at the Fresh Air Series show in The Lot, falling in love with FTC was celebrated as a unique and cherished moment for all.
The ENCORE Gala proved to be a night of jubilant celebration, marked by fun, camaraderie, and artistic surprises, capturing the vibrant spirit of FTC. The evening featured specialty cocktails, delectable hors d’oeuvres, and a Rock ‘n’ Stroll dinner by On the Marc. Guests had the opportunity to bid on a diverse array of live and silent auction items, adding an exciting element to the festivities. The night continued with the sounds of NEIGHBOR in The Warehouse, ensuring that the celebration rocked on into the late hours.
As the largest and most essential fundraiser for FTC, the ENCORE Gala plays a pivotal role in supporting the nonprofit’s mission to enrich the community through the transforming power of the arts. Proceeds from this annual event enable FTC to continue bringing the very best in arts and entertainment to Fairfield County.
Leslie Cober, Encore Gala Co-Chair, expressed the importance of the event, stating, “The 2023 Encore Gala brings the diverse surrounding community together in support of Fairfield Theatre Company, a center of the visual and performing arts community. Come join the FTC party, celebrating music, camaraderie, and friends. Support this vital community treasure!”
Fairfield Theatre Company, located in the heart of downtown Fairfield, remains a beacon of the arts community, presenting over 300 concerts and events each year featuring outstanding national talent at FTC’s StageOne and at The Warehouse. FTC’s mission is to connect and enrich the community through the transforming power of the arts.
