Civic Theatre Announces 90th Anniversary Celebration
Civic Theatre of Allentown has been on a 90-year journey. To commemorate literally thousands of memorable moments and to look forward to the countless adventures that await, Civic is hosting a special evening of festivities. Like the best plays and films, the evening promises to take guests on a wonderful journey filled with the magic of theatre, the elegance of star power, the elation of entertainment, and emotional uplift of memories. Civic Theatre of Allentown invites you to join us as we arrive at a momentous mile marker in our historic journey, our 90th anniversary celebration.
On Friday, October 27th, Civic Theatre of Allentown will celebrate its 90 years as a premiere arts institution in the Lehigh Valley. The event will take place from 7 to 10 pm at The NB Center for American Automotive Heritage.
Gala guests will be greeted by Civic’s celebrity capital campaign co-chair, star of television and screen, Christine Taylor who, as a child, performed on Civic’s stage, pose for pictures for the paparazzi, experience first class entertainment, enjoy tantalizing hors d’ oeuvres and delectable desserts, be treated to some surprises, have an opportunity to bid on a 3-year lease for a brand new Jaguar donated by Bennett Automotive Group, and leave with a lovely swag bag.
In addition to celebrating Civic’s remarkable history, the event also honors Dr. Barry and Sharon Lee Glassman for their nearly 40 years of service to Civic Theatre. Dr. Glassman, a veteran performer at the theatre and Board member, credits his theatrical experience to his success as an international speaker on the treatment of oral facial pain. Mrs. Glassman, an award-winning educator and lifelong lover of theatre, served as Board president for 38 years before stepping down to co-chair Civic Theatre’s $5.5 million capital campaign.
“As we searched for the perfect venue in which to host our historic 90th celebration, we found an outstanding venue that not only honors history, but also appreciates journeys,” said Maria DeFebo Edwards, President of Civic’s Board of Directors. “We are proud and pleased to announce that our festivities will be held at The NB Center for American Automotive Heritage, a remarkable facility that houses an amazing collection of vintage automobiles.”
Civic Theatre of Allentown is a premier destination for live theatre and the arts. Civic’s mission to entertain, educate, enrich lives, and provide a venue for artists and audiences to explore their humanity and relevance in the world has underscored its nine decades of service to the community. Throughout its long history, Civic has been home to thousands of aspiring artists, ardent students, dedicated volunteers, theatre lovers, art film aficionados, and eclectic audiences. Civic continually strives to successfully achieve its mission by presenting locally produced first class theatre, showing the finest independent films, and bringing the best performing arts instruction to the young people of the Lehigh Valley. The iconic Nineteenth Street Theatre, its landmark performance facility, is a cultural magnet in the Lehigh Valley and the crown jewel of the West End Theatre District. This splendid Art Deco building is the focus of Civic’s current capital campaign, “The Next Act: Setting the Stage for the Future.”
For information regarding gala sponsorship or to purchase tickets for Civic Theatre’s 90th Anniversary Celebration contact Shirley Kline, Managing Director at 610-433-8903, ext. 213 or via shirley@civictheatre.com.
Information provided by:
Alan Raisman
Marketing Director
Civic Theatre of Allentown
527 N. 19th Street
Allentown, PA 18104
P: 610.433.8903, ext.201
www.civictheatre.com
