Join us for our annual Shakespeare in Love Gala at 21c Museum Hotel! The special evening features live music from the Jerry Tolson Jazz Trio, performances from Kentucky Shakespeare actors, strolling entertainers, tarot readings, poetry buskers from Sarabande Books, raffles, DJ & dancing, Brown-Forman cocktails, hors d’oeuvres by Proof, desserts, our 66th season announcement, and more surprises!
Saturday, February 7, 2026
7:00 – 11:00 p.m.
21c Museum Hotel
700 West Main Street
Louisville, KY 40202
Cocktail Attire
RSVP deadline is February 1
(We are now using the Zeffy ticketing site, free for not-for-profits! At checkout you will have the option to select any ticketing fee amount for Zeffy, but it’s not required.)
- Merrymaker (1 ticket) – $150
- Valentines (2 tickets) – $250
- Revelers (10 tickets) – $1,200
- Drinks and Dancing (9PM-11PM – 1 ticket) – $50
Intersted in staying the night at 21c Museum Hotel? We have a special room block and group rate of $179/night for the night: SPECIAL ROOM RESERVATION LINK
Silent Auction Package Preview:
CHEF’S TABLE EXPERIENCE FOR EIGHT WITH CHEF TODD ALEXANDER
FAIR MARKET VALUE $2,000
With over 40 years in the hospitality industry, Chef Todd Alexander creates an amazing in-home dining experience for 8 people. His culinary approach focuses on delivering exceptional food and unparalleled service, utilizing fresh, sourced ingredients. Chef Todd is an integral part of our community offering personal chef services and produces a live cooking show featuring unique themes and cuisines. Chef Todd partners with local nonprofit organizations to help drive the growth of their mission in the community. We are very fortunate that Chef Todd has partnered with Kentucky Shakespeare to support our fundraising efforts. This in-home dining experience includes dinner for 8 people, coordination with Chef Todd on a date and time, and menu. This experience has a market value of $2,000.
A look back at past Shakespeare in Love Galas:
