When HOPE Takes Center Stage transforms the Cleveland Angels’ signature Foster the Future fundraiser into an unforgettable theatrical experience.
Step into the spotlight at the breathtaking KeyBank State Theatre—a 1921 Renaissance-inspired gem in Cleveland’s Playhouse Square—where every moment is thoughtfully choreographed to inspire, delight, and remind us why supporting children and youth experiencing foster care deserves a standing ovation.
Step into the spotlight at the breathtaking KeyBank State Theatre—a 1921 Renaissance-inspired gem in Cleveland’s Playhouse Square—where every moment is thoughtfully choreographed to inspire, delight, and remind us why supporting children and youth experiencing foster care deserves a standing ovation.
EVENT DETAILS
WHAT: Foster the Future 2026: HOPE Takes Center Stage
An annual fundraiser to support the mission of Cleveland Angels
WHEN: Friday, April 17, 2026
WHERE: KeyBank State Theatre at Playhouse Square
VALET PARKING: Provided
Act I: The Grand Opening
The evening opens with an elegant cocktail hour in the KeyBank State Theatre lobby. Mingle in this stunning space that transports you back to the Golden Age of theatre, immersed in the Spirit of Drama, Cinema, and Fantasy.
Act II: Behind the Velvet Curtain
Enter the next scene as guests venture backstage and beyond—exploring exclusive spaces normally hidden from public view. Dine in theatrical splendor with a show-stopping menu curated by Driftwood Catering.
Act III: The Grand Finale
The evening concludes on a sweet note, with desserts and entertainment that celebrate the Cleveland Angels' mission in unexpected and memorable ways.
This isn’t just a fundraiser—It’s an evening where compassion takes center stage, community becomes the cast, and every guest plays a starring role in changing lives.
FOR QUESTIONS, PLEASE REACH OUT TO ROSEMARY PIERCE, 440.785.0782 OR [email protected]
An annual fundraiser to support the mission of Cleveland Angels
WHEN: Friday, April 17, 2026
WHERE: KeyBank State Theatre at Playhouse Square
VALET PARKING: Provided
Act I: The Grand Opening
The evening opens with an elegant cocktail hour in the KeyBank State Theatre lobby. Mingle in this stunning space that transports you back to the Golden Age of theatre, immersed in the Spirit of Drama, Cinema, and Fantasy.
Act II: Behind the Velvet Curtain
Enter the next scene as guests venture backstage and beyond—exploring exclusive spaces normally hidden from public view. Dine in theatrical splendor with a show-stopping menu curated by Driftwood Catering.
Act III: The Grand Finale
The evening concludes on a sweet note, with desserts and entertainment that celebrate the Cleveland Angels' mission in unexpected and memorable ways.
This isn’t just a fundraiser—It’s an evening where compassion takes center stage, community becomes the cast, and every guest plays a starring role in changing lives.
FOR QUESTIONS, PLEASE REACH OUT TO ROSEMARY PIERCE, 440.785.0782 OR [email protected]
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CO-CHAIRS
Jennifer & Joe Kubic Christy & Jake Rutkowski EVENT COMMITTEE
Garrett Allen Ruth Atkinson Simaya Burton Heather Cruz-Holley Gretchen Dupps Beira Gach Nyssa Longenberger Michael McGrath Rosemary Pierce Chloe Stratton Ishita Tibrewal |
HOST COMMITTEE
Garrett Allen Ruth & Mark Atkinson Tom Burnot Hannah & Thomas Catlett Jessica & Craig Coffey Lauren & RyanDorff Gretchen & BJ Dupps Liz & Kip Erskine Kristen & Travis Gates Jennifer & Christopher Hartzell Regina Hill Brooke & Tom Kelsey Jocelyn Stiffler & Daniel Maldando Michelle & Michael McGrath Rosemary & John Pierce Apryl & Andrew Rashid Ray Riaz Alison & Sean Snider Kate & Bill Trainor Mary Ellen & Josh Yoder Adam & Zuccarro |
