Gala 2026
The Ruby Anniversary Ball
FIERCE & FEARLESS AT FORTY
Saturday, March 28, 2026
5:30 PM - 11 PM
Join us for a dazzling night under the stars as Diversionary takes over Park Boulevard for an evening you won’t forget!
Honoring Former California Senate President pro Tempore Toni Atkins and local philanthropists Allison Rossett & Sue Reynolds.
PARK BOULEVARD | 4545 PARK BLVD SAN DIEGO, CA 92116
For more information, call Jesse Marchese, Director of Development & Resident Dramaturg at (619) 220-6830 *209 or jesse@diversionary.org
VIP Table for 10 - $5,000
This contribution gets you a table of ten (prime seating location), access to our VIP reception, wine and champagne table service, and four valet parking vouchers for you and your guests. ($3,000 of each contribution is tax deductible.)
REGULAR TABLE OF 10 - $3,500
This contribution gets you a table of ten to join us for dinner and dancing.
($2,000 of each contribution is tax deductible.)
LUMINOUS CIRCLE VIP TICKET - $650
everything below plus recognition as part of this esteemed group of supporters
($450 of each contribution is tax deductible.)
VIP SINGLE TICKETS - $550
This contribution gets you a prime seating location, access to our VIP reception, wine and champagne table service, and free valet parking.
($350 of each contribution is tax deductible.)
REGULAR TICKET - $350
(Early Bird Price – will go up to $400 on March 1st)
This contribution allows you to join us for dinner and dancing at our most accessible ticket price and includes one drink ticket.
($200 of each contribution is tax deductible.)
Sponsor an Artist
($100 of each contribution is tax deductible)
General Donation
Make a gift to support the third-oldest LGBTQIA+ theatre in the nation!
All General Donations are completely tax-deductible
GALA CO-CHAIRS
Meredith Johnston &
Alex Villafuerte
HONORARY LUMINOUS CIRCLE CO-CHAIRS
Robert Gleason &
Marc Matys
GALA COMMITTEE
Sherri Eden Barber
Jenny Case
Leilani Gobaleza
Jay Henslee
Bob Leyh
Jesse Marchese
Becks Redman
Kerry Silverstone
Featuring Performances by:
COMING SOON!
Allison Rossett & Sue Reynolds
Local Philanthropists
Toni Atkins
Former California Senate President pro Tempore
About Season 40:
LOVE AS REVOLUTION
Decade Sponsor: Joann Clark
Season Sponsors: Randy Clark & Tom Maddox
Corporate Sponsor: Show Imaging, Inc.
Each production in our milestone 40th Anniversary Season is a testament to the transformative and unifying force of love, showcasing the beauty of acceptance, understanding, and empathy. As we come together to experience these powerful stories, we invite our community members to join us on a journey of exploration and connection, celebrating the rich tapestry of human experiences.
