Citadel Theatre’s 12th Annual Gala
DANCE 830
Save the Date: Saturday September 26th, 2026
Early Bird $250/ticket General Admission Ticket purchased by June 1st, 2026
General Admission $275/ticket Includes tour of main selections of the Estate, passing hors d'oeuvres and culinary stations, live and silent auction, and musical entertainment by the Gentlemen of Leisure
VIP $400/ticket Includes General Admission Ticket, and a one-hour, private tour of the property
Please park in the lot at the corners of Oakwood Ave. and Westminster (across from Lake Forest Post Office). Shuttle buses will run continuously transporting guests to Dance 830.
Our 2026 Gala is the premiere social event of the year, on the north shore, drawing 500 prominent residents with another aspirational goal of raising over $400,000. The theatrical event, held on Saturday, September 26th 2026, will again take place at the renowned David Adler Estate at 830 N. Green Bay Road in Lake Forest, IL. The estate, built by world renowned architect David Adler, will set the stage for a fantastic evening dancing the night away, including a tour of main selections of the estate, passed hors d'oeuvres and culinary stations, live and silent auction, and musical entertainment by The Gentlemen of Leisure Band.
Agenda
4:30pm VIP TOURS
5pm-7pm Registration, Cocktails, Passing Hors d'oeuvres and Culinary Stations, Silent Auction
7pm-8pm Gala Signature Dance, Live Auction, Entertainment, Paddle Race
8pm-11pm Dance the night away with The Gentlemen of Leisure Band and dessert buffet
Sponsorship Opportunities & Program Ad Purchase
Menu ~
Experience Passed Hors D'Oeuvres. Something for everyone
Culinary Stations
Traditional Chopped Salad
Carving Station
Tender Roast Top Sirloin of Beef
Baked Artison Rolls
Grilled Vegetables
Antipasto
Margherita Flatbread
Grilled Chicken and Pesto Flatbread
Tri- Colored Cheese Tortellini
Sweet Finale
Raspberry Chocolate Mousse
Banana Bread Tiramisu
Key Lime Tartlet
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