The Theatre Factory Gala
April 18, 2026 | 6:30 - 10:30 PM
The Thomas H. Kean Theatre Factory
3 Vreeland Road
Florham Park, NJ 07932
T. Randolph Harris, Honoree
T. Randolph Harris has distinguished himself as a nationally prominent trust and estates lawyer and as a patron of the arts. Randy received his bachelor’s degree from Princeton University and went on to receive his J.D. and a Master of Laws in Taxation from the New York University School of Law...
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6:00 PM:
Platinum-level ticket holders and sponsors ($20,000 and above) are invited to enjoy an exclusive pre-event reception with honoree T. Randolph Harris and Shakespeare Theatre artists.
6:30 PM:
Walk the red carpet as the 2026 Gala begins! Enjoy:
- Cocktails, passed hors d’oeuvres, and gourmet food stations
- A silent auction with unique items and experiences
- New this year: the Factory Adventure, a behind-the-scenes journey through the Thomas H. Kean Theatre Factory!
The evening continues in the “Grand Ballroom” with:
- Desserts, coffee, and libations
- Honoring T. Randolph Harris with The Mighty Quill Award
- A star-studded cabaret performance
- New this year: a live auction
10:00 PM:
A celebratory dance party and the evening comes to a close.
Our Gala is a festive affair! Feel free to dress up to the nines.
Ticket Levels
Book your seat to the hottest ticket in town!
Platinum — $1,000
• VIP pre-event reception with the honoree and Shakespeare Theatre artists (food, beverages, and photo opportunities included)
• Gift bag
• Premium seating for the cabaret performance
• One song request with a personal shout-out at the dance party
Gold — $500
• Gift bag
• Preferred seating for the cabaret performance
Silver — $300
• Reserved seating for the cabaret performance
Bronze — $150*
• Reserved seating for the cabaret performance
*Available only to guests ages 21–35, and company artists. Must call (973) 845-6729 to purchase.
Sponsorships
Become a sponsor and play a part in the evening!
🎭 Gala Sponsor — $25,000
• Ten tickets to the event
• Full-page ad in the Gala Journal and the first program of the 2026 Season
• Recognition at the Gala and on the STNJ website
• VIP pre-event reception with the honoree and Shakespeare Theatre artists
• Gift bags
• Premium seating for the cabaret performance
• One song request with a personal shout-out at the dance party
🎤 Cabaret Sponsor — $20,000
• Ten tickets to the event
• Full-page ad in the Gala Journal and the first program of the 2026 Season
• Recognition at the Gala and on the STNJ website
• VIP pre-event reception with the honoree and Shakespeare Theatre artists
• Gift bags
• Premium seating for the cabaret performance
🍸 Cocktail & Dessert Sponsor — $15,000
• Ten tickets to the event
• Full-page ad in the Gala Journal and the first program of the 2026 Season
• Recognition at the Gala and on the STNJ website
• Gift bags
• Premium seating for the cabaret performance
🎁 Silent Auction Sponsor — $10,000
• Ten tickets to the event
• Full-page ad in the Gala Journal and the first program of the 2026 Season
• Recognition at the Gala and on the STNJ website
• Gift bags
• Premium seating for the cabaret performance
🏭 Factory Adventure Sponsor — $5,000
• Ten tickets to the event
• Full-page ad in the Gala Journal and the first program of the 2026 Season
• Recognition at the Gala and on the STNJ website
• Gift bags
• Preferred seating for the cabaret performance
Journal Ads
Place an ad in our Gala Journal to promote your business or celebrate Honoree T. Randolph Harris and The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey.
Please send ad artwork to KStelma@ShakespeareNJ.org by March 28, 2026.
Ad copy (if Theatre is designing ad): March 21, 2026.
Outside Back Cover* (5.5"w x 8.5"h) — $3,000
Inside Front or Back Cover* (5.5"w x 8.5"h) — $2,500
"Gold" Full-Page (5"w x 8"h) — $1,500
Full-Page (5"w x 8"h) — $1,000
Half-Page (5"w x 3.875"h) — $500
Quarter-Page (2.375"w x 3.875"h)— $250
*Subject to availability