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OIL LAMP THEATER'S
2nd ANNUAL WINTER GALA
About the Gala
Welcome to IGNITE: Oil Lamp Theater’s 2024 Gala – an unforgettable night dedicated to celebrating the transformative power of the arts. At Oil Lamp Theater, we bring people together, challenge perspectives, and lift spirits through our productions, serving over 10,000 patrons annually from our intimate 60-seat venue. With 60% of our audience coming from beyond Glenview, we don’t just create art—we drive economic impact and foster community.
Join us for a night unlike any other, where we set the stage for a
vibrant future.
TICKETS
Early Bird Tickets: $175 (ends 10/14)
Early Bird Group of 10: $1,500 (ends 10/14)
Standard Tickets: $250
Group of 10: $2,000
DRESS CODE
Cocktail Attire
General Information
DATE & TIME
Saturday, December 7th | 6:00 - 10:00pm
LOCATION
Renaissance Chicago Glenview Suites Hotel
1400 Milwaukee Ave, Glenview, IL 60025
INCLUDES
Open Bar
Champagne Reception
Silent & Live Auctions
Dinner
Dancing
Live Performances
The Venue
The Renaissance Hotel Chicago Glenview Suites is conveniently located on Milwaukee Avenue, between The Grove and ABT Electronics. The ballroom is located on the main level, easily accessible from the side parking lot. Group tickets of 10 will be seated together. Individual tickets holders will seat themselves on a first come, first serve basis.
Silent auction items will be on display throughout the event, with final bids due at 8:30 p.m., and a live auction to follow.
Restrooms are conveniently located immediately outside the ballroom.
Event Schedule
6:00pm Champagne Reception & Silent Auction
7:00pm Dinner & Live Performances
9:00pm Dance Party
10:00pm Event Ends
Guests/Speakers
Emcee: Mike Maxwell
Mike Maxwell is a Chicago area comedian, writer, and actor. Mike has been a regular guest on WLS-890 and WGN-720 AM and was a featured writer for the Tribune’s RedEye newspaper. Although he performs nationally, Mike is a regular at Zanies and Chicago Improv.