East Bay Center for the Performing Arts’ 16th Annual Gala: Share Your Voice | Saturday, October 17, 2026
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https://bit.ly/eastbaycentergala2026
For nearly 60 years, East Bay Center for the Performing Arts has been a cultural beacon in Richmond, California, offering tuition-free, transformative arts education to children and youth.
Thank you for joining us! Tickets are now closed, and we’re thrilled to share that the event is at full capacity. We can’t wait to welcome our guests for an evening of powerful student performances, dinner and drinks, and the joy of helping young artists share their voice.
Event Details
- Location: East Bay Center for the Performing Arts, 339 11th St., Richmond, CA 94801
- Parking: Complimentary parking directly across the street from the Center
- Attire: Elegant and festive cocktail attire
- Check-in: Your name and your guests’ names will be held at registration. No need to print tickets.
Evening Schedule
- 5:00 PM: Cocktail Reception & Special Performances. Our young artists and faculty have something spectacular planned to open the evening.
- 7:00 PM: Seated Dinner Program. Includes the Fund-the-Future Paddle Raise, a Live Auction featuring exclusive experiences, and an Opportunity Drawing.
Dinner will be prepared by Chris Evans Events & Catering, with special wines generously provided by Kermit Lynch Wine Merchant. The Live Auction will be led by Ellen Toscano, The Singing Auctioneer.
Our Honorees
We’re honoring board member and longtime supporter Dr. Susan Lindheim, along with our extraordinary students, represented by student honoree Lyrik Harris, who will speak and perform alongside fellow young leaders.
Dietary Needs
If you or your guests have dietary restrictions you didn’t indicate when registering, please email development@eastbaycenter.org as soon as possible.
Can’t Make It?
If your plans have changed, please let us know as soon as possible at development@eastbaycenter.org so we can accommodate others.
With Gratitude
Thank you to our generous corporate sponsors: Dodge & Cox, Kaiser, Meyer Sound & Amazon
Your presence supports tuition-free performing arts programs for thousands of children and youth and strengthens our Richmond community.
Questions? Contact Giuliana Blasi, Director of Advancement, and team at development@eastbaycenter.org.
