Revived ‘Twelfth Night’ Fundraiser to Blend Community and Improv in Butler, Pennsylvania
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A collaborative event aiming to recapture a beloved tradition and support local arts organizations will take place on January 9th in Butler, Pennsylvania. The revamped “Twelfth Night” fundraiser, a joint effort between the Musical Theater Guild of Butler and Hobnob Theatre Company, promises an evening of entertainment and community spirit.
A Tradition Reborn
Originally conceived as a casual winter gathering for the Musical Theatre Guild of Butler, “twelfth Night” fostered a sense of togetherness within the community. The event has evolved over time, and this year marks its return after a hiatus, with a renewed focus on providing a more robust experience for attendees. According to a guild representative, previous iterations of “Twelfth Night” were largely social events, often featuring potluck dinners and informal entertainment.
A Partnership for the Arts
The decision to partner with Hobnob Theatre Company was instrumental in transforming “Twelfth night” into a dedicated fundraising event. The collaboration will see proceeds split evenly between the Musical Theatre Guild and Hobnob, bolstering both organizations’ ability to support the arts. “We decided we would make it a co-event and whatever was raised would be split between the two,” a senior official stated.
Improv Takes Center Stage
The main attraction of this year’s “Twelfth Night” will be an improv show performed by regulars from Hobnob’s popular “First Fridays Improv” nights.ken Smith, co-founder of Hobnob Theatre Company, emphasized the ease with which improv aligned with the event’s spirit. “The nice thing about improv is it is unrehearsed by nature so it is a low-commitment way to put something together that’s still fun,” Smith explained.
Smith also expressed hope that the event will serve as an introduction to improv and theater for new audiences. Both Hobnob and the Musical Theatre Guild rely heavily on the contributions of local artists,both financially and creatively. “We really view what we do as just fostering a community of theater artists,” Smith said. “We’re always looking for other ways to do that. It’s helpful to pull new people in and new performers.”
Event Details
“Twelfth Night” will open its doors at 7 p.m. on Friday, January 9th, at the Musical theatre Guild, located at 100 Memorial drive in Butler. Tickets are available for $20 per person and can be purchased online at mtgbutler.org. The event represents a unique chance to support two vital arts organizations while enjoying an evening of spontaneous and engaging entertainment.
Why is this event happening? The musical theatre Guild of Butler and Hobnob Theatre Company are reviving the “Twelfth Night” fundraiser to recapture a sense of community and raise funds for their organizations.
Who is involved? The Musical Theatre Guild of Butler and Hobnob theatre Company are the primary organizers. Hobnob’s “First fridays Improv” regulars will perform. Local artists and community members are key to the success of both organizations.
What will happen? An improv show will be the main event, with proceeds split between the two organizations. The event aims to be a fun, low-commitment evening of entertainment.
How did it end? The event is scheduled for January 9th, and tickets are available for purchase. the outcome will be measured by the funds raised and the community engagement generated, with the hope of making it an annual tradition.
