An Evening with Ann Harada
A Broadway at Merely Players Event 
Presented by the Mankato Area Foundation Huebsch Family Fund
When & Where
Friday, Oct. 24, 2025 • 7 p.m. • Merely Players Community Theatre
Program
- 7 p.m. on the Merely Players Stage - Onstage interview, audience Q&A, and maybe even a song or two on the Merely Players Stage. 
 
- 9 p.m .Exclusive VIP Reception (Location: Wine Cafe) - Meet Ann personally with photos, hors d'oeuvres, drink ticket, and cash bar 
 
Featured guest
Ann Harada
Originated Christmas Eve in Avenue Q. Appears on Apple TV+ Schmigadoon!
About the event
Join us for an intimate conversation and performance with Broadway and TV actor Ann Harada, including an onstage interview, audience Q&A, and select musical numbers. A VIP reception with photo opportunity follows the show.
What to expect
- Onstage interview & Q&A — A lively conversation about career, craft, and community, plus audience questions. 
- Live musical numbers — Selections from beloved shows with local accompaniment. 
- VIP reception — Exclusive post-show reception with photo opportunity. 
Presented by
Sponsorship Opportunities
Title Sponsor - $1,500+
- Presenting sponsor recognition across all materials 
- 8 VIP tickets including reception access 
- Private photo opportunity/meet and greet 
- Logo prominence in program, lobby, signage, and all marketing 
- On-stage recognition and thanks 
- First right of refusal for future Broadway at Merely Players events 
Featured Partner — $1,000–$1,499
- Logo placement on event materials and in program 
- 4 VIP tickets to event and VIP reception 
- On-stage mention during event 
- 1/2 page playbill ad in one Merely show of your choice 
Community Champion — $500–$999
- Program listing and recognition 
- 2 VIP tickets including reception access 
- Social media recognition 
- On-stage acknowledgment 
Arts Advocate — $250–$499
- Business name listed in program 
- 4 general admission tickets 
- Social media mention and recognition on event page 
All proceeds support the 2025–26 season and theatre outreach initiatives. Merely Players is a 501(c)(3); gifts are tax-deductible as allowed by law.
Contact
- Questions or ready to sponsor? Email: Alyssa.Surrett@merelyplayers.com 
- Venue: Merely Players Community Theatre, 110 Fulton St. Mankato, Minnesota 
 
                         
            
              
            
            
          
               
            
              
            
            
          
               
            
              
            
            
          
              