Ghost Light Gala & After(life) Party

Overview

Friday, October 24, 2025
Peterson-Dumesnil House
301 S Peterson Ave, Louisville, KY 40206

Ghost Light Gala

Join us for Actors Theatre of Louisville’s Ghost Light Gala, a fundraising celebration set in the elegantly eerie Peterson-Dumesnil House. Guests are invited to dress in all-white haunt couture, inspired by their favorite theatrical ghost, for a night of creativity and community.

The evening features cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, a decadent dinner, dancing, and plenty of spectral surprises—all while raising essential funds to keep the (ghost)lights shining at Actors Theatre.

Schedule
  • 5:00 PM – Cocktails & hors d’oeuvres (pre-registered)
  • 6:00 PM – Dinner (pre-registered)
  • 8:00 PM – After(life) Party (click for tickets below)

Interested in purchasing a table at the Gala?

Contact:
Emily Tarquin, Managing Director
📧 etarquin@actorstheatre.org
📞 502-284-1265 x3017

* Please note: Tables of 10 are $3,500. Limited individual tickets are available for $350 each.

After(life) Party

When the curtain falls on the Ghost Light Gala, the real haunting begins. At 8:00 PM, the doors open for the After(life) Party, a ghoulish celebration for all.

What to Expect
  • A lively dance floor
  • Creative cocktails and tempting desserts
  • Hauntingly chic décor and surprises around every corner

Details
  • Date: Friday, October 24, 2025
  • Time: 8-10 p.m.
  • Dress Code: All white, inspired by your favorite theatrical ghost
  • Ticket Price: $85

Your After(life) Party ticket supports Actors Theatre’s bold storytelling and community programs all year long.

Space is limited so secure your spot before the spirits do!

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*Note: This ticket only provides access to the After(life) Party.

 Gala tables are sold separately.

Fundraiser ticket pricing ensures that every contribution directly supports the theatre’s transformative work.

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Content Warning: Production contains stage weapons, staged physical violence, intimate partner violence, suicide, and blood. This is a non-exhaustive list, as it can be challenging to recognize how elements will affect individuals. Please email boxoffice@actorstheatre.org if you need more information.

Ghost Light Gala & After(life) Party

Friday, October 24, 2025
Peterson-Dumesnil House
301 S Peterson Ave, Louisville, KY 40206

Ghost Light Gala

Join us for Actors Theatre of Louisville’s Ghost Light Gala, a fundraising celebration set in the elegantly eerie Peterson-Dumesnil House. Guests are invited to dress in all-white haunt couture, inspired by their favorite theatrical ghost, for a night of creativity and community.

The evening features cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, a decadent dinner, dancing, and plenty of spectral surprises—all while raising essential funds to keep the (ghost)lights shining at Actors Theatre.

Schedule
  • 5:00 PM – Cocktails & hors d’oeuvres (pre-registered)
  • 6:00 PM – Dinner (pre-registered)
  • 8:00 PM – After(life) Party (click for tickets below)

Interested in purchasing a table at the Gala?

Contact:
Emily Tarquin, Managing Director
📧 etarquin@actorstheatre.org
📞 502-284-1265 x3017

* Please note: Tables of 10 are $3,500. Limited individual tickets are available for $350 each.

After(life) Party

When the curtain falls on the Ghost Light Gala, the real haunting begins. At 8:00 PM, the doors open for the After(life) Party, a ghoulish celebration for all.

What to Expect
  • A lively dance floor
  • Creative cocktails and tempting desserts
  • Hauntingly chic décor and surprises around every corner

Details
  • Date: Friday, October 24, 2025
  • Time: 8-10 p.m.
  • Dress Code: All white, inspired by your favorite theatrical ghost
  • Ticket Price: $85

Your After(life) Party ticket supports Actors Theatre’s bold storytelling and community programs all year long.

Space is limited so secure your spot before the spirits do!

Dates and Tickets

Oct 24, 2025 -
Ghost Light Gala & After(life) Party
Fri
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October 24, 2025
85 *Note: This ticket only provides access to the After(life) Party. Gala tables are sold separately.

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