Join Ground Floor Theatre for a night of delicious food from Esther’s Tex Mex, signature cocktails, live music, and interactive installations that reflect the dynamic spirit of the theatre. There will be a silent auction with some amazing items such as Tickets to the National Boradway tour of Shucked, Artwork from local artists, and more.

The evening will feature opportunities to connect with the theatre’s creative team, board members, and artists who continue to shape the future of theatre in Austin. As an added highlight, the evening will include the announcement of their upcoming 2024-2025 season.

Overview of Event Schedule

6:30 pm: Guests arrive and enjoy signature cocktails, food tastings, and live music

7:15 pm: Formal welcome and presentation

Special recognition of Ground Floor Theatre’s supporters
GFT Writes guest speaker
Queer Camp alum guest speaker
Musical performance from The Therapy Sisters
Performance from upcoming musical, Falsettos
2024/2025 Season Announcement

8:00 pm: Interactive art installations, live entertainment, and raffle drawings begin

9:30 pm: Evening wrap-up with a final musical performance and goodbyes

10:00 pm: Event concludes

This Elevated Block Party is not only a celebration, but also a critical fundraiser. Every dollar raised directly supports Ground Floor Theatre’s mission to amplify diverse voices and stories and provide high quality, accessible theatre and pay-what-you-can ticket pricing to the Austin community. From new play development to educational programming, each contribution helps Ground Floor Theatre continue to create spaces for underrepresented artists and audiences.