Unity's Annual Fundraising Gala 2025: The Phantom of the Opera
Please join us on Thursday, September 4, 2025!
This special evening marks three decades of community, culture, and celebration, and we can't wait to share it with you. Come enjoy an unforgettable night filled with friends, a wonderful meal, and an exciting live auction, all while supporting a great cause.
~Cocktail Reception starting at 6:00pm
~Live and Silent Auctions (in person)
~Dinner at 8:00pm
Catered by Bake Shop at All Things Acres and served by The Pilot and Anchor Clubs of Brenham.
Tickets are $125 per person, and reservations are required.
For tickets and information, contact Lisa Thomas at 979-830-1460 ext. 11 or email Lisa@UnityBrenham.org.
Get Ready for Our Exciting Live Auction!
We're thrilled to announce the upcoming live auction, where you can bid on an array of fantastic items and experiences. To maximize your chances of winning and to add some fun, we encourage you to start forming bid groups now! Gather your friends, family, and colleagues to pool your resources and strategize your bids. Below, you'll find a list of the amazing items up for auction.
Take a look and start planning your bid groups today!
Homerun Hangout - Aggie Baseball Suite for 12!
Batter up! Enjoy America’s favorite pastime in sweet, air-conditioned style with a Blue Bell Park suite for a NON-CONFERENCE Aggie baseball game in the 2026 Season—date to be mutually agreed upon with donor. This exclusive suite includes 12 tickets and 3 parking passes, plus access to a Blue Bell ice cream cabinet (yes, unlimited ice cream!). Food and beverages not included so enjoy a $500 gift card for your munchies and libations! A perfect outing for baseball fans, corporate fun, or a cool way to treat your crew!
Donated by Blue Bell Creameries
Altitude & Attitude: A Highlands Escape!
Escape to the stunning mountains of western North Carolina with this luxurious Highlands retreat for 8 nights! Your home away from home is a beautiful 3,400 sq. ft. residence inside the exclusive Cullasaja Club, just 4 miles from the charming town of Highlands. With three king ensuite bedrooms, a cozy den with fireplace, spacious screened porch, and roomy deck for relaxing outdoors, it’s perfect for up to three couples. Fish nearby, plan a round of golf, or hit the hiking trails—this getaway is pure mountain magic at 4,100 ft. elevation!
Donated by Steve and Teresa James
Nube Nueve (Cloud Nine) Costa Rican Retreat
Oui Oui & Ooh-La-La – A Fancy-Pants French Feast for 8!
(No Passport Required, Just an Appetite!) Cue the Edith Piaf and dust off your berets! Eight très lucky guests will enjoy French-inspired cuisine at the gorgeous home of Pat and Larry Dietrich. An evening of laughs, libations, and lovingly prepared cuisine by Unity’s own Kate Revnell-Smith. Think escargot without the snail trauma, cheese that smells fancy, and desserts worth canceling your gym membership for. It’s France without the jetlag! To be enjoyed on a mutually agreeable date in 2026. Bon appétit and stretchy pants encouraged!
Donated by Kate Revnell-Smith and Pat and Larry Dietrich
Bordeaux-inspired Wine Tasting for 8 – C’est Magnifique!
Join Dave Gohlke and Burton Mayor Karen Buck in their home for an evening exploring wines from the famous Bordeaux region of France - Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot, plus Malbec and Carmenere. Next will be the "Left Bank" and "Right Bank” blends, and ending with a special sweet treat from Bordeaux. The evening will include exploring the geography, the soil, the "terroir, the grapes, and the history. A spread of breads and cheeses, charcuterie and pates, fruits and sweets will accompany the many delicious wines.
Donated by David Gohlke & Karen Buck
The Phantom’s Encore: A Board Dinner Spectacular!
“Let the music of the night… guide you to dinner!” Your table is waiting! You and 23 of your most dramatic, dazzling, or hungry friends are invited to Unity Theatre for an exclusive, Phantom of the Opera-themed dinner party hosted by our fabulous Board of Directors. Picture candlelight, elegant décor, maybe even a chandelier or two—and of course, a delicious feast worthy of the Paris Opera House. Whether you’re belting out “Think of Me” or just thinking about seconds, this is one night you’ll never forget. Costumes not required…but highly encouraged.
Donated by the Unity Theatre Board of Directors
A Chic Treat at Indian Creek
Experience Italian hospitality right here in Washington County! On April 18, 2026, from 5–8pm, join hosts Lynne and David Mahood, along with Angela and Rich Austin, for a delicious and elegant Italian dinner for 8 at their stunning Indian Creek property. Kick things off with a handcrafted signature cocktail, then settle in for a delicious evening surrounded by the rustic beauty of charming barns, sweeping views, and warm hospitality. This is one unforgettable dining experience you won’t want to miss—and the date is set, so mark your calendar now!
Donated by David & Lynne Mahood and Rich & Angela Austin
2025 Underwriters - "Think of Me"
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our generous gala underwriters for their unwavering support of Unity Theatre. Their contributions play a vital role in helping us continue to bring quality productions and enriching cultural experiences to our community. Thanks to their dedication and generosity, we are able to sustain our mission and make a lasting impact on the arts in Brenham.
Don & Florence Ahrens
Dr. Eric & Katie Alford
Dr. Jared & Kelly Anderson
Ant Street Inn
Patrick & Sondra Appel
Gary & Sandi Appelt
Rich & Angela Austin
Bank of Brenham
Blue Bell Creameries
Evelyn Boatwright
Fred Boecker
Pegge Bogle
John & Terry Brieden
Karen Buck & Dave Gohlke
Susan Buddeke & Ken McGuyer
Kenneth & Dixie Burgess
Bob & Bebe Burns
Nelson & Sara Byman
Joanne Clark
Bob & Cathleen Davis
Patricia & Larry Dietrich
Cyd Dillahunty & Jeffrey T. Harris
George & Kathy Doran
Dr. Donald & Carol Draehn
Anonymous
Gene & Nan Fuelberg
Karen & Bob Funk
Clarence Gerke & Jill Vivroux
Pam & Mike Globe
Dr. Mystan A. Gurkin
Celia Haley
Gary & Sue Hewitt
Greg & Jodi Holloway
Neil Hooper
Steve & Teresa James
William Kaminer
Eunice Kelm
Roy & Jan Kelm
Anne Kinney
Ken & Diane Kramer
Kwik Kopy Business Center
Gene & Susan Lake
David & Liz Lancaster
Leftovers Antiques
Don & Barbara Loesch
David & Lynne Mahood
Robert & Cindy Nash
Cathy & Charles Nitsch
Meme & Jack Owen
Mitja Peterman
Jayme Ponder & Jim Ellison
Mike & Diana Reed
Louise Rice
Harold & Maureen Riddle
Janet E. Rose
Roger Ross
Gary & Beth Rothermel
Douglas & Linda Rowlett
Candy & Jerry Schlief
Steven & Brenda Schultz
Sonny Sengel & Sally Blackie-Sengel
Mike & Jean Shoup
Douglas & Donna Smith
Melanie & Robert Smith
Milton & Twila Tate
Texas Star Winery
Thyme Day Spa & Salon
Van Dyke Rankin & Company
Ann Wackman
William B. Wade & Paula Cizik
Nathan Walter
Derek & Jamie Ward
Washington County READ
Jim & Belinda Weatherly
Bill & Lucille Welch
Jay & Sally White
Susan Whiteford
Tom & Janet Whitener