Barefoot & Bowtie Gala
Clear Space Theatre Company’s annual gala is always a joyful celebration of theater and arts education here in Coastal Delaware. Each year, annual awards are given for advocacy, volunteerism, and artistry, and a great silent auction is available. All proceeds allow Clear Space Theatre Company to further its mission of creating transformative theatrical and educational experiences for our community. The evening consists of a sit-down dinner, silent auction, award ceremony, a live auction, and music entertainment from #NoFilter and We Three Strings. Thank you for your support!
Meet our 2026 Honorees
This year, we honor the following individuals whose contributions to Clear Space have been immeasurable:
SPOTLIGHT ON ARTISTIC ENDEAVORS: Candice Jewell
BOARD SERVICE AWARD: Megan Nehrbas
SPOTLIGHT ON ADVOCACY: Ida & Jeff Rowe
SPOTLIGHT ON VOLUNTEERISM: Bill Fuchs & Gerald Beaulieu*
PRODUCER’S CIRCLE AWARD: 2nd Block Hospitality Group
*In Memoriam
Golden Ticket Raffle
Introducing our GOLDEN TICKET RAFFLE! This year, we are auctioning off THREE unforgettable trips from the live auction at the gala: a luxurious 7-night stay at the Almar Resort in Puerto Vallarta, a Restorative Week at 5 Bedroom Stone Cottage on Isle au Haut in Maine, and 7 Nights in Waikoloa, Hawaii at the Hilton Gran Vacations Club Kings Land Waikoloa. The Golden Ticket raffle allows one lucky winner to claim one of these three trips for themselves before the live auction begins! Read about each trip below and stay tuned to grab your golden ticket! No need to attend the gala to win!
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Donor: Andy Staton & Patrick Saparito
Prepare for an unforgettable escape with a luxurious 7-night stay at world famous Almar Resort, the premier adults-only, LGBTQ+ friendly destination nestled in the heart of Puerto Vallarta’s Zona Romántica. Located at Amapas #380 Col. Emiliano Zapata, Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, 48380, Mexico.
You and a guest will stay in an ocean-view studio located in the Mantamar Tower. This stylish suite puts you right in the heart of the vibrant Puerto Vallarta nightlife and just steps from the energy of Mantamar Beach Club. Designed for comfort, luxury, and unforgettable Almar moments, it offers the perfect setting to relax, take in the beautiful ocean views, enjoy the lively atmosphere, and experience everything Puerto Vallarta has to offer.
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Donor: Mat Hastings
Escape to the beauty of Acadia National Park with a week-long stay on the private island of Isle au Haut. With a year-round population of barely 50 residents, Isle au Haut is among the most secluded and unspoiled corners of the east coast. Leave your cares (and your car) on the mainland as you arrive by boat from Stonington, Maine. In addition to offering up 5 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, your stay in Stone Cottage also includes the use of the property’s SUV to travel through the island. Your stay includes a guided tour of the island, and lobsters harvested fresh from the sea by the property’s personal lobsterman. This is a once-in-a-lifetime escape!
Available for you to enjoy within one year, subject to availability.
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Donor: Joe Gfaller & Kraig Turner
Escape to the sunswept beaches, unbridled nature, and relaxing lifestyle of Hawaii's Big Island with a 7 night stay in beautiful Waikoloa, Hawaii. Kings Land, a Hilton resort, features an expansive and luxurious setting, including a winding super pool along the water, including a peaceful serenity section, a dedicated children's beach, whirlpool spas, and four slides for added adventure. Unlike many resorts on the Big Island, Kings Land charges no parking fees for guests, making your escape to the Big Island that much less stressful. As the premiere resort destination in Waikoloa, a stay at Kings Land also includes complimentary access to all the amenities at Hilton Waikoloa Village, including golf, spas, a snorkeling lagoon, and a sprawling pool and bar complex that is the envy of resorts worldwide.
Your suite features accommodations for up to four, with a luxurious king bed bedroom and a queen sleeper sofa in the living room, as well as a full kitchen, dining area, in-suite laundry, and an extended outdoor lanai to enjoy the beauty of nature without leaving your room.
To explore more of the Big Island, it's an easy escape to the island's many exotic green and black sand beaches, manta ray snorkels in nearby Kona, the lush nature escape of Pololu Valley, and of course the natural wonder that is Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Explore the farmers markets of Waimea, Hawaii's cowboy country, go horseback riding in Waipi'o Valley, or scale Mauna Kea for stargazing in one of the nation's premiere observatories. Or just relax at your resort and soak in the sun!Dates are subject to availability, with guaranteed availability 9 months prior to any scheduled trip.
