50th anniversary patron party
Friday, July 10, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Palace Pavilion
A Night of Celebration, Remembrance, and Applause
Join us as we celebrate a milestone in Marion Palace Theatre history—the 50th anniversary of the theatre's reopening in 1976.
The evening begins at 6:00 p.m. with a special anniversary reception featuring complimentary champagne, a cash bar, and a selection of heavy hors d'oeuvres. Guests will gather to honor the visionary members of the Palace Guard, the community leaders whose efforts helped save and restore the historic theatre, and to celebrate five decades of performances, memories, and community impact since the Palace reopened its doors.
Following the reception, guests will enjoy opening night of the Palace's summer musical, A Chorus Line, a fitting tribute to the performers, volunteers, patrons, and supporters who have kept the Palace center stage for 50 remarkable years.
Dates: July 10, 2026
Location: Palace Pavilion
Ticket: *$55 Patron Ticket, includes admission to the anniversary celebration reception and a reserved seat for A Chorus Line.
Presenting Sponsor: Anonymous
Supporting Sponsors: Bob & Donna Bender, Carol Randall, John & Patricia Scharer, Snyder Funeral Homes–Denzer Chapel
A $3 restoration fee is added to each ticket to support ongoing theatre preservation.