Washington Theatre’s
Big Night Out

May 19, 2025
The Anthem

The 2025 Helen Hayes Awards bring glamor, fun, and celebration! Join us as we honor our incredible nominees and the vibrant DC-area theatre community with a red carpet, dinner, and awards ceremony, including the prestigious Helen Hayes Tribute.

Hosts

Jan Du Plain

Chair, Helen Hayes Awards
Board of Directors, Theatre Washington
Amy Austin

President & CEO, Theatre Washington
Bonnie Nelson Schwartz

Founder, Helen Hayes Awards

Host Committee

As of March 2025 - This list is updated regularly.

Co-Producer

Dr. Judith Kuriansky

Producer

Craig Pascal

John Hauge

Andrew R. Ammerman

Director

Michael Burke & Carl Smith

Jan Du Plain

Gary P. Fontaine & O’Shelya S. Brown

Kevin Hennessy & David Lamdin

Sharon Lewis Tompkins

Annie Simonian Totah

Sherrie Beckstead Luxury Group

Abel Lopez

Supporter

Nathan & Debbie Ainspan

Jason Loewith

Myrna Fawcett

Barbara Hawthorn

Elizabeth Karcher

Mel & Juanita Hardy

Howard Menaker & Patrick Gossett

Join the Host Committee!

The Helen Hayes Awards Host Committee supports the visibility of the Awards and makes our esteemed guest list – of over 400 nominated artists, theatre leadership, local, national, and international dignitaries, and community leaders – possible.

$20,000 Champion

Opportunity to present a Helen Hayes Award
One table (10 tickets) for you and your guests with name recognition
Sponsorship of nominee table with name recognition
Recognition with your name sung live on stage
Recognition in all printed and digital material, including screens on stage
Invitation to exclusive Theatre Washington events throughout the year, including the Helen Hayes Awards Nominations and Preview events
$10,000 Producer

One table (10 tickets) for you and your guests with name recognition
Sponsorship of nominee table with name recognition
Recognition with your name sung live on stage
Recognition in all printed and digital material, including screens on stage
Invitation to exclusive Theatre Washington events throughout the year, including the Helen Hayes Awards Nominations and Preview events
$5,000 Director

Recognition in all printed and digital material, including screens on stage
Eight (8) tickets for you and your guests
Invitation to exclusive Theatre Washington events throughout the year, including the Helen Hayes Awards Nominations and Preview events
$1,500 Supporter

Two (2) tickets for you and your guest
Invitation to exclusive Theatre Washington events throughout the year, including the Helen Hayes Awards Nominations and Preview events
Friend of Helen Hayes

Seats Available: $500

Join Us

Complete the form to let us know you’re ready and interested in being a part of the 2025 Helen Hayes Awards. We will follow up with more information.

Want to learn more about the Theatre Washington’s Helen Hayes Awards?

Please email us at helenhayesevent@theatrewashington.org or call Amy Austin at 202-491-1685.

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Corporate Opportunities

By becoming a corporate sponsor, you’re contributing to the cultural vitality of the region.

$25,000 Corporate Sponsor

Opportunity to present a Helen Hayes Award
One table (10 tickets) for you and your guests with name recognition
Sponsorship of nominee table with name recognition
Recognition in all printed and digital material, including screens on stage
Distinct visibility opportunities throughout the event - can be customized for your desired audience, activation, placement, brand
Invitation to exclusive Theatre Washington events throughout the year, including the Helen Hayes Awards Nominations and Preview events

Corporate packages are available at different levels and tailored to your organization. Please email helenhayesevent@theatrewashington.org for more information.