Bright Night

Support The McKnight Center’s artistic and educational programming with this exclusive celebratory evening.


Schedule of Events

5pm Cocktail Reception in The McKnight Center's Marilynn and Carl Thoma Grand atrium
This pre-concert reception is open to all ticketholders.

6pm Concert starring Cynthia Erivo* in the Performance Hall

Followed by an exclusive celebratory dinner at the Alumni Center for members of the Director's Circle and Gala Sponsors. Black tie. Complimentary Valet Parking. RSVP by August 28, 2026
 


 

To learn more about sponsorship and giving opportunities and be included on the invitation list, please contact Amy Miller, Senior Director of Development, at (405) 385-2139 or [email protected].
 
 
 

 

Become a Sponsor

Becoming a Bright Night Gala Sponsor provides you with tickets to the Gala Dinner, a special commemorative gift, and the opportunity to enjoy Director's Circle benefits all season long. Click to learn more about sponsorship opportunities.

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Gala Concert

The Gala Concert is a unique opportunity to be entertained and inspired by world-class orchestras and solo headlining artists while supporting the arts in Stillwater. Director's Circle members and Gala Sponsors will have early access to Gala Concert tickets.

 

 

Gala Dinner

The elegant Gala Dinner, held immediately after the Concert in the ConocoPhillips OSU Alumni Center, is a unique opportunity to celebrate this special evening. The Gala Dinner is exclusively available to members of the Director's Circle and Gala Sponsors.
 
 
 

Why Support The McKnight Center?


Like most performing arts organizations, we rely on our family of loyal donors to help us continue to grow as a cultural destination, attracting an international roster of superb artists and performers to the center through prestigious partnerships. Your gift may be designated to directly impact an area of your choice, including our K-12 educational outreach, masterclasses and Side by Side programs for OSU students, family and community presentations, and main stage productions.