KAPA Repertory Theatre Presents A New Year’s Eve Gala At The Kenosha Innovation Neighborhood — A Black-Tie Celebration Of Glamour, Community, And The Arts
KENOSHA, WI — KAPA Repertory Theatre (KAPA REP) proudly announces a dazzling inaugural New Year’s Eve Gala at the brand-new Kenosha Innovation Neighborhood (KIN) — an unforgettable evening of artistry, elegance, and community designed to usher in a bold new era for the local arts scene. On Wednesday, December 31, 2025, guests will step onto the red carpet beginning at 8:00PM, greeted by lights, cameras, and a world-class atmosphere unlike anything Kenosha has ever experienced before.
This black-tie celebration marks the start of a new Kenosha tradition — a glamorous, Hollywood-caliber event honoring the city’s creative spirit. Priced at $150 per person, the all-inclusive experience (21+) features exquisite food, premium drinks, and live entertainment throughout the night. Set within the stunning Kenosha Innovation Neighborhood, a 107-acre district anchored by a $23.5 million, 64,000-square-foot innovation facility, the gala transforms this architectural marvel into a cinematic stage — a breathtaking backdrop for an evening celebrating art, innovation, and connection.
The night will spotlight community heroes and local artistry while reflecting on KAPA REP’s remarkable rise. Following a sold-out run of Little Shop of Horrors, the company now looks ahead to its highly anticipated Season II premiere — Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka, starring indie-rock frontman Luke Olson — a production that embodies KAPA REP’s hallmark of excellence and community pride.
Guests can expect VIP treatment, live music, theatrical performances, and inspired entertainment woven throughout the evening, paired with craft cocktails and gourmet cuisine curated to reflect artistry and sophistication. As midnight approaches, the celebration crescendos with a grand countdown — welcoming 2026 with brilliance, joy, and a collective toast to Kenosha’s bright creative future.
This year, residents won’t have to leave town to experience a truly world-class New Year’s Eve — they’ll find it right here, among their own community of dreamers, doers, and artists.
Tickets for KAPA REP’s New Year’s Eve Gala are $150 per person, including all food, beverages, and entertainment. Doors open at 8:00 PM at the Kenosha Innovation Neighborhood, 5522 26th Avenue. Tickets are available now at www.kaparep.com.
KAPA Repertory Theatre is committed to producing elevated, thought-provoking theatre that connects deeply with its community. With a growing reputation for exceptional artistry and visionary storytelling, KAPA REP is proud to help shape Kenosha’s emergence as a cultural leader in the region.
Join us this New Year’s Eve — and be part of the night that starts it all.