Our Mission
To provide financial support to Memorial Opera House so that they may use theatre and the arts to build community and create a sense of belonging.
Through the generosity of our donors, we help ensure that Memorial Opera House remains a vibrant cultural hub—one where stories come to life, creativity is nurtured, and individuals of all ages and backgrounds can connect, participate, and feel at home. Our support allows the arts to flourish as a powerful tool for community building, education, and personal growth.
Memorial Opera House is a self-sustaining premier performing arts venue. Ticket sales contribute to only a portion of our operational budget. We also rely on donations, sponsorships, grants, and other contributions to help fund all the wonderful programming that we offer to the community at large. The mission of Memorial Opera House Foundation is to provide financial support to Memorial Opera House so that we may continue to use theatre and the arts to build community and create a sense of belonging.
Memorial Opera House was originally built and dedicated as a living Civil War monument. In the summer of 2024 Memorial Opera House underwent a $5 million renovations project, a significant portion of which was funded by the Memorial Opera House Foundation. Along with the renovations, Memorial Opera House Foundation launched a Legacy Campaign which raised money for Memorial Opera House by giving sponsors opportunities to name the newly renovated spaces & seats.
Memorial Opera House Foundation’s continued support continues our legacy of presenting quality Broadway musicals, youth theatre, Penguin Programming, concerts, and special events in a freshly renovated & historic venue that still serves its original purpose of providing a gathering place for the community.
Memorial Opera House believes in the preservation and growth of this living memorial built in 1893 and rededicated to veterans of all wars.
Preservation
Partnerships in our community allow us to continue providing all the benefits of Northwest Indiana’s Premier Arts Venue.
Partnerships
Our mission to use theatre and the arts to create a sense of belonging contributes to the quality of life in Northwest Indiana and beyond.
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Youth Programming
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Support the Legacy.
Empower the Future.
Your gift to the Memorial Opera House Foundation helps preserve more than just a historic landmark — it sustains a vibrant cultural hub that brings our entire community together.
Every contribution supports the preservation of our 130-year-old theatre, ensuring its rich history lives on for generations to come. You also empower transformative youth programming like
• The MOH Youth Ensemble
• The Penguin Project®
• Penguin Players
and igniting imagination through Broadway-quality mainstage musicals.
When you give, you don't just support the arts — you invest in connection, creativity, and the soul of our community.
Volunteer Opportunities
Give Time.
Create Impact.
Volunteers are the heartbeat of the Memorial Opera House Foundation.
Whether greeting guests, ushering performances, supporting youth programs, or helping behind the scenes, our volunteers make the magic of live theatre possible.
By giving your time, you become part of a welcoming community that values service, creativity, and shared purpose. Every role, big or small, contributes to unforgettable experiences for audiences and performers alike.
Join us, and see how your time and talents can make a lasting impact.
Partnership Opportunities
Invest in Community.
Inspire Connection.
At the Memorial Opera House Foundation, community is at the heart of everything we do.
Your support helps build and strengthen meaningful partnerships with local organizations, schools, nonprofits, and businesses — collaborations that extend the reach of the arts far beyond our stage.
These partnerships create shared experiences, bring diverse voices together, and provide opportunities for all ages to engage with theatre and the arts.
When you give, you help create a ripple effect of connection, creativity, and civic pride that enriches the entire community.
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