Celebrate 10 years of Wonderlust and support 10 more years at the Wonderlust 10th Anniversary Ripple Gala on September 13th, 2024.
What is a Ripple Gala? Wonderlust Productions was officially incorporated 10 years ago. Since then, each of you has had an unique experience whose impact has traveled in waves far beyond Wonderlust. By making art together, we’ve inspired new creativity; forged and deepened relationships; discovered our community consciousness; grown more aware of the social structures that affect us; practiced greater empathy and understanding; and continued to work for a more inclusive, more imaginative world.
We want to celebrate all of those ripples with you at the Wonderlust Productions 10th Anniversary Ripple Gala! We’ll have food, music, and stories to share. Reserve your ticket right now. If the cost is prohibitive, email Frances at frances@wlproductions.org.
Join us for:
- Your favorite dance tunes, spun all night by DJ Play Project
- A short sneak peak of The Caregiver Play Project
- Birthday cake!
- A silent auction and raffle with exciting prizes like a stay at a cabin in Lutsen, a special dinner where we make your story into a play, and more!
- Listening stations to enjoy plays from the Hidden Herald Project celebrating St. Paul
- Games, beverages, and so much more!
Whether we just met this year or you’ve been with us since the beginning, please come share what you’re proud of and celebrate community. Help us dream of the next 10 years.
Unable to make it? You can still make ripples:
The ripples of our projects have spread far and wide over the last 10 years. At Wonderlust, new relationships are formed, tough conversations are had, creativity flourishes and our community becomes stronger. A participant of the Adoption Play Project recently shared how our work strengthened their relationships;
Before the project, I had a hard time being vulnerable and being aware of my most vulnerable feelings. Largely because of this project, I’ve been able to soften in the world and depend upon other people.
Silent Auction Items
Children’s Books from the MHC
Share your love of stories with the children in your life! This bundle features a variety of children’s books published in partnership with the Minnesota Humanities Center (MHC). MHC sparks positive change by increasing collective understandings of ourselves, our communities, and our histories through shared experiences. Books and Storytelling are one of our many tools. This bundle features 14 diverse stories from MHC co-published with numerous communities in Minnesota. Value: $150
Wonderlust’s Literary Inspirations
Read the books that inspire our work. Every play begins with research into the issues that affect the communities we work with. This bundle includes a variety of books about incarceration, adoption, caregiving, the state capitol and the city of St. Paul that we’ve relied on heavily to write our plays, and would recommend again and again. Value: $120
Selections include:
- Just Mercy by Bryan Stephenson
- This is Ear Hustle by Nigel Poor and Earlonne Woods
- St. Paul: An Urban Biography by Bill Lindeke
- How We Show Up by Mia Birdsong
- In My Heart: The Adoption Story Project by Wonderlust Productions (That’s us!)
and more!
Twin Cities Theater 2024-2025 Season Starter Pack
Step into the world of Twin Cities theater with this starter pack of tickets to theaters we admire. This collection of tickets offers an unmatched opportunity to experience a diverse range of performances all year long. Value: $300
This package includes:
- Two tickets to Walking Shadow Theatre’s Production of Witch (March 22-April 13, 2025)
- Two tickets to any show of your choice at Pillsbury House Theater
- Two tickets to any show of your choice at the History Theater
- Two tickets to any show of your choice at Pangea Theater
- Two tickets to any show of your choice at HUGE Improv Theater
Costume Collective Styling & Rental
Be the best dressed at your next event! Meet with Andrea Gross, our costume designer of the Adoption Play Project, Incarceration Play Project, Capitol Play Project and upcoming Caregiver Play Project, for a tour of the Costume Collective Warehouse and a 2 hour costume styling consultation. Walk away with up to four head-to-toe costume rentals, including accessories and cleaning, which you can keep for up to five days. Whether for a murder mystery party, a themed photo shoot, a surprise costumed appearance, or whatever occasion you like, take this opportunity to learn how a costume designer thinks and find the perfect costume! The Costume Collective’s stock includes all periods and all sizes. You’re sure to find something amazing. Value: $500
This item includes:
- 4 costume rentals (up to 5 days)
- 2 hour consultation with Andrea Gross
Two children’s costumes max, rental can be used before September 30th or after November 3rd
Lutsen Lake View Cabin
Immerse yourself in the beauty of the north shore during a three night stay at a beautiful Lutsen Cabin. Spend a weekend exploring the state parks and cute main streets of the North Shore in this lakeside retreat. This cabin sits right on Lake Superior, and has scenic views of the lake, a cozy fireplace, and easy access to a wealth of outdoor activities. Value: $1000
Good for up to two people, in July or August 2025
A Personalized Night of Dinner, Storytelling, and Theater
Get exclusive access to the Wonderlust process through a one-of-a-kind dinner. Join Leah, Alan, and members of the Wonderlust ensemble for a catered dinner at the fabulous home of two beloved Wonderlust donors. Invite up to five other guests, and participate in a story circle. You’ll end the night with a script written directly from your conversations. Value: Infinite
Marianne Combs’ Famous Tea Party Scones
Eat me! Host a tea party with the ingredients of this basket, including:
- coffee from Bizzy Cold Brew
- chai from Namaste Cafe
- and the star of the show: world-famous scones baked by our board member Marianne Combs.
The scones are naturally gluten free but do contain dairy. Value: Priceless
Scones can be hand delivered within the Twin Cities metro before Oct 7 or after Oct 30