A Night in Emerald City: Girls Choral Academy's 30th Anniversary Benefit

About this event

Follow the Yellow Brick Road to an Unforgettable Evening Join Girls Choral Academy for A Night in Emerald City, a magical evening celebrating 30 years of empowering girls through music, education, and performance. Inspired by The Wizard of Oz, The Wiz, and Wicked, this special anniversary gala will bring together music, live performances, community, and celebration—all in support of the next generation of girls finding their voices. Your evening in Emerald City will include:

Live music and Broadway-inspired performances An immersive Emerald City experience Dinner and celebration A curated silent auction A special tribute to our 2026 Gala Honoree, Debra L. Perry Stories and performances celebrating 30 years of Girls Choral Academy Opportunities to support the future of GCA

Honoring Debra L. Perry Girls Choral Academy is proud to honor Debra L. Perry, an extraordinary music educator, musician, composer, mentor, and community leader whose impact has been felt throughout Grand Rapids and beyond. For more than 26 years, Debra has inspired generations of students through her work with Grand Rapids Public Schools while building an extraordinary career as a performer, songwriter, arranger, producer, and recording engineer. As we celebrate 30 years of empowering girls through music, we are honored to recognize someone whose life's work reflects so many of the values at the heart of GCA: artistic excellence, education, mentorship, leadership, and a deep belief in the power of music to transform lives.

Choose Your Way to Join Us Whether you're joining us for an unforgettable evening, bringing a group of friends or colleagues, or investing as an event sponsor, there is a place for you in Emerald City.

Individual and VIP tickets and hosted table packages are available! Every ticket purchased helps Girls Choral Academy continue providing meaningful opportunities for girls to discover their voices, develop confidence, and imagine what's possible.

Interested in Sponsorship? Help make this milestone celebration possible while investing directly in the future of Girls Choral Academy. Event sponsors play an important role in creating opportunities for girls through music, education, mentorship, and performance. Sponsorship opportunities offer meaningful recognition while demonstrating your organization's commitment to empowering the next generation. Learn more about our sponsorship opportunities here.

A Note About VIP Access The VIP Cocktail Hour begins at 6:30 PM and includes early access to the evening and exclusive experiences before the main gala celebration begins at 7:30 PM. Please review the ticket or package description to see whether VIP access is included with your selection.

A Note About General Admission The General Admission portion of the evening begins at 7:00 PM. Please review the ticket description for additional information.

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