RTW’s Annual Fundraiser Celebrates George & Sandy Dionisopoulos and Pam Kriger…Sock Hop Style
August 4, 2025 (Milwaukee, Wis) Renaissance Theaterworks (RTW) invites the community to an unforgettable evening of celebration, nostalgia, and gratitude at Raise a Glass to Renaissance: Twist and Toast on Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. This spirited fundraiser will honor the incredible contributions of George and Sandy Dionisopoulos and Pam Kriger, whose dedication and creativity have left an indelible mark on Milwaukee’s arts community. Twist & Toast will take place at RTW’s performance home at 255 S Water Street in the Harbor District.
Set against the backdrop of a groovy, late-summer evening, guests will be treated to retro-inspired bites, sips, and sounds as we toast to the visionaries who helped shape Renaissance Theaterworks’ vibrant legacy, and raise the funds needed to sustain that legacy into the future.
George (RTW Board Member) and Sandy Dionisopoulos, beloved Milwaukee theater supporters and arts advocates, have championed the power of live performance for decades, nurturing countless artists and enriching audiences through their generosity and passion.
Pam Kriger, a powerhouse stage director, choreographer, and longtime friend of the company, directed five productions for Renaissance Theaterworks, including the beloved Red Pepper Jelly series. Her influence on Milwaukee’s performing arts scene spans over 50 years of cleverly-staged, heart-filled storytelling.
“This event is more than a fundraiser,” said Managing Director Lisa Rasmussen. “It’s a joyful moment to gather, honor our past, and toast to the bright, bold future of RTW.”
Raise a Glass to Renaissance: Twist and Toast will take place outdoors in true summer soirée style, then move inside to the theatre for a live auction and entertainment. Attendees are encouraged to come dressed with a wink to the late ’50s and early ’60s—think sock hop sassy.
Tickets and donation opportunities are available at rtwmke.org.
Let’s raise a glass to theater, to legacy, and to the people who keep the spotlight burning.
About Renaissance Theaterworks
Renaissance Theaterworks is Milwaukee’s only professional theater company founded and run by women. Since 1993, it has been dedicated to promoting the work of women, onstage and off, becoming a leader in the global movement toward gender equity in the arts. Renaissance Theaterworks creates provocative, courageous theater, connecting audiences with their shared sense of being human, making them feel more, think harder, and laugh louder.
