Victor Shargai Theatre
Unleashing New Artistic Potential
A focal point of our Open Studio renovations is a complete re-engineering of our flagship producing space, renamed the Victor Shargai Theatre. Victor’s impact on the local arts community is immeasurable—he shaped DC theatre for more than 40 years and elevated its national profile. A steadfast supporter, Victor led TheatreWashington as chairman and guided many area theatres as a board member, including Studio. This bold transformation named in his honor will create a new hallmark for the work we produce and unleash new artistic potential for the artists who work with Studio.
Join a dedicated group of Studio supporters to fund the transformation of this critical creative space. Donate today and remember to select the Victor Shargai Theatre Fund designation. Gifts of $2,500 or more will be recognized on the Victor Shargai Theatre donor plaque.
Complete Flexibility
Capable of myriad configurations—alley theatre, end-stage, in the round, and more—the theatre will be completely customizable. Its versatility will support Studio’s most ambitious work, with increased seating capacity so that we can share it with wider audiences.
Updated Technology
The Victor Shargai Theatre will be one of Washington’s most technologically advanced spaces. Performances will be enhanced with state-of-the-art production technology, including a new full tension wire grid to support best-in-class lighting, sound, and projection.
Improved Infrastructure
Renovations will also improve systems and infrastructure that have not been modernized in over 15 years. The HVAC system will be upgraded to improve air quality and operate silently.
Contributors to the New Victor Shargai Theatre
Alicia Adams
Don and Nancy Bliss
Katherine and David Bradley
Mara Bralove and Ari Fisher
Susan and Steven Bralove
Susan and Dixon Butler
Carmen and Edward Fox
Galena-Yorktown Foundation
Hon. Joseph & Mrs. Alma Gildenhorn
Jinny and Mike Goldstein
Susan L. Gordon
Sari Hornstein
Maxine Isaacs
Heather Muir Johnson
Kay Kendall and Jack Davies
Frank Guzzetta and
Paul Manville
The Eugene M. Lang Foundation
Jane Lang
Tina Martin and
Mita Schaffer
Lou Mazawey
Kathy McGuire
Dr. and Mrs. Marc Nemiroff
Craig Pascal in memory of Victor Shargai
Colin* and Alma Powell
Share Fund
David S. Shrager Foundation
George and Trish Vradenburg
Anne and Ernest Wallwork
Amy Weinberg and
Norbert Hornstein
Tom and Carol Wheeler
*In Memoriam
This list represents contributions made to the Open Studio campaign received through February 2, 2022. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this listing. For more information, please contact the Development Office at 202.919.3712.