CABARET IN THE CITY
Join Us for an Unforgettable Soirée with NEMPAC
Step into a night of inspiration and celebration at our Annual Fundraiser benefiting NEMPAC, supporting transformative music and performing arts education in our community. Guests will enjoy live entertainment and a special performance by our extraordinary artists, a sumptuous buffet dinner and decadent dessert bar, curated libations, raffle, a live auction featuring exclusive items and experiences, and a Fund-a Need moment that makes artistic dreams possible. Every ticket, toast, and bid helps us empower young artists and enrich our vibrant arts community into 2026/27 and beyond.
This year’s event theme is “Cabaret in the City,” giving us a chance to showcase artists who make cabaret, the great American songbook, and musical theatre their area to shine.
This special event is surrounded by the beauty of the Prado, gorgeous historic park on the freedom trail illuminated by white lights, a tented stage and dining tables—all of which isin the heart of the city—at NEMPAC’s Prado Studios frontsteps.
The event kicks off the start of NEMPAC”s 25th anniversary year and sets the foundation funding for the year ahead of programming, access to arts, and community building.
Save the date for Thursday, September 24th for a night of Bright Lights in the Big City!
HOW TO GET TO THE PRADO
Public Transportation or Ride Sharing: If taking the MBTA, the closest stops are at North Station (Orange and Green lines; a 10-minute walk), Haymarket (Orange and Green lines; a 10-minute walk), and Government Center (Blue and Green lines; a 13-minute walk). If ride-sharing please set “Paul Revere Mall” as your destination.
Parking: There are several local parking lots in the North End. The closest lots are each about a five minute walk away and are: North End Garage (600 Commercial Street, Boston MA 02113) or Sargent’s Wharf Parking Lot (269 Commercial Street, Boston, MA 02109; a 5-minute walk). If ride-sharing please ensure “Paul Revere Mall” as your destination.
Enjoy this slideshow of photos from last year’s Soirée:
