Illuminate: A Carnival Gala & Fundraiser for Operation Sight
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2026
6:30pm - 10:30pm
THE AMERICAN THEATER, CHARLESTON, SC
Prepare to be immersed in an evening of light, color, and wonder — all for a cause that brings the gift of sight to those who need it most.
On February 21, 2026, the world of Carnival comes alive at Illuminate, a luxury dinner and variety entertainment fundraiser unlike anything you’ve experienced before.
Choose your experience below and secure your place in the spectacle.
Seating Chart
🎟️ General Seating
$250 per guest
Tables 7, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16 & 17
Includes:
- Admission to the full Illuminate experience
- Formal dinner & wine service
- Live variety entertainment
- Dance floor access
- Immersive visual spectacle
The perfect way to enjoy the magic of the evening, surrounded by dazzling lights, live music, and breathtaking performances — all in support of Operation Sight.
💫 VIP Seating (Table of 8)
$2,800 per table (8 guests)
Tables 1, 4, 5 & 6
VIP Seating Includes:
- Admission to the full Illuminate experience
- Formal dinner & wine service
- Live variety entertainment
- Dance floor access
- Immersive visual spectacle
- Exclusive front-row table seating
Be closer to the magic. Your table places you right at the edge of the stage — where the lights shimmer brightest and the performance feels alive all around you.
🌟 VIP Center Stage (Table of 8)
$5,000 per table (8 guests)
Tables 2, 3, 8 & 9
Corporate Sponsorship Includes:
- Front-row, center-stage table — the most exclusive seats in the house
- Full formal dinner & wine service
- Corporate Sponsorship Package, including:
- Branding on the Illuminate website
- Logo placement on show promo posters
- Recognition on
event signage the night of Illuminate
For those who want to be at the heart of the action — and part of something even bigger. Enjoy the ultimate Illuminate experience while your brand shines alongside a mission that restores sight and transforms lives.
When the World Fades to Darkness...
We Help Them See Again.
In South Carolina, many live in silence and shadow—suffering from cataracts or retinal disorders with no access to care.
Through life-changing eye surgeries, we restore vision, dignity, and independence. Your support helps someone in our state step out of the darkness to see the world again.
Every ticket brings someone closer to sight
Join us for an unforgettable evening of elegance, entertainment, and purpose — reserve your tickets now!
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