Together, We Lift Musical Theatre to New Heights
Why We Exist
We believe in the transformational power of the arts – and this is our legacy in action. As Leading Ladies, we foster that legacy by giving time, voice, and resources to inspire and sustain Houston’s cultural landscape.
Membership Options
| Membership Option | Price | Monthly Cost | FMV |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Year Membership | $240 | $20/month | $50 |
| 2-Year Membership | $360 | $15/month | $100 |
Your Membership Includes
- Behind-the-scenes access to TUTS productions
- Exclusive interactions with cast and crew
- Invitations to private donor and social events
- Volunteering opportunities for TUTS and community initiatives
- Special merchandise discounts
- Subscription to The Observatory (our quarterly donor publication)
- Lifelong friendships and fun along the way
Membership features are designed to bring you closer to the art form and the TUTS community – starting the day you join and lasting through the full membership term.
Celebrating Success
Our annual Leading Ladies Luncheon showcases the impact of our community. The 2025 gathering raised more than $160,000 – a record-breaking achievement. Honorees included Shelly Mulanax (Shirley Stein Outstanding Champion in the Arts and Education), Jennifer Bauer‑Conley (Arts Educator of the Year), and Kim Nguyen‑Coleman (Community Volunteer of the Year)
Leadership That Inspires
The backbone of the Leading Ladies
Julie Schweers
Chair
Kim Nguyen‑Coleman
April Hiemstra
For more information, contact leadingladies@tuts.org.
