THE 11TH ANNUAL GAYLA:
A BROADGAY MUSICAL
SATURDAY, MAY 24, 2025 @ THE CAPITOL THEATER
“…And nobody in all of Oz
No wizard that there is or was
Is ever gonna bring me down!”
– lyrics from “Defying Gravity” (Wicked)
You are here, at the start of a moment, on the edge of the world and Pizza Klatch’s annual fundraising event is back…ON THE BRIGHT LIGHTS OF BROADWAY! Featuring a fantastic prize raffle, silent auction, PK student performances and variety of musical, dance, singing performances and more! Plus our special headlining guests! All proceeds go towards supporting the LGBTQ+ youth of Thurston County.
This year’s Gayla is theme is ‘A BroadGay Musical’ and will feature an award deserving cast within our community, as well as a familiar variety of fundraising activities including our popular locally sourced Online Silent Auction, a Prize Raffle and brand new amazing Pizza Klatch youth performances as well as a musical performance by our special guest headliners (TBA)!
So raise a glass to freedom and let the world we dream about be the one we live in now because today, at least you’re you, and that’s enough.
ONLINE SILENT AUCTION
The Gayla Silent Auction will go live online Friday, May 16, 2025, and close Friday, May 30, 2025. Items available for auction are locally-sourced and include everything from handmade goods to exciting excursions, pampering packages and one of a kind experiences! Bidding will take place on our Gayla website, but some auction items may be featured or on display at the live Gayla!
PRIZE RAFFLE
Our prize raffle will take place live during the Gayla. You can purchase Raffle tickets at the event, $20 for 5 or $5 for 1. Raffle prizes are locally sourced and will be listed prior to their event on our website, www.pizzaklatch.org.
PHOTO BOOTH
Don’t forget to get some party pics from our themed Photo Booth, props included! Photos are by suggested donation! With themed props and a fun backdrop, don’t miss out on your chance to make memories and give to a good cause at the same time!
PERFORMANCES
One of the most popular portions of every Gayla are performances from some of the very youth we serve since after all, this event is for them! Performances have included everything from comedy to choreography! Youth performances are TBA!