For nearly 150 years, generations have rallied to ensure The Grand thrived amidst a changing world. Now, it's our turn. Join us as we boldly transform this historic gem into a block-wide hub for performances and events – the spark that will ignite downtown Oshkosh's next renaissance. Find your role in Our Grand Moment:

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Our Grand Moment- Case for Support by Grand Oshkosh

A Message from the Director: 

Welcome to our future! The Grand Oshkosh is undertaking a transformative reimagining of The Grand complex. The project begins in Fall 2026, and is expected to be complete in 2028.

The project will change how The Grand does business, how it presents shows, and how it looks to patrons, from curb to stage. One thing that will not change is the beautiful 143-year-old historic theatre. It will be more comfortable, more efficient, and will “sound” and “feel” better, but the overall look remains just as our community has grown to love it.

The addition to the north and west of the annex will increase the size of the Verve (formerly Grand) Lounge and Lobby by half, triple the size of our patron hospitality areas, level off all levels in the annex, renovate all restrooms, add a donors lounge and catering prep area, and fully create a second performance space in the expanded Verve Lounge.

Backstage, a complete overhaul of the dressing rooms and green room added, improved loading area and stage access, and renovation of the existing dressing rooms, is in the plan. The backstage will then be fully functional to serve a third performance space, an outdoor stage at Opera House Square.

This is a game-changer for operation of The Grand as a vibrant performing arts and event center, and create three performance space options—the historic stage, the Grand Lounge, and an outdoor stage at Opera House Square. It is truly an engine of economic development for Downtown Oshkosh and the Opera House Square District.

The City of Oshkosh has committed $5 million and The Grand is well under way in its efforts to raise the remaining $5 million- plus, in a true public-private partnership befitting this city-owned jewel box theatre, which is operated by our not-for-profit Grand Oshkosh.

I hope you’ll join us as we move forward, merging our past with our future.

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We are deeply grateful to the individuals, families, and organizations whose generosity is shaping the future of The Grand Oshkosh. The following donors have made meaningful contributions to Our Grand Moment, helping ensure this historic theatre continues to inspire, connect, and serve our community for generations to come.

Cornerstone Benefactors
The City of Oshkosh, WI
Verve, a Credit Union

Leading Benefactors
The Alberta S. Kimball Foundation
The John E. Kuenzl Foundation

Principle Benefactors
The Oshkosh Area Community Foundation
John and Susan Vette
Roger and Lynn Van Vreede

Major Benefactors
Bergstrom Automotive
Discover Oshkosh
Paul and Margaret "Peg" Larson
Bill and Beth Wyman

Benefactors
J. Andrew and Allison Dumke | Kate and Chad Durkee
Dave and Carla Omachinski

The 1883 Society
The Hartman Family | Richard Hearden, Board Chair
Todd and Lisa Kaull | Komal Mehta and Brent Walker
Dr. Rob and Dr. Denise Prehn | Don and Judy Seibold

Leading Patrons
John and Paula Dinse | Alex Hummel and Brenda Haines
Ralph and Kathryn Mosling | Jon and Becky Stellmacher
Paul and Jody Swanson | Gary and Sandy Yakes

Patron
Herb and Madeline Berendsen | Nicolet Bank
Mark and Kristen Lasky | Drew and Denise "Dede" Niehans
Sue Panek | Frank Tower

Supporters
W. Sam Adams and Elizabeth Adams | Robert and Connie Brandenstein
Adele Buelow | Craig and Heidi Burnett
Aaron Deimund | Michelle and Michael Hammett
Roger A. Ferlo and Anne Harlan | Mark Kinderman
John and Tanya Loe | Elizabeth and Colin Neuman
Barry and Sandy Perlman | Kathe Peters
Curtis and Kathryn Radford | Bank First

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Last updated April 21st, 2026