HITStravaganza 2024

All proceeds from this one-week silent auction will benefit HITS Theatre's annual operations and programs. Annually, HITS serves over 750 students in educational performing arts classes and entertains over 4,000 audience members at our low-cost public performances. HITS Theatre is also proud to employ over 30 Houston-based artists.

As we formalize our scholarship program, there are opportunities to sponsor a student and honor our beloved dance instructor, Dana Lewis. At HITS, we believe that every child should have the opportunity to express themselves through the arts, regardless of their financial circumstances. The Dana Lewis Scholarship Fund plays a crucial role in ensuring that children from diverse communities can participate in our theater programs, which foster not only artistic skills but also confidence, teamwork, and resilience.

Since HITS Theatre is a 501©(3) not-for-profit organization, all amounts above the fair-market value of the auction item you won can be considered a tax-deductible gift. For example, if your winning bid is $150 for an item with a fair market value of $100, $50 can be considered a tax-deductible donation.

AUCTION RULES
By bidding in HITS Theatre’s silent auctions, each bidder agrees to these auction rules.

All sales are final. There will be no exchanges or refunds unless otherwise noted. All items are “as is.” HITS Theatre has attempted to describe and catalog items correctly, but neither warrants nor represents and in no event shall be responsible for the correctness of descriptions, genuineness, authorship, provenance or condition of the items. No statement made in this catalog, or made orally at the auction or elsewhere, shall be deemed such a warranty, representation, or assumption of liability.

The auction item value listed is an estimate of fair market value. Items have not been appraised unless so noted. The amount you pay above this fair market value estimate is normally tax deductible as a charitable contribution. Please consult your tax adviser to clarify amount of deduction.

Restaurant certificates do not include alcohol, tax, or gratuities unless specified.

Payment for items purchased must be made in full within 48 hours. HITS Theatre accepts cash, credit card or a check made payable to HITS Theatre.

Following payments, you may pick up your purchases at HITS Theatre. You must show your paid receipt for items to be picked up.
The purchaser must pick up all items within one (1) week of the auction, unless special arrangements are made. Any item left unclaimed, without prior arrangements, will be sold and proceeds will go to HITS Theatre.
HITS Theatre reserves the right to add or withdraw items, without notice, to or from the auction.

Unless otherwise specified, all auction gift certificates must be used within one year of the date of the auction.

Each person bidding assumes all risks and hazards related to the auction and items obtained at the auction. Each bidder agrees to hold harmless from any liability arising indirectly from HITS Theatre, their elected and appointed officials, members and employees, the auctioneer(s), the auction company and its agents and employees, the event organizers, sponsors, and/or volunteers connected with the auction.

Nestled in the Houston Heights, HITS Theatre empowers youth in grades K-12 through educational theater classes in acting, singing, dancing, and production. For over 40 years, HITS’ compassionate approach engages student creators in professional training to find their passion and raise their unique voice. HITS Theatre is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive safe space using eco-conscious practices, mindful techniques, and fanciful storytelling. We believe this in-depth experience in the performing arts fosters creativity, confidence, and social-emotional learning―on and off stage.