POSSESSED: CURSE OF THE KRESS

This Halloween season, Kress Contemporary becomes haunted ground for an unforgettable night of art, performance, frights, and delights. Possessed: Curse of the Kress is a collaborative fundraiser benefiting Kress Contemporary, Fringe Theatre, Florida Museum of Photographic Arts (FMoPA), and Tempus Projects.

WHAT TO EXPECT:
• Check in at FMoPA, where your ticket includes one glass of Phantom Bubbles and access to FMoPA’s current exhibition, plus a chance to have your spirit captured in a Victorian Ghost Photography booth before ascending to the 2nd floor of Kress Contemporary.

• On Kress Contemporary’s 2nd floor, discover all galleries open with their current programming, some with special activations, giveaways, or surprises.

• DJs will spin thrillingly spooky beats for an all-night Gothic Horror dance party in the Kress Room.

• Fringe Theatre transforms their theatre and the East Annex halls into a Haunted House.

• Activations across the building include Ghost Story Salons, Cursed Karaoke, horror film screenings, and more! Guests can enjoy oracle card readings, a cash bar with eerie elixirs, and sweet and savory bites.

Contact us to discuss sponsorship opportunities:
Tracy Midulla tracy@tempus-projects.com
Mitzi Gordon mitzi@tempus-project.com

EVENT SPONSORSHIP
Your sponsorship contributions are appreciated and will generate the following rewards:

Phantom Patron — $5,000 (1 available)

• Naming rights: “Possessed: Curse of the Kress — presented by [Name]”
• Premier logo placement across print and digital marketing from all four organizations
• 12 VIP entries with reserved lounge seating
• On-stage thanks and optional sponsor remarks

Coven Circle — $3,500 (up to 3)

• Logo on entry signage
• Logo included on event emails, websites, and social posts
• 6 VIP entries with express check-in

Cauldron Crew — $1,000

• Logo on event webpage and select on-site signage
• 4 VIP entries

Moonlit Ally — $500

• Logo on event webpage and group on-site signage
• Logo on each guest's Trick-or-Treat Bingo Card
• 2 VIP entries
• Group social media thank-you

Ghoul Friend — $150

• Name listed on event webpage and group on-site signage
• Name listed on each guest's Trick-or-Treat Bingo Card
• Group social media thank-you
• 2 general admission entries

ABOUT THE PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS

Kress Contemporary is dedicated to cultivating a robust arts community in the heart of Ybor City. Its mission is to provide local, emerging, early-career, and mid-career artists with access to studio space, exhibition opportunities, and engaging events across visual, performing, and literary arts.

Fringe Theatre (Tampa International Fringe Festival) is a platform for performance experimentation that champions inclusive, artist-driven work. It convenes local and touring performers in Ybor City, supporting creative freedom and unconventional storytelling.

Florida Museum of Photographic Arts (FMoPA) exhibits important photographic art as central to contemporary life and culture. Through exhibitions, educational programs, and community outreach, FMoPA inspires and educates across generations, making photography accessible and meaningful.

Tempus Projects nurtures established and emerging artists through exhibitions, collaborations, residencies, and public programming. Its vision is to connect grassroots efforts to an international arts dialogue and advance inclusion, innovation, and equity in the arts.

YOUR IMPACT
Your sponsorship fuels year-round arts access, supports working artists, and sustains Ybor’s cultural vibrancy.

• Kress Contemporary: Providing exhibitions, residencies, and artist studios that anchor Ybor’s creative community.
• Fringe Theatre: Sharing accessible, adventurous performance and community engagement.
• Tempus Projects: Presenting artist-led shows and public programming that nurtures local talent.
• FMoPA: Offering education and exhibitions that advance photographic arts for all ages.