An Evening for Elise

By VOICE-TRIBUNE 

On Saturday, August 9th, the lights at Actors Theatre of Louisville will glow a little brighter as the community gathers to celebrate the life, talent, and spirit of Elise Wobbe. Titled An Evening for Elise, this special event is a tribute to a gifted young performer whose love for musical theatre continues to uplift and inspire others. 

Elise Wobbe was a talented artist, a proud alumna of the Youth Performing Arts School (YPAS), and a dedicated musical theatre student at Syracuse University. She was known not only for her passion and poise on stage, but also for her generosity and encouragement. Elise had a remarkable way of making others feel seen, heard, and supported. 

To honor her memory and continue the work she believed in, the Elise Wobbe Scholarship was established. Awarded annually to a graduating YPAS senior planning to study musical theatre in college, the scholarship honors Elise’s commitment to lifting others up. Each recipient becomes a torchbearer of her vision: to share art bravely and to support fellow artists with compassion and care. 

An Evening for Elise will begin at 6:00 PM with cocktails, and the evening will feature a lineup of performances in the Pamela Brown Auditorium by artists and organizations who were touched by Elise’s life and legacy. 

Among the evening’s highlights will be a special performance by Carter Hadley, the inaugural recipient of the Elise Wobbe Scholarship for 2025. Carter, who is heading to NYU this fall to study musical theatre, exemplifies the very spirit that Elise brought into every room: genuine talent, vibrant energy, and a wholehearted commitment to the craft. He will honor Elise through a vocal performance and a tap number, a reminder of the ripple effect her life continues to have on young artists. 

Organizers encourage all (whether friends of Elise, supporters of the arts, or simply those who believe in the importance of nurturing talent) to attend. The event is open to the public, and all proceeds directly benefit the Elise Wobbe Scholarship, ensuring that future generations of performers have the opportunity to pursue their dreams with the same passion Elise carried. 

An Evening for Elise invites guests to pause, connect, and celebrate the beauty of a life lived with heart. Through music, dance, and shared memories, Elise’s light will continue to shine on stage, in classrooms, and in the lives of every artist her legacy touches. 

To support the scholarship or reserve tickets, visit the official event page online. Together, the community can ensure Elise’s story continues to inspire, not just for one evening, but for years to come.