Friends of The Badgett invites you to play a lasting role in preserving and enhancing one of the lake area’s most treasured entertainment venues, The Badgett. Friendship Levels range from $25 to $5,000+.
A one-time Friendship Donation of $1,500 or more offers a unique opportunity to leave your mark—literally—by being recognized with a personalized tile displayed in The Badgett lobby. This lasting tribute celebrates your commitment to the arts and welcomes thousands of guests each season who come to experience unforgettable performances in the heart of Western Kentucky. Your generosity directly supports vital capital improvements that keep The Badgett performing at its very best. Contributions help fund upgraded lighting, enhanced visual and audio systems, and essential structural improvements that ensure comfort, safety, and a first-class audience experience. With your support, The Badgett will continue to grow as a premier destination for live entertainment in the Western Kentucky Lakes Area, bringing music, laughter, and community together for years to come.
Badgett Friends
- Mike & Donna Johnson
- Vida D. Gary
- John & Beverly Blackburn
- Jack Fares
- Bill & Machelle Gary
- Mark & Gaylon Hayden
- Kurt & Sandy Sutterer
Current Projects
Thanks to the kindness & generosity of our Friends of The Badgett, the current project(s) are in process.
- Bench seating on the front Patio area so guests will have a place to sit, enjoy friends, or a cocktail, before or during the show.
- Upgraded Stage Lighting with moving and effects lights.
Interested in becoming a Friend of The Badgett?
To become a Friend of The Badgett, you can complete your friendship gift by credit card online from the button below or print the Friendship Packet and mail your gift by check.