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Philanthropic support accounts
for more than 45% of our budget.
Tax-deductible donations from
patrons allow us to produce the
SUPPORT STAGES! quality theatrical experiences
you’ve come to expect.

HELP US TELL STORIES AND BUILD COMMUNITY

Philanthropic support from our generous community of donors helps BECOME A OF STAGES
Your support helps Stages engage artists, build sets and costumes,
Stages engage artists and technicians, build sets and costumes, hire
hire designers and guest directors, offer education and community
designers and guest directors, offer education and community outreach Make a gift of $100 or more to become a Friend of Stages and start receiving
outreach programs, and so much more including:
programs, and so much more. great donor benefits like special recognition and invitations to exclusive events.
Now, we are facing an unprecedented global challenge that is having MEMBER $100 - $249
A varied, year-round season of theater, including a broad range of
an immediate impact on our artists and our ability to gather together as • Print recognition in the program for every Stages production
artistic experiences, from progressive new works to popular jukebox
a community. Even though our physical theaters are temporarily dark, • Invitation to Stages' annual end-of-season celebration with the artists who make it all possible
musicals.
our purpose remains clear and will be more necessary than ever as our
community regroups and reconnects in the months ahead.
The creation and production of new works that inspire audiences, SUPPORTER $250 - $499
help artists grow, and build Houston’s reputation as a vibrant
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, Stages remains responsive and • Invitation to a special Masterclass event to learn about the creation of live theater
• All of the benefits of Friend level support
world-class theater city.
is adapting programming for the 2020-2021 Season to allow for greater
flexibility, innovative virtual performances and a focus on artist, audience
and staff safety when in-person performances at The Gordy resume. ADVOCATE $500 - $999
A thriving ecosystem in Houston where artists can build sustainable
careers and organizations collaborate and share resources. Stages is • Invitation to join members of the Board of Directors and other Stages supporters
Your gift now will help us employ artists and technicians, invest in at our annual holiday celebration
committed to providing a livable wage for artists and plans at least
• All of the benefits of Supporter level support
new resources for virtual programming, and ensure that we are ready
one co-production with another organization each season.
to welcome you back to The Gordy as soon we’re able to gather PATRON $1,000 - $1,499
together again!
The development of each new generation of artists and technicians • Invitation to an exclusive annual season launch event
through programs like Stages’ Young Artists Conservatory for middle • All of the benefits of Advocate level support
and high school students, ongoing internship programs with local
universities and community colleges, and student matinees that
introduce children to the power of live theater.