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At Chicago Shakespeare, we believe theater is a shared human experience that is transformative and irreplaceable. The University College London conducted a scientific study, finding that individuals in a theater audience began to respond in unison through their heart beats, their pulses slowing down and speeding up at the same rate. Synchronized heart beats. We are a daily witness to that genuine human connection experienced through live theater that propels us to gather in community and with your support, we can bring the magic of live theater to audience members of all ages for years to come. When you make a gift to Chicago Shakespeare, you fuel fresh perspectives on Shakespeare, support new work, engage students and teachers through renowned education programs, and so much more!

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From the steps of Navy Pier to the lights of Broadway, Chicago Shakespeare Theater continues to make its mark as a pillar of Chicago’s world-renowned theater community. Enhance your engagement beyond your ticket and a variety of donor benefits. With your support, our future is bright.

Supporter

$75-149

Associate

$150-249

Friend

$250-349

Colleague

$500–$999

E-newsletter with updates on events, tickets, and CST programming

Invitation to Season Preview event

Pre-Sale access to tickets

Website recognition for one year

Program recognition for one year

Invitation to an event with one of Chicago Shakespeare’s renowned scholars

Access to discounted ticket offers

Invitation to behind-the-scenes event with artists

No-fee ticket purchases and exchanges

One signed poster from a CST production (upon request)

Supporter $75-149

Associate $150-249

Friend $250-349

Colleague $500–$999

By making a leadership gift of $1,000 or more, you become a member of the Bard Circle—directly supporting our extraordinary art-making and work throughout our community. In addition to receiving all benefits given to previous levels, membership in the Bard Circle provides you with personal ticketing service and access to exclusive content and events throughout the year.

Bard Circle Partner

$1,000–$2,499

Bard Circle Patron

$2,500–$4,999

Bard Circle Fellow

$5,000–$9,999

Bard Circle Ambassador

$10,000-$24,999

Shakespeare Society

$25,000+

Access to Donor Concierge line

Complimentary drinks at performances

Invitation to behind-the-scenes events with artists

Invitation to opening night performance(s)

Access to additional exclusive content and events

Opportunity to bring a friend to a performance or event and share the magic of live theater

Invitation to special opening night receptions

Lobby Recognition for one year

Invitation to visiting international productions

Access to CST facilities for personal events

Exclusive events with CST leadership

Opportunity to sponsor a production

Bard Circle Partner $1,000–$2,499

Bard Circle Patron $2,500–$4,999

Bard Circle Fellow $5,000–$9,999

Bard Circle Ambassador $10,000-$24,999

Shakespeare Society $25,000+

Your Support

Donor Recognition

Chicago Shakespeare Theater gratefully recognizes the gifts and partnerships provided by our hundreds of individual donors and institutions in our digital donor listing.

Corporate Sponsorship

Taking part in CST’s Corporate Partner Program offers an opportunity for increased visibility with audiences attending our robust and exciting 2024/25 Season.

Individual Sponsorship

This is a wonderful way to directly support the work on our stages while experiencing special artist and other VIP opportunities throughout the season.

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Your Support

Donor Recognition

Corporate Sponsorship

Individual Sponsorship