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Associates enjoy an enhanced theatre experience, including special access to Steppenwolf programming. Your gift made through the Associates goes directly towards Steppenwolf Education and Engagement programs, providing meaningful arts experiences to nearly 15,000 students, teachers, and families across Chicago.
Become a Member
To become a Steppenwolf Associates member, click the button below and fill out the online membership form or email associates@steppenwolf.org.
Membership Benefits
| BENEFITS | MEMBERSHIP $150-499 | MEMBERSHIP PLUS $500-1,199 | NEXT GEN PHILANTHROPIST $1,200+ |
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| Access to Associate tickets ($30 each, up to 6 per show) |
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| Discounted tickets to Steppenwolf's Annual Gala ($750) |
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| Early access to Visiting Artist presentations |
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| Access to Associate networking events |
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| 10% discount on Steppenwolf Merch |
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| Poster of your choice from the current season (upon request) |
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| Invitation to Student Matinee and Breakfast receptions |
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| Invitation for two to Front Row Event |
1 Event | 3 Events (All) | |
| Complimentary Membership |
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Classic Membership |
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| Complimentary round of drinks at your ticketed performance |
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| Invitation for two to our summer Opening Night performance |
Associates Board Members
The Steppenwolf Associates Board members are elected by their peers and lead the group by putting together events, leading fundraising efforts, and working with the theatre to ensure the Associates are connected to the exciting work happening at Steppenwolf. Click 'Details' to learn more and view Associate Board Members below.
Co-Presidents |
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| Bridget Byrne | Santa Barbara Management | |
| Vanessa Passini | Gensler | |
Communications Co-Chairs |
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| Libby Deshaies | Winston & Strawn LLP | |
Corporate Chair |
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| Shilpa Rupani | Princeton Group Sports Marketing | |
Events Co-Chairs |
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| Ben Hester | TAG - The Aspen Group | |
| Lauren McGrath | G2 | |
Membership Co-Chairs |
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| Adrienne Pope | Redel Rentals LLC | |
| Kathryn Whalley | Studio Sage | |
Immediate Past President |
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| Peter Hegel | Perkins Coie LLP | |
At-Large Members |
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| Ellie Davidson | Fairlife | |
| Halley C. Hoffman | University of Chicago | |
| Elizabeth Ingram | Coalition, Inc. | |
| Hana Levin | Qualtrics | |
| Julia Luscombe | Feeding America | |
| Stephanie Schwartz | Ashfield Events Experience | |
| Elyssa Westby | Ropes & Gray LLP | |
| Harriet White | The Philadelphia Inquirer | |
| Tiade Williams | Accenture | |
| Adam Zaucha | Telma Retarder Inc | |
Follow Us On Social Media
Learn more about the Associates and ways to get engaged by following us on social media.
FACEBOOK: @SteppenwolfAssociates
INSTAGRAM: @steppenwolf_ac
Theatre Nights
Theatre Nights are private, pre-show receptions that provide Associates & their guests with an inside look into the upcoming production, featuring exclusive conversation with Steppenwolf artists!
2025/26 Theatre Night Dates:
- Windfall
Friday, April 10, 2026 - Catch as Catch Can
Friday, June 5, 2026