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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 |
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| 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
Bridget Byrne
Santa Barbara Management
Vanessa Passini
Gensler
Communications Co-Chairs
Libby Deshaies
Winston & Strawn LLP
Corporate Chair
Shilpa Rupani
Princeton Group Sports Marketing
Events Co-Chairs
Ben Hester
TAG - The Aspen Group
Lauren McGrath
G2
Membership Co-Chairs
Adrienne Pope
Redel Rentals LLC
Kathryn Whalley
Studio Sage
At-Large Members
Ellie Davidson
Fairlife
Peter Hegel
Perkins Coie LLP
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:
- The Dance of Death
Friday, January 30, 2026 - Windfall
Friday, April 10, 2026 - Catch as Catch Can
Friday, June 5, 2026