DIRECTORS CIRCLE

Play a leading role in the artistic future of one of the most acclaimed theater companies in the world by joining Steppenwolf's Directors Circle!

As a member of the Directors Circle, you provide the annual support needed to sustain Steppenwolf's artistic endeavors, ensuring that each season features the most innovative artists working in American theater. In appreciation, Directors Circle members receive customized benefits designed to enhance the Steppenwolf experience.

Starting at the $1,500 membership level, members enjoy exclusive benefits, including:

Two complimentary Steppenwolf subscriptions
Invitations to exclusive events with the artists of Steppenwolf
Personalized concierge ticket services

With each increased donation level, there are additional benefits designed to offer you a deeper look into the life of a Steppenwolf production. For more information, please contact Latoya James, Individual Giving Manager, at (312) 654-5672 or ljames@steppenwolf.org.

Directors Circle Levels and Benefits

BENEFACTOR $1,500 – 2,499

Two complimentary subscriptions and personalized concierge ticket services
Private member events with the Steppenwolf ensemble
Your choice of one poster signed by the cast from the Steppenwolf season
Recognition in the Steppenwolf program and on the Donor Wall in the Downstairs Theatre lobby

SUSTAINER $2,500 – 4,999
All of the above, plus:

Two complimentary subscriptions which may be used for Steppenwolf's opening night seriesand includes a post-show party with the cast
Invitation to one pre-performance opening night dinner with Steppenwolf artists and trustees
Priority bar service at intermission and the opportunity to reserve a private table

PATRON $5,000 – 9,999
All of the above, plus:

Invitation to all pre-show opening night dinners, including complimentary valet parking
Concierge service for Broadway and regional theaters

GRAND PATRON $10,000+
All of the above, plus:

Invitation to dinner with the Artistic Director and Executive Director
Viewing of a rehearsal for one Steppenwolf production
Opportunity to join a consortium of individuals in sponsoring one Steppenwolf production†

* Your contribution is tax-deductible, less the fair market value of the benefits provided. If you choose not to receive any benefits in return for your gift, your donation is fully tax-deductible.

† Individual Production Sponsorships allow the donor to support a specific play during the Steppenwolf season. The benefits of this level of support include opportunities to go behind the scenes during the rehearsal process and special entertaining opportunities at the theater. Please contact Brooke Walters, Director of Major Gifts, at 312-654-5601 or bwalters@steppenwolf.org for more information.

Directors Circle 2009-2010 Calendar of Events

Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Reception with the director and cast of American Buffalo

Thursday, March 11, 2010
Private dinner with members of the cast of Endgame

Tuesday, June 29, 2010
Opportunity to view a technical rehearsal of A Parallelogram