Barter Theatre

B arter Theatre relies on the generosity of individuals, corporations, and foundations to support our exceptional artistic productions and educational and outreach effort. Ticket sales and other production fees account for almost two-thirds of Barter’s revenues, with vital donations making the difference. Nearly ninety-five cents of every dollar raised goes directly to Barter Programming. Please help us continue our legacy of artistic excellence!

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Artistic Excellence B arter Theatre continues to develop talent and new works through its Young Playwrights Festival which engages high school students, College Playwrights Festival, and Appalachian Festival of Plays and Playwrights which celebrates the region’s culture.

D esignated the State Theatre of Virginia in 1946, Barter Theatre is the oldest year-round full-time professional repertory theatre in the nation. Each year, Barter Theatre presents over 20 productions; employs over 300 full- time, part-time, seasonal, and freelance personnel; and has a total economic impact of over $34 million on the region’s economy. The State Theatre of Virginia

Barter’s Legacy T he concept of exchanging “Ham for Hamlet” was an overnight success and Barter Theatre established a reputation for providing performances of the highest artistic quality. Today, at least three performances a year celebrate Barter’s heritage by accepting donations of canned goods as the price of admission, with over 5,000 pounds donated annually to an area food bank.

Ned Beatty

Frances Fisher

Hume Cronyn

Patricia Neal

Gregory Peck

Elizabeth Wilson

Ernest Borgnine

Barter’s rich history toward developing talent and artistry has truly resulted in a unique training ground for actors.

Access to the Arts A s the only regional theatre located outside of a major urban metropolitan area, Barter Theatre is committed to making its productions accessible for everyone. Our student matinee program offers economically disadvantaged children free admission to performances and the first performance of every production is “pay as you can.”

Inclusion

I n an effort to be more inclusive, Barter offers special sensory performances of Barter Player productions, open captioning at select performances, and provides hearing assistance for all patrons.

Behind the Scenes B arter’s on-stage quality begins with the talent of its production staff working outside the performance venue weeks or months in advance of opening night. Interesting fact, for every one actor on stage, eight to ten talented people are required behind the scenes.

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Curtain Raiser ($50-$99) • listing in the souvenir program • biannual donor e-newsletter • window decal • Barter Theatre wall calendar Curtain Raiser ($50-$99) • listing in the souvenir program • biannual donor e-newsletter • window decal • Barter Theatre wall calendar Curtain Raiser ($50-$99) • listing in the souvenir program • biannual donor e-newsletter window decal Barter Theatre wall calendar Player ($100-$249) • behind the scenes tour Understudy ($250-$499) • invitation to Theatre Thursdays, a luncheon & discussion series giving you an insider’s view of Barter Theatre • invitation to the 2020 season preview vent Supporting Role ($500-$1,199) • unlimited use of 15% discount for Barter’s Gift Shop & concessions (non-alcohol) Scene Stealer ($1,200-$1,749) • invitation to watch the set being changed between performances • a production mini-poster signed by the cast Player ($100-$249) • behind the scenes tour Player ($100-$249) • behind the scenes tour Understudy ($250-$499) • invitation to Theatre Thursdays, a luncheon & discussion series giving you an insider’s view of Barter Theatre • invitation to the 2020 season preview event Supporting Role ($500-$1,199) • unlimited use of 15% discount for Barter’s Gift Shop & concessions (non-alcohol) Scene Stealer ($1,200-$1,749) • invitation to watch the set being changed between performances • a production mini-poster signed by the cast Understudy ($250-$499) • invitation to Theatre Thursdays, a luncheon & discussion erie giving yo an insider’s view f Ba ter Theatre • invitation to the 2020 season preview event Supporting Role ($500-$1,199) • unlimited use of 15% discount for Barter’s Gift Shop & concession (non-alcohol) Scene Stealer ($1,200-$1,749) • invitation to watch the set being changed betwee performanc s • a production mini-poster signed by the cast

Leading Role ($1,750-$2,499) • invitations for two complimentary seats at each opening performance at Barter Theatre’s Gilliam Stage and Stage II, including galas Stage Manager ($2,500-$4,999) • VIP parking • invitation to a dress rehearsal Director ($5,000-$9,999) • access to a VIP hotline for reservations • VIP Will-Call for tickets & intermission concessions • follow the creation of a production from start to finish Producer ($10,000+) • usher concierge service at performances • invitations to company parties • additional customized benefits available upon request Leading Role ($1,750-$2,499) • invitations for two complimentary seats at each opening performance at Barter Theatre’s Gilliam Stage and Stage II, including galas Stage Manager ($2,5 0-$4,999) • VIP parking • invitation to a dress rehearsal Director ($5,000-$9,999) • access to a VIP hotline for reservations • VIP Will-Call for tickets & intermission concessions • follow the creation of a production from start to finish Producer ($10,000+) • usher concierge service at performances • invitations to company parties • additional customized benefits available upon request including galas Leading Role ($1,750-$2,499) • invitations for two complimentary seats at each opening performance at Barter The re’s Gilliam Stage and Stage II, including galas Stage Manager ($2,500-$4,999) • VIP parking • invitation to a dress rehearsal Director ($5,000-$9,999) • access to a VIP hotline for reservations • VIP Will-Call for tickets & intermission concessions • follow the creation f a production from start to finish Producer ($10,000+) • usher concierge service at performances • invitations to company parties • additional custo ized benefits available upon request Leading Role ($1,750-$2,499) • invitations for two complimentary se ts t each opening performance at Barter Theatre’s Gilliam Stage and Stage II, including galas Stage Manager ($2,500-$4,999) • VIP parking • invitation to a dress rehearsal Director ($5,000-$9,999) • access to a VIP hotline for reservations • VIP Will-C ll for tickets & intermissi concessions • follow the creation of a production from start to finish Producer ($10,000+) • usher concierge service at performances • invitations to company parties additional customized benefit available upon request Director ($420 Monthly) Producer ($834 Monthly)

Curtain Raiser ($50-$99) • listing in the souvenir program • biannual donor e-newsletter • window decal • Barter Theatre wall calendar

Player ($100-$249) • behind the scenes tour

Understudy ($250-$499) • invitation to Theatre Thursdays, a luncheon & discussion series giving you an insider’s view of Barter Theatre • invitation to the2020 season preview event Supporting Role ($500-$1,199) • unlimited use of15% discount forBarter’s GiftShop& concessions (non-alcohol) Scene Stealer ($1,200-$1,749) • invitation to watch the set being changed between performances • a production mini-poster signed by the cast

concessions

start to finish

Each donor level includes the benefits of all lower levels.

Leading Role ($145 Monthly) Stage Manager ($210 Monthly) New! Become a Monthly Recurring Donor with a 12-Month Minimum Pledge Curtain Raiser ($5 Monthly) Player ($10 Monthly) Understudy ($25 Monthly)

upon request

Supporting Role ($45 Monthly) Scene Stealer ($100 Monthly)

Each donor level includes the benefits of all lower levels. Each donor level includes the benefits of all lower levels. Each donor level includes the benefits of all lo er levels. Ne ! Beco e a onthly Recurring Donor ith a 12- onth ini u Pledge Curtain Raiser ($5 onthly) Player ($10 onthly) Understudy ($25 onthly) Leading Role ($145 Monthly) Stage Manager ($210 Monthly) New! Become a Monthly Recurring Donor with a 12-Month Minimum Pledge Curtain Raiser ($5 Monthly) Player ($10 Monthly) Understudy ($25 Monthly) Leading Role ($145 Monthly) Stage Manager ($210 Monthly) Director ($420 Monthly) Producer ($834 Monthly) New! Become a Monthly Recurring Donor with a 12-Month Minimum Pledge Curtain Raiser ($5 Monthly) Player ($10 Monthly) Understudy ($25 Monthly) Leading Role ($145 Monthly) Stage Manager ($210 Monthly) Director ($420 onthly) Producer ($834 onthly)

Director ($420 Monthly) Producer ($834 Monthly)

Supporting Role ($45 Monthly) Scene Stealer ($100 Monthly) Supporting Role ($45 Monthly) Scene Stealer ($100 Monthly) Suppor ing Role ($45 onthly) cene Stealer ($100 Monthly)

See the enclosed card for information on how to donate!