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Take the Next Step with Forward Theater Company In the future, Forward Theater Company would like to expand its reach –- perform for ever increasing audiences, provide classes for aspiring actors, and produce works in collaboration with the University of Wisconsin, the Wisconsin Wrights New Play Development Project, and other professional theaters in southern Wisconsin. We will also find new ways to utilize and support members of the “creative class” that makes Madison such a vibrant place to live and work.
Great Art Needs Good Management
Forward Theater has a unique organizational structure – it relies equally on a board of directors, professional staff, and an advisory company of artists to guide the company. These three entities work closely together to set artistic, financial, and professional goals, and then attain them.
We have been humbled by the outpouring of support we’ve received from the community – from individuals, foundations, corporations, and the media. As stewards of these resources and the goodwill of our donors, we pledge to make careful choices to advance the mission of the company and grow in a fiscally responsible way.
Help Us Move Forward
Forward Theater Company is a non-profit, 501c3 organization. Ticket sales cover less than half of our budget annually. Your tax-deductible contribution will allow Forward Theater Company to grow, adding to the cultural fabric of our community and providing exceptional performances to audiences throughout southern Wisconsin.
Donor Levels
Friend ($25-$99)
- Recognition in the performance programs for the 2011-2012 season
- Subscription to member e-newsletter
- Discount offers on tickets to selected shows
Patron ($100-$249)
All of the above, plus
- Preferred handling of subscription and individual ticket orders
- Invitation to the first rehearsal of a Forward Theater Company production
Benefactor ($250-$499)
All of the above, plus
- VIP behind-the-scenes tour of a Forward Theater Company production
****Founder’s Circle****
$500-$999
All of the above, plus
- Invitations to special events
- Special sneak peak of each production, including discussion with the director and members of the creative team
$1,000-$2,499
All of the above, plus
- A season poster, signed by members of the company
- Invitation for two to a special Founder’s Circle dinner and performance hosted by the board of directors
Sponsorships
Associate Sponsor ($2,500-$4,999)
- Sponsor name listed on all promotional material for the production, including press releases, radio and television PSAs, posters, print ads, and season brochure (schedule permitting)
- Sponsor name/logo on the title page of the performance program and Forward Theater web page promoting the production
- Free half-page ad in the program for sponsored performance
Premium Sponsor ($5,000-up)
All of the above, plus:
- Verbal recognition from the stage prior to each performance
- Free full page ad in the program for sponsored performance
- 10 tickets to opening night and post performance reception
- Discounts on additional blocks of tickets
Season Sponsor ($10,000 – up)
All of the above for every production in the season, plus:
- Sponsor name printed on all performance tickets
- Free full page ad in the program for entire season
- 20 tickets to opening night and post performance reception for each show
- Recognition at all other FTC events
- Other benefits, to be mutually agreed upon, specifically tailored to your company
