Event Sponsorship Opportunities

2013 Auction & Gala Annual Fundraising Event May 11, 2013 Fairmont Olympic Hotel, Seattle

About Village Theatre Founded in 1979, Village Theatre is the second largest theatre in the Pacific Northwest with over 18,000 subscribers and over 200,000 audience members annually. As a professional, non-profit theatre company, Village Theatre has three main programs:

MAINSTAGE PRODUCTIONS at our theatres in Everett and Issaquah produce five shows per year with at least one world premiere of a new musical developed by our Village Originals program.

VILLAGE ORIGINALS a nationally-recognized program that has contributed to the development of over 100 new musicals many which have gone on to be produced on and off Broadway. Village Theatre’s productions of Iron Curtain, Stunt Girl, Once Upon A Time In New Jersey, Signs of Life, Eleanor, The Ark, and The Tutor have received productions, readings and workshops in New York City theatres. Awards: Million Dollar Quartet, Nominated for three 2010 Tony Awards. Winner of 2010 Best Featured Actor Tony Award. Next to Normal, Nominated for eleven 2009 Tony Awards. Winner of three. Awarded the 2010 Pulitzer Prize for Drama.

YOUTH EDUCATION PROGRAMS including KIDSTAGE, Institute and Pied Piper serving more than 63,000 young people and their families annually regardless of ability to pay. It takes a Village—Thank you for your support of Village Theatre. (A 501 (c) (3))non-profit) For more information, please contact: Whitney Lewis, Special Events Manager (425) 392-1942 x 151 or [email protected]

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On the Town with Village Theatre Annual Auction & Gala Saturday May 11, 2013 Black-tie optional attire. The Fairmont Olympic Hotel, downtown Seattle.

The Event Held at the Fairmont Olympic Hotel in Seattle, On the Town with Village Theatre is a glamorous evening of exciting silent and live auctions, an exclusive, live musical performance featuring the stars of Mainstage and stars-to-be of Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE programs, gourmet food and exquisite wine.

What is the cost and where do the event proceeds go? Ticket prices start at $250 per guest. Sponsorships start at $3,500 for a table of ten (10) guests. With one of the lowest overhead costs of nonprofit organizations, over 88% of each dollar raised goes directly to our programs. All proceeds from 2013’s Auction & Gala Raise the Paddle will benefit Village Theatre’s Youth Education, Community Outreach and Scholarship programs reaching over 63,000 young people!

Attendee Profile This year’s attendance will bring together 330 of Village Theatre’s top donors, board members, community leaders, and corporate executives to fill the Spanish Ballroom for a fantastic evening of fun and fundraising. Our patrons represent a desirable demographic: 30% have an average household income of $150,000 or more. Your sponsorship will allow you to directly access a dynamic group of men and women who are: Discerning consumers that whenever possible, give their business to those that support charitable efforts within their communities Professional leaders, ages 35-60 with significant discretionary income Active in their communities through both philanthropic and volunteer contributions Residents of Seattle/King County, the Eastside and Snohomish County

Goals of the Auction Raise $330,000 to support our growing Youth Education and Community Outreach programs. Highlight the contributions of our corporate sponsors and celebrate the important role of corporate philanthropy in our community. Provide current donors and supporters with an update on our exciting program expansions.

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Auction & Gala 2013: Focus on Youth Education Village Theatre’s extensive and acclaimed Youth Education programs serve more than 63,000 young people annually. Our programs spring from the belief that a lifetime of theatre going and an enduring appreciation for the art of live theatre must begin with fulfilling experiences in formative years.

KIDSTAGE offers a holistic approach to arts education. Professional theatre training and hands-on experiences provide both unparalleled exposure to the art and craft of theatre, and invaluable opportunities for the development of social and life skills.

CLASSES & CAMPS Village Theatre offers performance and technical theatre training, and classes, camps and productions for ages 3-20. KIDSTAGE programs serve over 2,200 students each year. Classes and camps teach creativity and responsibility, encourage teamwork and personal integrity, and improve self-esteem and appreciation for live theatre. Institute dance class

KIDSTAGE Summer Camp

YOUTH PRODUCTIONS

2012 KIDSTAGE production of Godspell

KIDSTAGE production programs strive for the highest educational experience possible. Rehearsals are handled with skill and patience and designed to educate participants about the professional approach to producing theatre. Students participate in all areas of KIDSTAGE productions: on stage, behind-the-scenes roles, orchestral performance, and often in artistic leadership positions.

Stage management intern calling a show

PIED PIPER

“Brings Literature to Life” to over 30,000 children and their families in the greater Puget Sound area by hosting renowned theatre, dance, and music companies for public and school performances. Over 3,000 students each year receive scholarship tickets and 4,000 receive free, in-school educational workshops.

YOUTH EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIPS Village Theatre’s Youth Education Program recognizes the importance of theatre arts education and the need to provide access for ALL children, regardless of their family’s ability to pay. Arts education truly sharpens the intellect and enhances emotional development. Village Theatre strongly believes that an introduction to the performing arts is an essential part of the social and cultural development of young people.

COMMUNITY OUTREACH: COCOON HOUSE, ECHO GLEN & VILLAGE THEATRE In August of 2011, Village Theatre began a program for Cocoon House teen residents in long-term transitional housing. Cocoon House identified the need to help their teens develop skills in communication, collaboration, creativity, healthy risk taking and public speaking….all strengths that involvement in a theatre program develop. As of summer 2012, Village Theatre has begun to replicate the Cocoon House program with the incarcerated teens at Echo Glen School, which is part of the Issaquah School District.

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Links to website on Village Theatre’s web page

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Logo on Bid sheets and inside and/or back cover of Catalog

Exclusive sponsorship and bid card recognition of specified portion of Gala (i.e. silent, live, auctioneer, wine auction, etc.)

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Industry Exclusivity

Executive Suite at The Fairmont for night of Gala

Wild Card Benefit: Let us know how we can make being a sponsor most beneficial to you!

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8 Tickets & dinner at Fins

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2 Tables

$25,000

Presenting Partner

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6 Tickets

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1 Table

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Directing Partner

Use of Village Theatre Space for company events

Wine host at your table for night of the Gala

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4 Tickets

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Sponsor Spotlight in Village Voices Newsletter (circulation 20,000 Seattle, Eastside, Snohomish County)

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1 Table

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Tickets to Season Finale Mainstage Production in Issaquah or Everett

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Recognition in all published materials (Invitations, Event Programs, Press Releases & Website) x

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Signage recognition in the Spanish Foyer

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On-Stage recognition (Logo & multiple mentions by auctioneer)

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Recognition plaque in theatre lobby for 1 Year

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Priority seating for Live Auction

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1 Table

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Producing Partner

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Full page sponsor recognition in event catalog

Table(s) for ten (10) guests at Gala

Sponsorship Levels & Benefits

Auction & Gala

2013 Village Theatre

Champagne reception and backstage tour of Season Finale Mainstage Production in Issaquah or Everett

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