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Individual Support
We can't do it
without you!
Make an investment today to support our actors, and directors, designers, and production staff so they can continue to produce the finest theatrical productions on our 2 stages. Your dollars help make the magic!
Benefits begin with donations starting at just $1! Refer to the chart below to see the special privileges and invitations that are extended with each additional donation. Donate today and become an important part of The Rep family, today and in the future!
DONOR BENEFITS
Backstage at The Rep ($100-$249)
Tour of the entire Patty & Jay Baker Theater Complex, including shops and backstage of each of 3 theaters.
Magic in the Making-“Behind the Scenes” ($250-$499)
Tour of each Production Shop in action with demonstrations of ‘how the magic is made’.
Magic in the Making -Artistic Experience ($500-$999)
In depth presentation by Properties Director, Jim Guy, who will demonstrate how props make the difference in Rep productions.
Tech Talk ($1000-$1499)
Rep Artistic Director, Mark Clements and the Director of actual play will discuss aspects of the play including selection, casting, design features, and the rehearsal process. You will attend a portion of a Technical Rehearsal with notes and guidance from the Directors.
Pre-Show Opening Night VIP Receptions ($1500-$2499)
Held at the InterContinental Hotel adjacent to Baker
Theater Center, on Opening Nights of a Quadracci Powerhouse production
Page to Stage ($2500-$4999)
Play development discussion with Associate Artistic Director Brent Hazelton who will direct The Whipping Man
Intern Experience ($5000-$9999)
Invitations to attend Intern understudy run-through of play, dinner with Interns, Intern play readings, & Intern Showcase Auditions held in Chicago
Rep Lab ($5000-$9999)
Critically acclaimed Short Play Festival showcasing Rep Artistic Interns
INDIVIDUAL DONOR BENEFITS
Effective May 1, 2013
With thanks and appreciation, The Rep extends the following benefits or our Individual Donors.
AT EACH LEVEL, ENJOY THE BENEFITS OF PRIOR LEVELS AS WELL!
Intern ($1 to $24)
• Our gratitude
Stagehand ($25 to $99)
• Recognition on The Rep’s website
Ensemble ($100 to $249)
• Printed recognition in some Quadracci Powerhouse Theater (QPT) & Stiemke Footlights Playbills & Rep’s Annual Report posted on Rep Website
• Invitation to "Backstage at The Rep"
Supporting Actor ($250 to $499)
• Printed recognition in all QPT & Stiemke Footlights Playbills & Rep’s Annual Report posted on Rep Website
• Invitation to "Magic in the Making - Behind the Scenes"
• Milwaukee Rep Car cling to show your Rep
Support
Principal Actor ($500 to $999)
• Invitation to "Magic in The Making - Artistic Experience"
• Invitation to Season Announcement Reception
Stage Manager ($1,000 to $1,499)
• Invitation to all Tech Talks
Fair Market Value (FMV)
Represents the quantifiable value of the benefit provided. A donor may
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Chose to accept the benefit and the FMV will be subtracted from the tax-deductible portion of your gift, OR
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Decline the benefits with a FMV and receive full tax deductibility of the contribution.
Playwright ($1,500 to $2,499) (FMV = $30)
• Use of Donor’s Lounge in QPT Lobby,
complimentary beverages, snacks, coat check
• Invitations to Pre-Show Opening Night VIP Receptions
Assistant Director ($2,500 to $4,999) (FMV =$30)
• Invitation to "Page to Stage" event for The Whipping Man
• Photo or Playbill signed by the cast from show of your choice
Director ($5,000 to $9,999) (FMV =$75)
• Two (2) Intern Experience Invitations
• Two (2) tickets to Rep Lab
Milwaukee Repertory Theater is a tax-exempt organization as described within Section 501(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Service Code. For federal income tax purposes, the portion of your donation that is tax deductible is limited to the amount in excess of the fair market value (FMV) of the goods and services provided by The Rep to you as a donor. If you would like your gift to be 100% tax deductible by choosing to waive the benefits listed above, please contact, Casey Harding, Development Assistant, at 414.290.0717 or charding@milwaukeerep.com.
Other ways to donate:
Cash Gifts: Your contribution by check or credit card can result in the most immediate tax benefit for you and provide The Rep with funds for current needs.
Stock Gifts: Gifts of stock can serve as a double tax benefit, allowing the donor to deduct the full market value of the securities and avoid capital gains tax on the appreciation. Stock gifts can be made in person, through a broker or through the mail.
Planned Gifts (Limelight Society): Designating a specific amount or a percentage of your estate as a gift to The Rep will have lasting impact on our work and reduce your taxable estate for federal tax purposes. For more information on joining our Limelight Society, contact Marina S. Krejci, Interim Director of Development, at 414-290-5366 or mkrejci@milwaukeerep.com.
Matching Gifts: Many companies offer matching gift programs for employees, enabling your annual gift to The Rep to double, or even triple in amount. Please check with your employer about a matching gift form, mail it to The Rep and watch your contributions grow.
"But I already donate to UPAF…” The United Performing Arts Fund (UPAF) is the largest contributor of funds for the Milwaukee Repertory Theater. Your direct contribution to The Rep, over and above your gift to UPAF, is the second most important revenue source for the theater, and it is deeply appreciated.
For more information on how you can donate to The Rep, contact: Marina S. Krejci, Interim Director of Development, at 414-290-5366 or mkrejci@milwaukeerep.com.