Donor Circle Benefits

The Papp Circle

Named for Joseph Papp, founder of The Shakespeare Workshop in 1954, which eventually became New York’s Public Theatre and Shakespeare in the Park, the Papp Circle recognizes individuals, organizations, and corporations who sustain the Piedmont Shakespeare Company with financial gifts of over $5,000. Papp Circle members enjoy Name on website and digital program; 2 invitations to first read-through; 6 reserved seats (Bard’s Seats) to one performance; thanked in curtain speech for one county; sponsorship credit on audience hand fan.

The Guthrie Circle

Named for Sir Tyrone Guthrie, founder of the Guthrie Theatre in Minnesota, the Guthrie Circle recognizes individuals, organizations, and corporations who have partnered with Piedmont Shakespeare in gifts ranging from $1,000-4,999. Guthrie Circle members enjoy their name on the website and digital program, 2 invitations to the first read-through, and 2 reserved seats (Bard’s Seats) to one performance.

The Bradac Circle

Named for Tom Bradac, founder and artistic director of Shakespeare Orange County and the Grove Shakespeare Festival, the Bradac Circle recognizes individuals, organizations, and corporations who have partnered with Piedmont Shakespeare in gifts ranging from $250-1000. Bradac Circle members enjoy their name on the website and digital program; 2 invitations to first read-through.

The Basil Circle

Named for John Basil, artistic director of the American Globe Theatre, the Basil Circle recognizes individuals, organizations, and corporations who have partnered with Piedmont Shakespeare in gifts ranging from $10-249. Basil Circle members enjoy their name on the website and digital program.