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Donor events 2010/11
Enrich your Berkeley Rep experience at special events throughout the season! As a supporter of the Theatre, you receive invitations to a number of events, based on your level of giving. From the Opening Night pre-curtain dinners to the Unscripted Happy Hours, you will have the opportunity to meet other friends of the Theatre and experience the behind-the-scenes making of a theatrical production at Berkeley Rep.
Opening Night pre-curtain dinners and performances
(for contributors of $1,500 and above)
Donor Circle members are invited to celebrate the opening of each show at a special pre-show dinner, in the company of Berkeley Rep artistic staff and special guests from the production followed by the opening performance.
- TBA—Compulsion
- Friday, October 22, 2010—The Great Game: Afghanistan
- Thursday, December 2, 2010—The Compser is Dead
- Sunday, January 23, 2011—The Agony and the Ecstasy of Steve Jobs
- Wednesday, March 2, 2011—Ruined
- Wednesday, April 13, 2011—The Three Sisters
- Wednesday, May 18, 2011—A new show for Rita Moreno
Can’t attend opening night? Donor Circle members may exchange or purchase VIP “house seats” located in the front center section for other performances during the season. Call 510 647–2901 for reservations. Seats are subject to availability.
Special thanks to our in-kind sponsors: Bistro Liaison, Hotel Shattuck Plaza’s FIVE, Revival Bar & Kitchen, Raymond Vineyards and Solstice Press.
On the Town
(for contributors of $500 and above)
Berkeley Rep takes you On the Town to see the best theatrical productions, dance performances and concerts throughout the Bay Area. You’ll enjoy premium seating, special receptions and the company of your fellow Berkeley Rep supporters.
• Please check back for 2010/11 Season dates.
Unscripted Happy Hours
(for contributors of $250 and above)
Unscripted connects you with members of our artistic and production staff over happy hour at the Hotel Shattuck Plaza’s restaurant, FIVE. As we toast the close to another week you’ll learn about their creative contributions to the current Berkeley Rep production.
• Friday, December 10, 2010 / 5:30–7pm—Props & Production Management’s The Composer is Dead
• Friday, March 11, 2011 / 5:30–7pm—Sets & Costumes’ Ruined
• Friday, June 11, 2011 / 5:30–7pm—Sound & Stage Management’s A new show for Rita Moreno
Special thanks to our in-kind sponsors: Hotel Shattuck Plaza’s FIVE and Raymond Vineyards.
Backstage tours
(for contributors of $75 and above)
Donors are invited on exclusive backstage tours of the Thrust Stage and Roda Theatre. The morning kicks off with a scrumptious continental breakfast prepared by Venus Restaurant followed by a behind-the-scenes tour of the costume shop, the pit, the control booths, the props shop and catwalks!
• Saturday, September 25, 2010 / 9:30am, 10am, 10:30am
• Saturday, February 5, 2011 / 9:30am, 10am, 10:30am
• Saturday, June 18, 2011 / 9:30am, 10am, 10:30am
Special thanks to our in-kind sponsors: Peet’s Coffee & Tea and Venus Restaurant.
Page to Stage
(for contributors of $75 and above)
Page to Stage is a special discussion forum with eminent theatre artists currently collaborating with Berkeley Rep. These engaging discussions are open to the public. We reserve premium seating and invite you to an exclusive post-talk reception with the featured luminary.
• Please check back for 2010/11 Season dates.
Special thanks to our in-kind sponsors: Left Coast Catering, Peet’s Coffee & Tea and Raymond Vineyards.
also be sure to join us for our 2011 annual gala
Onstage! A deliciously theatrical benefit for Berkeley Rep: April 23, 2011
Mark your calendar now for these upcoming events. They guarantee to fill quickly, so R.S.V.P. as soon as you receive your invitation!
For more information about our 2010/11 Season events, please contact Margo Chilless, Special Events Manager, at 510 647–2909 or e-mail mchilless@berkeleyrep.org. All event dates are subject to change.
about your invitations
All event invitations (excluding Opening Night) are being sent by e-mail this season. Call 510 647–2909 or write mchilless@berkeleyrep.org to provide us with your preferred e-mail address.