Support the Public
Since the days of Joseph Papp, a distinct group of individuals have partnered with us to help produce The Public's diverse array of productions and programs. Since over 75% of the annual budget comes from the generosity of our donors, your support helps ensure the development and expansion of The Public's unique, challenging productions, educational initiatives, and free and reduced cost programming.
Public Theater Partners Program
Support The Public Theater by becoming a Public Theater Partner. As a Partner, you will help ensure the development and expansion of our educational outreach programming, free and low-cost ticketing initiatives, and Shakespeare in the Park. In thanks for your gift, you will receive priority seating for Shakespeare in the Park, complimentary tickets throughout the season, and invitations to special events.
Young Partners
Our Young Partners are a dynamic group of New Yorkers in their 20s and 30s who share a passion for The Public Theater’s mission to make great art accessible to all. By supporting The Public Theater as a Young Partner, you will be invited to parties, plays, discussions and performances with up-and-coming actors, writers, directors, musicians, artists, and art-lovers alike.
Public Theater Fellows Program
By joining our Fellows Program, you will receive a number of exciting benefits throughout the upcoming year, including advance access to sold-out shows and reserved seats to Shakespeare in the Park.
Support The Public
The Public Theater is grateful for the ongoing support of a dedicated group of individuals, corporations, foundations and government partners whose contributions account for almost 75% of our annual budget. That support enables us to realize programming, nurture artists and provide greater access to the arts through free and low-cost ticketing initiatives.
Delacorte Investor Program
Join us for the 2013 season of Shakespeare in the Park and experience another year of incredible performances of at the Delacorte Theater in Central Park. By joining the Delacorte Investor Program, corporate partners receive premium theater seats and have the opportunity to host backstage pre-performance dinners, cocktail receptions, or pre-show picnics.