BECOME A MEMBER TODAY!
Membership is the foundation of all that Tibbits does. Ticket sales generally cover the cost of events, but rarely cover the costs of maintaining the opera house.
YOUR PERSONAL MEMBERSHIP…
Helps maintain a vital piece of history. Memories have been a part of Tibbits since it was built in 1882 by Barton S. Tibbits. It is one of only a handful of theatres from that era still operating in the United States, and thousands visit this beautiful Victorian treasure every year.
Sustains the daily operations of the theatre. Tibbits depends on the generosity of its members to meet daily operational expenses. Donations supplement ticket sales and make it possible to keep ticket prices low.
Enhances children’s programming and encourages each child to experience and appreciate arts and culture. Tibbits’ goal is to offer programs that excite, educate and stimulate our youth. Your support helps bring Tibbits Young Audiences to our stage.
Nourishes the hopes and dreams of aspiring actors, musicians, dancers, and artists who appear on the Tibbits stage or display their talents in the gallery. It is home to school productions, Arts Alive, community theatre, area dance studios, and other local organizations.
Comes with Benefits! Each level of membership support brings more and more benefits. See the graphic below to see which membership level matches your philanthropic capacity and benefit interests. And thank you so much for your support of our Mission to provide engaging opportunities in culture, education, entertainment, and the arts, and to preserve the historic opera house and its legacy.
PLUS…DON’T FORGET THE MATCH
Many employers recognize the importance of philanthropy by providing a matching gift program, a great way to increase the size of your gift. Please check with your HR department. Fill out your portion of the matching gift form your employer provides and mail it to us to make a match.
YOUR CORPORATE MEMBERSHIP
Increases the community visibility of your business well above the competition by becoming a Tibbits Corporate Member. Featuring year-round entertainment and a stunningly restored facade, you’ll be linking to the region’s most visible arts organization—Tibbits Opera House—heightening your image as an outstanding corporate citizen.
Promote your business to ten of thousands of people who annually attend performances and follow Tibbits information in print and online. Through Tibbits events, your business can reach audiences from southern Michigan, northern Indiana and northwestern Ohio.
Improves the local economy through Tibbits and its events, which attract thousands of non-residents into the community, adding over $1.3 million to our local economy every year.
Entertains clients or rewards employees with complimentary tickets to a Tibbits production as a benefit of your Corporate Membership.
Feel good knowing every Membership gift helps Tibbits…
- Cover operational costs to keep this community icon viable, vibrant and serving the community
- Bring professional production and quality events to the stage year-round
- Provide enriching and creative cultural experiences for area school children and adults
- Give area youth and adults the chance to experience the thrill of being on stage.
We can tailor a membership package that matches your goal of community recognition.
CORPORATE MEMBERSHIP LEVELS & BENEFITS
PARTNER $2500+
- Member Listing in Playbill & Annual Report
- Discount on Playbill Ad
- Listing in Select Tibbits Programs (Black & White Logo)
- 20 Tibbits Show Tickets Select Shows Year-Round
- Use of the Art Gallery (subject to availability)
DIRECTOR $1500 – $2499
- Member Listing in Playbill & Annual Report
- Discount on Playbill Ad
- Listing in Select Tibbits Programs (Bolded business name + 1 line of type)
- 12 Tibbits Show Tickets Select Shows Year-Round
- Use of the Art Gallery (subject to availability)
ANGEL $1000 – $1499
- Member Listing in Playbill & Annual Report
- Discount on Playbill Ad
- Listing in Select Tibbits Programs (Bolded business name + 1 line of type)
- 8 Tibbits Show Tickets Select Shows Year-Round
STAR $500 – $999
- Member Listing in Playbill & Annual Report
- Discount on Playbill Ad
- Listing in Select Tibbits Programs
- 4 Tibbits Show Tickets Select Shows Year-Round
BENEFACTOR $250 – $499
- Member Listing in Playbill & Annual Report
- Discount on Playbill Ad
- Listing in Select Tibbits Programs
- 2 Tibbits Show Tickets Select Shows Year-Round
FRIEND $100 – $249
- Member Listing in Playbill & Annual Report
The Tibbits Opera Foundation & Arts Council, Inc. is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization dedicated to supporting the arts and culture in the area. In compliance with Internal Revenue Service regulations, the retail value of membership benefits reduces the tax-deductibility of contributions. For further information consult your tax advisor.