Patron Ensemble
Photo by Natalie Powers.
Join the Patron Ensemble
Patron Ensemble members get first access to The New Group’s productions, including the best seats in the house to all of our live productions and invitations to special events. Your donation helps The New Group bring artist-driven work to life and pave the way for future storytellers. All benefits are based on availability and redeemed within one year of your annual donation. For more information on the Patron Ensemble Program, please contact [email protected].
Patron
$1,500 - $2,999
Benefits
- 2 Regular House Seats for each production throughout the year
- 2 discounted guest tickets per production
- Invitations for 2 to patron receptions
- Acknowledgment on The New Group’s website and in programs
- One New Group swag item to be picked up at the first attended performance
- Invitations to select staged readings
The non-deductible portion of your gift which covers the cost of the benefits of your Patron Ensemble membership is $550.
Enthusiast
$3,000 - $4,999
Benefits
(All benefits at the Patron Level +)
- 2 complimentary guest tickets to use throughout the year
- Invitations for 2 to patron receptions
- Acknowledgment on The New Group’s website and in programs
- One New Group swag item to be picked up at the first attended performance
- Invitations to staged readings
- Priority access to The New Group’s annual Free Fest New Play Festival and all other invite-only staged readings of new works
The non-deductible portion of your gift which covers the cost of the benefits of your Patron Ensemble membership is $750.
Advocate
$5,000 - $9,999
Benefits
(All benefits at the Enthusiast Level +)
- 2 additional complimentary guest tickets to use throughout the year (4 total)
- Invitation for 2 to 1 Opening Night performance and after party
- Invitation for 2 to attend 1 first rehearsal meet and greet
- Invitation for 2 to attend 1 exclusive artist salon
The non-deductible portion of your gift which covers the cost of the benefits of your Patron Ensemble membership is $1,000.
Champion
$10,000+
Benefits
(All benefits at the Advocate Level +)
- 4 additional complimentary guest tickets to use throughout the year (8 total)
- Invitation for 2 to all Opening Night performances and parties
- Invitations for 2 to all exclusive artist salons
- Sponsor credit for 1 production of your choosing in the 2026 Season
- An annual dinner with Founding Artistic Director Scott Elliott and a 2026 season artist
The non-deductible portion of your gift which covers the cost of the benefits of your Patron Ensemble membership is $1,400.
Consider expanding your support with a multi-year commitment by joining the Champion's Circle. The Circle offers additional benefits and access. Contact [email protected] for more information.
If you are experiencing difficulty processing your donation online, please contact Lindsey Guercio, our Individual Giving and Special Events Manager at [email protected] or at 917-336-0705.
Our 2026 Season
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