BLACK ANTHOLOGY
AN ENTIRELY STUDENT-LED PRODUCTION, IN WHICH WE EXAMINE THE NUANCED BLACK EXPERIENCE, PAST AND PRESENT
Dear friends, family, alumni, and community members,
Thank you for expressing interest in purchasing an ad to go in the playbill for the upcoming production Before you commit to buying an ad, listed below are some frequently asked questions to better inform you about the Black Anthology playbill ad process!
What is Black Anthology?
Black Anthology is an annual, student-run theater production that highlights critical issues in the Black community through the performing arts. Through our works, we hope to inspire meaningful dialogue with and among our audiences Past shows have varied from true anthologies with central themes, to plays written by well-known African American playwrights, and to shows such as this year ’s production which was written, produced, and directed entirely by students at Washington University.
When I buy an ad, where does the money go?
Black Anthology is a Student Union (SU) recognized group and even though the group receives an allocated amount of funding in their budget from SU, there are annual costs that can’t be paid with SU funds Money collected from ad sales are used to pay for items that can’t be purchased with Student Union funds. These costs include playbill printing, funding the merchandise that will be sold at shows, as well as the cost of donations to our philanthropy partner.
Who would be a good candidate to buy an ad in the playbill?
• Family members, loved ones, and friends of the cast and crew. Show your support to the current Black Anthology team by buying a dedicated ad to express how proud you are of all the hard work they have put in for the past few months
• Black Anthology alumni. The participation of former members of Black Anthology is an important part of our legacy Even though you are no longer students at Washington University, purchasing an ad is an amazing way to continuously support Black Anthology and ensure it has the funds to continue building on the legacy you created
• Washington University based organizations. Black Anthology’s shows attract large numbers of students Whether you are a Washington University club or department, buying an ad is an innovative way to take advantage of the unique advertising opportunity to share your information that would be of high interest to students
• Local St. Louis based businesses and organizations. As Black Anthology productions address issues that are faced by the St Louis community, our shows tend to draw in a high amount of community members. Buying an ad can be a great way to amplify your services and/or garner more attention to them Since many students attend our shows, buying a spot in our playbill is a unique way to advertise your organization to this specific demographic
What color will my ad be printed in?
There are 3 full color pages possible for purchase with an additional fee. For an additional $10, the inside back cover and inside front cover are available For the back cover, it is available in full color for an additional $15. These three slots are offered on a first come, first ser ve basis. All other ads are black and white
What size can I get the ad in and how much does it cost?
Prices are as follows:
• Full page (4.5”x7.5”) -- $40
• Half page (4.5” x 3.5”) -- $30
• Quarter page (2” x 3.5”) -- $20
How can I pay for the ad?
You can pay for the ad online with a credit or debit card by going to the Black Anthology Cashnet store and clicking on the section titled “Ads ” You can find the Black Anthology store by going to blackanthology.wustl.edu and clicking on the “Merchandise” section listed at the top
You can pay via check! For checks, please make them out to: Black Anthology – Washington University in St. Louis
You can send checks to the following address: Black Anthology Campus Box 1117 Washington University One Brookings Drive St. Louis, MO 63130
Payments cannot be submitted through mobile payment services such as Venmo, PayPal, or CashApp.
When is the ad due? When is the ad money due?
Ad money is due December 6th and a completed, publish ready version of the ad itself is due December 20th and should be sent to black anthology@gmail com
Are donations acceptable?
Donations are greatly appreciated and can be made via check or online using the same information listed above!
When is the show?
Our show dates are scheduled for Friday, February 7, 2025 and Saturday, February 8, 2025 We hope to see you at our show in the Edison Theatre for this season’s production. T ickets go on sale in January
If you have any questions or concerns about any of the previously mentioned information, please contact us at black anthology@gmail com
Thank you again for your support towards Black Anthology!
Sincerely,
Black Anthology 2024-2025 Executive Board, Crew, and Cast
