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This Guarantee is offered by all banks and building societies that accept instructions to pay Direct Debits If there are any changes to the amount, date or frequency of your Direct Debit Eastgate Theatre will notify you 5 working days in advance of your account being debited or as otherwise agreed.

If you request Eastgate Theatre to collect a payment, confirmation of the amount and date will be given to you at the time of the request.

The Direct Debit Guarantee

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Every £1 spent in the Eastgate generates at least £5 for the local economy.

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If an error is made in the payment of your Direct Debit, by Eastgate Theatre or your bank or building society, you are entitled to a full and immediate refund of the amount paid from your bank or building society If you receive a refund you are not entitled to, you must pay it back when requested by Eastgate Theatre You can cancel a Direct Debit at any time by simply contacting your bank or building society. Written confirmation may be required.

Please also notify Eastgate Theatre.

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Please pay Eastagte Theatre Direct Debits from the account detailed in this Instruction subject to the safeguards assured by the Direct Debit Guarantee.

I understand that this Instruction may remain with Worldwide Cancer Research and, if so, details will be passed electronically to my bank/building society.

‘The Eastgate is the best thing that has happened to Peebles in the three decades that I have lived here.’

The Eastgate’s dedicated team of volunteers contribute around

4,000 hours of work to the venue every year.

‘No need for people to say that they’re ever lonely – just come along to the Eastgate.’

Participating in the arts can improve mental health by reducing stress and isolation, and improving self esteem.

‘A community without culture is a community which has lost its direction.’

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‘I love watching films at the Eastgate and the yummy lunch and cake, and I love performing there too.’

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Instruction to your Bank or Building Society

There are art, dance, drama, movement and music classes throughout the year, for all ages and abilities.

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This Guarantee should be detached and retained by the payer.

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The theatre presents around 130 live performances and 100 film screenings each year; amounting to more than 2,500 public events in its first 20 years.

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Banks and building societies may not accept Direct Debit Instructions for some

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I would like to pay by monthly Direct Debit I would like to pay by annual Direct Debit

Please fill in the form and send it to Eastgate Theatre, Eastgate, Peebles EH45 8AD

Instruction to your Bank or Building Society to pay by Direct Debit

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‘There is no such thing as an empty space or an empty time. There is always something to see, something to hear.’

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‘It’s wonderful being part of a theatre, it’s inclusive, you get people of all ages and from different backgrounds working together.’

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For thousands of people each year the Eastgate is a source of inspiration, entertainment, opportunity, friendship and joy. As a small charity, its creative vision depends on a hardworking team of staff, volunteers and directors; but its continued success also relies on active support from funders, sponsors, patrons and donors.

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To join as an Eastgate member and/or become one of the organisation’s supporters, please complete both sides of this form and return it to the Box Office. This form is also available online at eastgatearts.com/supportthetheatre

MEMBER £1 per month or £12 per year

Supporters add vital financial support – by helping to develop the theatre’s events, activities and projects, and to maintain the building’s fabric and facilities.

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I would like to join as a (please tick appropriate boxes) MEMBER £1 monthly □ £12 annual □ PLAYER £5 monthly □ £60 annual □ CHAMPION £20 monthly □ £240 annual □ PRINCIPAL £50 monthly □ £600 annual □ Title . . . . . First Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Last name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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PLAYER £5 per month or £60 per year

CHAMPION £20 per month or £240 per year

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All the Member’s benefits, plus: • invited to seasonal launches • invited to special Player events • offered occasional deals in the café

All the Player’s benefits, plus: • invited to exclusive Champion events • two free tickets to any show (subject to availability)

All the Champion’s benefits, plus: • two additional free tickets to any show (subject to availability) • option of theatre seat dedication • option of acknowledgement in the Eastgate’s annual report

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If you believe in the importance of creativity, and its potential to contribute to a better future for everyone, then please consider becoming a member or signing up as a supporter of the Eastgate Theatre.

Members play an essential part in shaping the Eastgate’s future – by attending meetings, voting for directors, and taking part in conversations about the organisation’s plans.

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The theatre presents performances by many of Scotland’s leading companies and international artists, as well as working closely with Borders-based writers, directors, practitioners and performers to develop new work of high quality. A wide range of classes and workshops gives people of all ages and abilities the opportunity for hands-on creativity. The venue’s café is a lively social space during the daytime, as well as a welcoming place for pre-theatre drinks in the evening.

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The Eastgate Theatre and Arts Centre is a community-owned arts enterprise in the heart of Peebles. Since opening in 2004, it has become the most dynamic and diverse multi-arts venue in the Scottish Borders.

Members and Supporters

If you would like to increase your contribution, or add a donation, please contact the Eastgate to discuss.

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I would like to pay by Direct Debit (please complete form overleaf)

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I would like to pay by Visa / MasterCard / Delta / Maestro

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I enclose a cheque payable to Eastgate Theatre and Arts Centre

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I wish to receive print copies of brochures and newsletters

Gift Aid □ If you are a UK taxpayer, you can choose to tick this box to increase the value of your contribution at no additional cost to yourself. This will add 25% to the portion of your subscription, after the deduction of benefits in kind, that can be counted as a donation.

Leaving a legacy When you make your will you can choose to leave a parting gift to a charity, either as a specific sum or as a percentage of the value of your estate. A legacy can be restricted, if you choose to indicate a specific purpose, or unrestricted. Anyone planning to write or amend their will is advised to seek legal advice.