Patrons Membership Packet 2023-2024

2023 - 2024 Membership Packet

supporting students and the arts

WELCOME! Welcome back to the School of Theatre at Florida State! Thank you for joining us once again and for your ongoing commitment to the Patrons Association. Through your generosity, you provide valuable assistance to support performances and programs that enrich the lives of all students and community members. The Patrons Association provides over $40,000 towards student scholarships and recruitment annually. In addition, the Patrons Association holds two fundraisers to support the Senior Showcases in NYC and LA, where newly graduated students perform for industry professionals. You are also sharing theatre with young students from the Tallahassee community. Every year, the Patrons Association funds 75 students to experience theatre, often for the first time, as part of our Little Feet Project. Your support makes a difference in our students’ and communities’ education and future.

Sincerely,

Laura Rogers President Patrons Association

Brad Brock Director, The School of Theatre Florida State University

WHAT’S INSIDE Patrons Benefits

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Patrons Association Board

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Fine Arts Ticket Office

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Ticket Exchanges

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Special Events

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Theatre Info

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Additional Tickets

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Directions

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Contact Info

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PATRONS BENEFITS PRIORITY SEATING Your seats are the best in the house! All Patrons subscriptions are processed before tickets go on sale to the general public.

POST-SHOW RECEPTIONS The Patrons Association co-sponsors the opening night receptions for all School of Theatre performances.

Opening night receptions allow Patrons Association members to interact with the Patrons scholarship recipients, cast, crew, faculty, and staff.

VIP EXPERIENCE Get exclusive and advance notice of any special offers, events, and discounts throughout the season.

Enjoy a complimentary subscription to the Patrons Press, our electronic newsletter.

EASY EXCHANGES & REPLACEMENTS Experience peace of mind with lost ticket protection. We will replace misplaced tickets quickly and at no extra charge. Additionally, ticket exchanges are fast, easy, and free (see pp. 7-8 for more details)!

ULTIMATE CONVENIENCE Patrons Association members have access to the Patrons Concierge Line, (850) 644-1377, a special number devoted to handling any Patrons ticketing needs, questions, or concerns. It is the ultimate in convenience. Now, it is easy to avoid lines or being on hold!

SPECIAL EVENTS Receive invitations to trips, receptions, and special meet-andgreet events exclusively for Patrons Association members throughout the year.

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PATRONS ASSOCIATION

BOARD MEMBERS Below are the 2023-20234 Patrons Assocition Board Members. If you are looking for a way to be more involved, please consider joining the Board for the 2023-2024 season. For more information about Board Membership, please contact Board President, Laura Rogers

PRESIDENT

MEMBERS

Laura Rogers (850) 509-6820 laurakrogers@comcast.net

Robert Clickner Linda Clickner Kathie Emrich Tanya Hollady Howard Kessler Annelise Leysieffer KC McWilliams Marion Merzer Jay Newman Sunny Phillips Larry Pintacuda Laura Rogers Nancy Stepina-Robinson Carol Weissert Dennis Williams

VICE PRESIDENT Robert Clickner (703) 850-6892 robertclickner1@gmail.com

SECRETARY Carol Weissert (850) 297-0111 cweissert@fsu.edu

TREASURER Sunny Phillips (850) 445-6586 sunny_phillips@yahoo.com

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FINE ARTS

FINE ARTS TICKET OFFICE HOURS

TICKET OFFICE

From September through April, tickets can be purchased in person or over the phone during the Fine Arts Ticket Office’s new hours Monday through Thursday from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM & Friday 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. PLEASE NOTE: The Fine Arts Ticket Office is closed for all University holidays (including winter and spring) and in the summer from May to August.

ONLINE PURCHASES Tickets can be purchased online at tickets.theatre.fsu.edu. Online sales end two hours before an event is scheduled to begin.

PAYMENTS All tickets must be paid for at the time of purchase. The Fine Arts Ticket Office accepts check, Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Discover, and the FSU Suntrust Debit Card as forms of payment. Checks must be made payable to FSU or the Fine Arts Ticket Office.

DELIVERY

Tickets purchased via mail, phone, or online can be mailed, if requested.

Please allow 7 to 10 business days for delivery. Tickets purchased less than 10 business days prior to an event will automatically be held at Will Call. We will begin mailing tickets in mid-September. Will Call tickets can be picked up in person at the Fine Arts Ticket Office during normal hours of operation or at the door beginning one hour prior to the event. Guests should be prepared to present a drivers license or other valid photo ID when picking up Will Call tickets. Email/Mobile/Print-at-home tickets are available. Tickets will be sent as a PDF attachment to the email address on your account. The FATO uses a “Delayed” email ticket delivery process. If ordering tickets prior to the week of the show, when the “Delayed Email” delivery method is selcted, tickets will be emailed 7 days prior to each idnviidual performance in the order.

ACCESSIBLE SEATING Accessible seating is available for purchase online, by phone, or inperson through the Fine Arts Ticket Office. When ordering by phone or in-person, please advise the Ticket Office staff of accessible seating needs prior to finalizing your purchase (wheelchair, few stairs, etc.). You can contact the Fine Arts Ticket Office at (850) 644-6500 or via email at tickets@fsu.edu for further assistance.

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TICKET EXCHANGES As a member of the Patrons Association, there are no fees to exchange your tickets. Here are some tips to facilitate the exchange process: •

In addition to exchanges by phone and in person, tickets can also be exchanged through your online account.

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Before contacting the Patrons Concierge Line at (850) 644-1377 or the Fine Arts Ticket Office at (850) 644-6500, please choose alternate dates.

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We request all exchanges be made 24 hours prior to the scheduled performance.

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To alleviate seating conflicts, please destroy or write VOID on your original tickets once your exchange is confirmed through the Ticket Office. Original tickets become invalid at the time of exchange and will not scan for entry at events.

3 NO-HASSLE TICKET EXCHANGE OPTIONS IN-PERSON Visit the Fine Arts Ticket Office in the lobby of the Fine Arts Building Monday through Thursday from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM and Friday from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM to discuss your options with one of our friendly ticket agents.

BY TELEPHONE Call the Patrons Concierge Line, (850) 644-1377, for direct access to a Patrons Representative who can help exchange your tickets. You can also call the Fine Arts Ticket Office at (850) 644-6500.

BY EMAIL You may email exchange requests to tickets@fsu.edu. Emailed requests are processed during normal Fine Arts Ticket Office hours. You will receive an email confirmation once the exchange is processed.

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SEATING When exchanging your tickets, we will make every attempt to seat you as close as possible to your original seat location.

PLEASE NOTE: Exchanges and seating are subject to availability.

NEW TICKET DELIVERY Exchanged tickets can be mailed, emailed, or set for Will Call based on our regular delivery schedule.

LOST TICKETS Lost tickets can be replaced by calling the Patrons Concierge Line or the Fine Arts Ticket Office.

CAN’T ATTEND A PERFORMANCE? DONATE YOUR TICKETS FOR A TAX DEDUCTION We hate to see empty seats! If you cannot attend a production, please consider donating your tickets back to the School of Theatre for resale.

Simply notify the Fine Arts Ticket Office at least 24 hours prior to the performance in order to receive an acknowledgment for a taxdeductible donation equal to the value of the current tickets.

PLEASE NOTE: Acknowledgements will be issued to and in the name of the Patron on record and will come from the FSU Foundation.

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SPECIAL Events SENIOR SHOWCASE

FUNDRAISER

Each year, the Senior Music Theatre and Acting students are given the opportunity to showcase their talents for industry professionals. The Patrons Association is a vital part in making this possible by hosting the annual Senior Showcase Fundraiser. The fundraiser tickets include dinner, drinks, and a special showcase of these talented students.

April 30, 2024 Tickets available February 2024

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PATRON NIGHT

RECEPTIONS Members of the Patrons Association get a special invitation to opening night performances which include a reception after the show. Patrons get to join the cast & crew for a night of great food and drinks in celebration of the opening night performance of each mainstage show.

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PATRON EVENTS Additional Patrons events are announced and held throughout the year, including our Season Announcement Party and the ASOLO Repertory Touring Performance.

Subscribe to the Patrons Press Newsletter to receive the most current and up-to-date information regarding additional Patrons Association events.

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THEATRE INFO AMENITIES

ACCESSIBLE SEATING

Restrooms, drinking fountains, snacks, and refreshments are available in the lobbies of all theatres for your convenience.

However, concessions are not allowed inside the theatres.

Accessible seating is available in all theatres. Please call the Patrons Concierge Line, the Fine Arts Ticket Office, or visit the Fine Arts Ticket Office, if additional assistance is needed for purchasing accessible seating.

LATE SEATING Most seating begins 30 minutes prior to the posted start time of the performance. If you arrive after the performance has begun, you will be seated in available seats at an appropriate break in the performance. You may move to your assigned seats at the first intermission. All latecomers will be seated at the discretion of the House Manager.

CELL PHONES In consideration of your fellow theatre goers and performers, please remember to silence all electronic devices including cell phones. Also, please refrain from text messaging during performances.

CAMERAS The use of cameras and recording devices in the theatre is strictly prohibited.

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HEARING ENHANCEMENT The Fallon Theatre is equipped with a limited number of headsets that are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Headsets may be picked up at the Fine Arts Ticket Office window in the Fine Arts Building. You will be asked to provide an ID or other form of collateral in exchange for a headset.

CHILDREN Children are not permitted in the theatre without adult supervision.

Lap seating is not allowed. All customers, regardless of age, must have a ticket for entry.

NO SMOKING FSU is a smoke-free campus, and smoking is not permitted inside, or directly outside, any of the theatre spaces.

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ADDITIONAL

TICKETS

As a Patrons Association member, you can purchase additional tickets for all School of Theatre productions at a special price, so bring a friend along! These discounted tickets are great for visiting friends or family and make perfect gifts.

DON’T FORGET! • Patrons never pay service or handling fees for School of Theatre tickets purchased at the Fine Arts Ticket Office.

• All ticket sales are final. There are no refunds or cancellations, but the exchange policy still applies.

• The Fine Arts Ticket Office is closed from May to August for Summer Break.

DID YOU KNOW? “BRING A FRIEND” COMPLIMENTARY TICKETS

Depending on your membership level, you may be entitled to receive an allotted number of complimentary tickets for our Mainstage shows to use throughout the season. Call the Patrons Concierge Line at (850) 644-1377 to redeem.

These tickets can also be redeemed through your online account.

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PLEASE NOTE: Complimentary tickets are issued pending availability at the time of the request.

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WHERE WE ARE DIRECTIONS FROM I-10 Exit 199, southbound. Continue on Monroe/Hwy. 27 for 3.4 miles. Turn right onto Tennessee Street.

FALLON THEATRE Left on Macomb St. Park in the Call Street Garage on the corner of Call and Macomb Street.

LAB THEATRE Left on Copeland St. Enter parking lot at the corner of St. Augustine and Copeland Street.

STUDIO THEATRE Williams Building – Near the intersection of Jefferson and Copeland Streets.

PARKING

1 Call Street Garage 1.

2 Studio Theatre Parking Lot 2.

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3 Lab Theatre Parking Lot 4.

4 St. Augustine Garage

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CONTACT INFO BRAD BROCK Director, School of Theatre 540 W. Call Street 239 Fine Arts Building Tallahassee, FL 32306-1160 (850) 644-7257 bbrock@fsu.edu

FINE ARTS TICKET OFFICE 540 W. Call Street P. O. Box 3061160 Tallahassee, FL 32306-1160 (850) 644-6500 tickets@fsu.edu www.tickets.theatre.fsu.edu

NEW COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT EMAIL - THEATRE-ENGAGMENT@FSU.EDU

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT OFFICE STAFF CHARLOTTE PENSION Associate Director of Community Engagement cpalmucci@.fsu.edu

EMILY LOSTRACCO Patrons Association Coordinator elostracco@.fsu.edu

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