2024-25 Sponsor Brochure

2024-25

CORPORATE PARTNERSHIPS

Why Sponsor the Erie Philharmonic?

• Become part of history! This is the perfect time for a corporate partnership with the Philharmonic as we are experiencing trend-setting growth and audience development • Experience a new level of entertainment with world-class concerts and events • Enjoy one-of-a-kind corporate hospitality with exclusive receptions

“The orchestra has done a tremendous job partnering with the Health Plan to help us maximize our marketing goals and reach audiences for multiple lines of business. It’s organizations like the Philharmonic that make our community a vibrant one! We are proud to sponsor the Phil and know that by investing in the success of our community we in turn invest in the success of our business.”

• Benefit from increased marketing presence, expanded customer loyalty, heightened community awareness and brand reputation • What’s good for Erie is also good for business

Ready to join Erie’s premiere corporate partnership program?

Contact us today!

Elizabeth Valkanas, Director of Development 814.455.1375, ext. 114 · elizabeth@eriephil.org

“Sponsorship is indeed a privilege, and it is one of which I am particularly proud. The Erie Philharmonic is vital to our community and downtown. I am honored we have had the opportunity to support such a great community asset.”

“One of the reasons why we support the Erie Philharmonic is because of community involvement.

Although we do love the music, helping to keep the community strong is a top priority for us.”

The Hanes Family Pops Series sponsor for more than 20 consecutive years

2023-24 Pops Series

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Stewart Copeland · October 21-22

Harry Potter in Concert · November 4-5

Come Home for the Holidays · December 2-3

A high energy orchestral evening celebrating the work of legendary rock star and composer Stewart Copeland. This concert will be an evening bursting with The Police’s biggest hits including Roxanne, ​Don’t Stand To Close To Me and ​ Message in a Bottle sung by a four singers and full orchestra as well as hand-picked highlights from Copeland’s other hits.

More than twenty years ago, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone™ enchanted our screens and now it’s returning with the music of a live symphony orchestra. Momentous scenes from the film play on a giant screen in high-definition while John Williams’ unforgettable score is performed by the Philharmonic.

Experience the magic with the first installment of the Harry Potter™ Film Concert Series.

Our beloved Holiday Pops extravaganza returns bigger and better than ever with special guests, the Erie Philharmonic Chorus, Junior Chours, Youth Chorale, ballet dancers, Santa and more!

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Greatest Fantasy Hits II · February 24-25

Broadway in Concert · April 13-14

Lord of the Rings, Game of Thrones, Star Trek, Interstellar, Final Fantasy...get ready for a tour-de-force through some of the greatest music ever composed for film, television and beyond. This surefire sellout will take you on an epic journey with the musicians of the Philharmonic and Philharmonic Chorus.

Building on the success of 2021’s Rodgers and Hammerstein in Concert, our cast of amazing Erie singers is back with a brand-new production. This concert performance features selections from Phantom of the Opera, Wicked, Les Miserables, Cats, Jesus Christ Superstar and more!

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A Night at the Opera · September 23

Mahler 3 · November 11

George Li Returns · January 20

Legendary Metropolitan Opera baritone Eric Owens joins the Erie Philharmonic and Philharmonic Chorus for a Night at the Opera. Enjoy vocal and orchestral highlights from Verdi, Wagner, Mozart, Bizet and more along with selections from Gershwin’s Porgy and Bess.

Our acclaimed Mahler cycle continues with “one of the 10 greatest symphonies of all time.” (BBC Music Magazine) Get ready for a symphonic experience like never before featuring the largest orchestra ever assembled on the Warner Theatre stage along with the Women of the Erie Philharmonic Chorus and our talented Youth Chorale.

George Li wowed audiences in March, 2021, with a whirlwind, last-minute trip to Erie to perform Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 3. We are honored to welcome him back to the Warner stage to perform Rachmaninoff’s iconic Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini.

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Pictures at an Exhibition · March 23

Based on 10 descriptive paintings, Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition is a landmark work in the symphonic repertoire. With our new accoustical shell, and enormous orchestra, this powerful work will take your breathe away. Also joining us on the program is Erie-favorite Simone Dinnerstein performing Brahms’ epic Piano Concerto No. 2.

Carmina Burana · May 11

What do you get when you combine a massive orchestra, two grand pianos, the Philharmonic Chorus, our Youth Chorale and three world-class soloists? Easy the colossal Carmina Burana. This season finale for the ages also includes a performance of Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto by rising superstar Stella Chen.

Promotional Benefits All corporate partners receive the following marketing benefits • Program acknowledgment in our Warner Theatre program book • Logo placement on • Seat card for your sponsored concert • 2024-25 Season Brochure (deadline June 1) • Pre-concert slide show • Banner displayed in Warner Theatre lobby • Philharmonic website year-round • Listed as concert sponsor in applicable marketing materials • Recognition during pre-concert informational message • Invitation to all major donor events throughout the season, including events in the exciting new addition to the theatre!

Benefit recognition is tiered per sponsorship level.

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Warner Theatre Hospitality Benefits $5,000 • VIP Encore Club parking/lounge pass for the entire 2024-25 season • Full-page, color acknowledgment in all program books September-May • 10 complimentary concert vouchers for your sponsored concert $2,500 • VIP Encore Club parking/lounge pass for sponsored concert • Half-page, color acknowledgment in all program books September-May • 8 complimentary concert vouchers for your sponsored concert $1,500 • VIP Encore Club parking/lounge pass for sponsored concert • Half-page, b/w acknowledgment for sponsored concert program book* • 6 complimentary concert vouchers for your sponsored concert $1,000 • Half-page, b/w acknowledgment for sponsored concert program book* • 4 complimentary concert vouchers for your sponsored concert * One program book covers three performances

Encore Level Benefits Enjoy Encore benefits such as premium parking and mix and mingle with your friends in our exclusive lounge that offers complimentary drinks and desserts before the concert!

EXCLUSIVE Corporate Partnership Add-on

Additional Sponsor Add-on Benefits Handel’s Messiah - $500

Season Passes - $600 • 2 tickets to all 2024-25 subscription concerts (10)

• 2 tickets in reserved seating section • Half-page, color acknowledgment in exclusive program book

• Sponsor-exclusive discount valued at $300

Educational Initiatives - $500 • Supports all educational programs including the Junior Philharmonic, Youth Chorale, preschool residencies and more • Donation is 100% tax deductible

Community Engagement - $500 • Supports life-changing community programs such as free television programs on WQLN PBS, summer concert tours and more • Donation is 100% tax deductible

Youth Concert - $500 • Helps support our nationally-recognized youth concerts for more than 5,000 children • Donation is 100% tax deductible

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The Impact of Your Support

Elizabeth Valkanas, Director of Development elizabeth@eriephil.org · 814.455.1375, ext. 114