Society for the American Theatre (SAT)

What is the Society for the American Theatre?

Engagement Tracks + Giving Circles = Come backstage with TCG

The Society for the American Theatre is a newly formed leadership giving society that provides individuals with an inside look at the work of TCG and our national theatre field. Founded in anticipation of TCG’s 50th anniversary celebrations, support from society members ensures the excellence and availability of programs and services offered to the professional not-for-profit theatre field while securing TCG’s legacy and vitality for decades to come. Supporting TCG is an efficient and far-reaching way to give to the American not-for-profit theatre field. Become a part of TCG history. Join as a founding member today as we celebrate 50 years of leadership and service on behalf of the American theatre field.

I would like to Join Now! (Join now by filling out the linked pdf document and emailing it to SAT@tcg.org or use our secure donation page and select Society for the American Theatre at the bottom of the page.) If you have any additional questions please contact us at SAT@tcg.org or at (212) 609-5900.

Let’s Get Started: It’s as easy as 1, 2, and 3!

1. Select your Track
2. Select your Circle
3. Come Backstage with TCG

1. Select an Engagement Track:

Engagement tracks are our way of involving you in the things you want to be involved in. Please select an engagement track for this initial phase of the program. We ask that you only select one at this time. Remember you can always change tracks next year!

Track One: LEAD!
TCG harnesses the knowledge of our theatre members for the benefit of the collective whole, providing a sense of field-wide identity. This track provides you with insider information on TCG convenings; national training opportunities; field wide surveys and research; grantmaking and direct support of theatre practitioners; career development for artists and administrators; and international exchanges.

Track Two: PUBLISH!
TCG is the nation’s largest independent trade publisher of dramatic literature, with ten Pulitzer Prizes and a booklist that is entirely in print. TCG Books has published the work of more than 250 playwrights and other theatre professionals, and sold over 2 million books. This track provides insider information on TCG publications such as the 14-18 new titles we publish each year, AMERICAN THEATRE magazine, ARTSEARCH and other special editions.

2. Select Your Circle of Friends:

*Membership dues cover the 2011 founding season (September/2010-June/2011)
*Benefits may by waived at your request.

Producer’s Circle: $500–$1,499 ($50- $150 monthly)
• One TCG book selection of your choosing with commemorative bookplates
• Direct-dial access to Society staff members
• VIP Invitations to TCG special events, receptions and advocacy efforts
• Individual membership benefits including AMERICAN THEATRE magazine
• Recognition in TCG’s Annual Report and on website
• Invitation to the annual TCG National Conference
• Access to exclusive publication discounts and special offers
• Satisfaction of helping strengthen, nurture and promote the professional not-for-profit theatre field

Leader’s Circle: $1,500–$3,499 All Producer’s Circle benefits, plus:
• Two TCG book selections with commemorative bookplates
• Backstage tour of TCG’s New York office and meeting with staff (at donor’s request)
• Society Concierge: use the direct-dial access number for VIP service to all of TCG (e.g., help booking member theatre house tickets or gift wrapping for TCG Books)

Dreamer’s Circle: $3,500–4,999 All Leader’s Circle benefits, plus:
• Quarterly TCG book selections with commemorative bookplates
• Lunch with TCG’s staff members in New York office (at donor’s request)

Visionary’s Circle: $5,000+ All Dreamer’s Circle benefits, plus:
• Lunch with TCG leadership team member in New York office (at donor’s request)
• Copies of all books published during year (usually 10-15 books) with commemorative bookplates and author autographs as available

3. Come Backstage with TCG:

Ready to join the Society? Feel free to contact Kevin Moore at kmoore@tcg.org or SAT@tcg.org for your application today.