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Patrons

Help shape the future of bold, ambitious theatre and make a lasting difference to our communities

At Stratford East, we believe theatre should spark conversations, challenge perspectives and bring people together. As a Patron, you can help us continue this work, supporting ambitious productions, nurturing emerging talent and creating opportunities for our communities to connect with theatre.

Access sold-out shows, join us for Supporters’ Nights and enjoy a deeper connection with Stratford East.

 

Workshop Patron

£1,500 per year

Get closer to our work with behind-the-scenes events, more Supporters’ Nights, and extended priority booking. 

Workshop Patron benefits: 

  • Priority booking: secure your seats before all Members and the general public.  

  • Ticket discounts: 10% off up to four tickets for every Stratford East production.* 

  • Insider news: exclusive behind-the-scenes news, and updates on the impact of your support. 

  • Complimentary Supporters’ Nights: three free Supporters’ Nights per year. Evenings include two tickets for the best seats in the house and a pre-show drinks and canapé reception, with insights from the artists behind our work.* 

  • Additional Supporters’ Nights: invitations to additional events throughout the year. Event costs apply. 

  • Insight Events: a behind-the-scenes look at our work, such as an artist Q&A or rehearsal. One event per year. 

  • Backstage tour: go behind the curtain in our historic theatre. 

  • Access to sold-out shows: an allocation of tickets held only for supporters. 

  • Thanks: your name listed on our Supporters’ Board, website, and programmes. 

Pioneer Patron

£3,000 per year

Join us for more special events throughout the year, giving you more insight into our work. 

Pioneer Patrons enjoy all Workshop Patron benefits plus: 

  • Additional complimentary Supporters’ Night: enjoy four free Supporters' Nights in total each year. Supporters' Nights include tickets for the best seats in the house and a pre-show drinks and canapé reception, with insights from the artists behind our work.* 

  • Additional Insight Events: a behind-the-scenes look at our work, such as an artist Q&A or rehearsal. Two events per year. 

Littlewood Patron

£5,000 per year

Experience a deeper connection to Stratford East through our annual Chair's Dinner and opportunities to engage with artists and leadership.  

Littlewood Patrons enjoy all Pioneer Patrons benefits plus: 

  • Additional complimentary Supporters’ Nights: two complimentary places at all our Supporters’ Nights during the year. Supporters’ Nights include tickets for the best seats in the house and a pre-show drinks and canapé reception, with insights from the artists behind our work.* 

  • Chair’s Dinner: a special dinner hosted by the Chair of our Board, with Stratford East leadership and special guest artists.

Artistic Director's Circle

£10,000 per year

Develop a unique relationship with Stratford East, with our highest level of connection to the people, ideas, and stories powering our work.   

Artistic Director’s Circle members enjoy all Littlewood Patron benefits plus: 

  • Private backstage tour: go behind the curtain in our historic theatre with your own private group. 

  • Personal meeting with the Artistic Director: learn more about Stratford East’s artistic vision. 

All our Patron memberships include a benefits value which represents the cost of the membership benefits, inclusive of VAT. The benefits can be purchased at this price without making any further donation. The balance is a suggested donation and is eligible for Gift Aid. 

Workshop Patron: Benefits value - £530 / Donation - £970 
Pioneer Patron: Benefits value - £710 / Donation - £2,290 
Littlewood Patron: Benefits value - £1,120 / Donation - £3,880 
Artistic Director’s Circle: Benefits value - £1,120 / Donation - £8,880 

If you have any questions about becoming a Patron, would like to purchase Littlewood Patron or Artistic Director’s Circle membership as a gift, or would like to adjust or waive the suggested donation, please email the Development team on development@stratfordeast.com.

Learn more about our work, ambitions & impact

Please contact the Development team. We'd be pleased to discuss your charitable goals and answer any questions you may have.