Become a Patron of the Bench
2017 Fever Dream Festival
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There are a number of opportunities to support Benchmark Theatre's mission. Season Sponsorships, In-Kind Donations, and even the smallest of contributions assist us in providing quality programming for Lakewood and the Front Range Community, including all mainstage productions, New Play Development and educational outreach opportunities. Please see below for all of the ways you can become a Patron of The Bench.
financial contributions
2016 Community Response Piece "After Orlando"
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Supporter
Become a patron with a one-time donation of any amount. Click Here to donate.
Cultivating Supporter
Become a sustaining patron with a recurring financial contribution by simply checking the monthly donation box when you Click Here to donate.
Sponsorships
Sponsorships allow our Patrons to choose where their donations are directed and to receive special recognition for their contributions. Click on the sponsorship you wish to provide to make your contribution.
Adrian Egolf and Antonio Amadeo in 2018's A Kid Like Jake by Daniel Pearle
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202 Season Sponsorship: $15,000
Support the foundation of an entire year of compelling, visually stunning theatrical productions, artistic collaborations, festivals and educational programming, while supplementing the creation of exciting new plays and strengthening the future of theater in Colorado and beyond.
Show Sponsorship: $5,000
Bring innovative, thought-provoking productions to the City of Lakewood and the greater Denver Metro area.
Suzie Scott and Chris Kendall in 2017's Smokefall by Noah Haidle
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Actor, Director or Designer Sponsorship: $1,000
Support artists telling powerful, relevant stories and create the worlds of our productions that help shape our community.
Education Scholarship Fund: $50, $100, $250, $500 or $1,000
Nurture the growth of young and mature artists alike in Benchmark's educational programming as they refine their craft and develop their creative skills.
Operating Fund Support: $100, $250, $500, $1,000 or $2,500
Help keep the lights on at The Bench by becoming a patron of our Operating Fund, which provides us with our home in the 40West Arts District.
For questions and more information, please email haley@benchmarktheatre.com
2017's The Nether by Jennifer Haley
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In-kind donations
Vodka Infusion Festival 2017
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Benchmark is grateful for donations of items such as clothing, furniture, office supplies, concessions and silent auction items.
If you have items you would like to contribute or would like to donate towards a fundraiser, please email info@benchmarktheatre.com
Become a Board member
Past Board Members Britton Bagwell and Leigh Ann Kudloff
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For those looking to become more deeply involved, consider becoming a member of our Board of Directors. Our Board is the cornerstone of our organization, helping to navigate us as a thriving non-profit organization.
If you are interested in learning more about joining our Board of Directors, please email info@benchmarktheatre.com