The Public Theater

Public Theater Partners Program

The Public Theater is deeply grateful for the ongoing partnership of a dedicated group of individuals, whose contributions help ensure The Public’s financial stability and advance our mission of artistic excellence and inclusion. As a token of our gratitude we offer the benefit options below.

To join the Public Theater Partners Program click HERE or contact the Partners Desk at 212-539-8734 or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

SUMMER PARTNER - $1,000
  • Four seats to Shakespeare in the Park for the date(s) and production(s) of your choice
  • Two tickets to one production at 425 Lafayette Street
  • Access to the Partner Hotline (212-539-8734) to reserve additional house seats to The Public Theater, Shakespeare in the Park and Broadway Productions produced in conjunction with The Public Theater
  • Invitation to select behind-the-scenes events
  • Recognition in the Shakespeare in the Park Playbills 
  • 20% off food and beverages at Joe’s Pub
  • Discounts at neighborhood restaurants near The Public Theater
    ALL BUT $80 IS TAX-DEDUCTIBLE
  • Priority seating for Shakespeare in the Park productions
  • Four tickets to Shakespeare in the Park for the date(s) and production(s) of your choice
  • Two tickets to eight productions at 425 Lafayette Street
  • Invitation for two to one Dorothy Strelsin Foundation Backstage Dinner during the Shakespeare in the Park Season
  • Invitation for two to two of our exclusive Partner Evenings and an invitation to post-performance cocktail receptions with members of the cast and creative team
  • Invitation to attend "A Conversation with the Artistic Director"
  • Recognition in Public Theater and Shakespeare in the Park Playbills
  • Access to the Partner Hotline (212-539-8734) to reserve additional house seats to The Public Theater, Shakespeare in the Park, and Broadway productions produced in conjunction with The Public Theater
  • Opportunity to reserve additional seats for Shakespeare in the Park with an additional donation
  • Invitation to select behind-the-scenes events
    ALL BUT $726 IS TAX-DEDUCTIBLE

    OPTION B

  • Priority seating for Shakespeare in the Park productions 
  • Eight seats to Shakespeare in the Park for the date(s) and production(s) of your choice
  • Two tickets to one production at 425 Lafayette Street
  • Invitation for two to one Dorothy Strelsin Foundation Backstage Dinner during the Shakespeare in the Park season
  • Recognition in Public Theater and Shakespeare in the Park Playbills
  • Access to the Partner Hotline (212-539-8734) to reserve additional house seats to The Public Theater, Shakespeare in the Park, and Broadway productions produced in conjunction with The Public Theater
  • Opportunity to reserve additional seats for Shakespeare in the Park with an additional donation
  • Invitation to select behind-the-scenes events ting for Shakespeare in the Park Performances
    ALL BUT $210 IS TAX-DEDUCTIBLE


Availability and seating priority of Partner tickets will be arranged in accordance with both giving level and the date on which the reservation was received. Partner tickets may be subject to availability. Partnerships are limited to one per household. All productions, announced cast, directors and dates are subject to change.