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Help support the Festival you love. Become a Bard Member and enjoy exclusive benefits, invitations to special events, and access to unique perks! Bard Membership starts at $50 for the As We Like It level. (Note: each level includes the benefits of all previous levels)

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Membership Levels

  • $50 to $149

    As We Like It

    • Tax Receipt
    • Vote at the AGM
    • $10 discount to the Bard Boutique
      A physical coupon presented on-site or online coupon code can be used to receive your discount.
    • Sold-Out Show Waitlist
      Put your name on the Members-only waitlist for a sold-out show and we will contact you if tickets become available.
    • Backstage Tour (Monday, July 14 at 6pm and Saturday, August 23 at 10am) 
      Explore the magic behind the scenes with a guided tour of Bard’s stages and production areas. 
  • $150 to $299

    Labour of Love

    • Invitation to a Dress Rehearsal – BMO Mainstage  
      Two dress rehearsal passes for the Mainstage Theatre.
      Thursday, June 5: Much Ado About Nothing
      Sunday, June 8: The Two Gentlemen of Verona
    • Invitation to the Mainstage Changeover Event (Sunday, September 14 at 10am) 

        Witness the transformation of Bard’s Mainstage between productions. 

      • Name recognition in the House Program Guide
    • $300 to $599

      Much Ado

      • Front of Line Booking
        Reserve your tickets for the Season three weeks before they go on sale to the general public.
      • Meet the Directors (Tuesday, March 18 at 7pm) 

          Gain behind-the-scenes insight as Bard’s directors share their vision and inspiration for the 2025 Season.

        • Season Launch Reception (Wednesday, April 23 at 6pm)
          Raise a glass in celebration of our 2025 Season, savouring an evening filled with delightful entertainment! 

          • Meet the Artists (Wednesday, July 30 at 6pm) 

              Meet the creative minds behind Bard’s season, discovering the artistry that brings each production to life. 

            • Meet the Actors (Monday, September 29 at 7pm) 

                Engage in an intimate conversation with Bard’s actors and hear their stories from the season. 

            • $600 to $999

              Midsummer Magic

              • Front of Line Booking
                Reserve your tickets for the Season four weeks before they go on sale to the general public.
              • Invitation to Dress Rehearsals
                Two additional dress rehearsal passes (four total). Limit of two for use in the Douglas Campbell Theatre.
                Thursday, June 26: The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) [revised] [again]
                Sunday, June 29: The Dark Lady 
              • Access to the Best Seats in the House
                We keep the best seats on hold for Members up to one week before each performance (subject to availability). 
            • $1,000 to $2,499

              Benefactor

              • Benefactor’s Reception (Monday, July 7 at 6pm) 
                Celebrate the Festival with an exclusive evening dedicated to Bard’s Benefactors in the Bard Village. 
              • Invitation to Dress Rehearsals
                Four additional Dress Rehearsal passes (eight total). Two passes for each of our four productions.
              • Picnic Tables
                Reserve a picnic table, accessible one hour before the start of your performance (subject to availability). 
            • $2,500 to $4,999

              Tudors

              • Renaissance Circle Reception (Tuesday, May 27 at 6pm) 
                Gather for an intimate evening hosted by Christopher Gaze where the warmth of shared community and a touch of Bard magic come together. 
              • Invitation to Season Opening Night (Wednesday, June 19 at 7:30pm) 

                  Receive an exclusive invitation to the Opening Night of Much Ado About Nothing. 

              • $5,000 or more

                Artistic Director’s Circle

                • Attend an Open Rehearsal 
                  Meet the cast and creative teams behind the 2025 Season productions.
                  Friday, April 11: Much Ado About Nothing
                  Monday, April 14: The Two Gentlemen of Verona
                  Tuesday, May 6: The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) [revised] [again]
                  Friday, May 9: The Dark Lady 
                • Artistic Director’s Circle Dinner on Stage (Monday, August 25 at 6pm) 
                  Enjoy an exclusive dining experience on the BMO Mainstage with Bard’s Artistic Director, Christopher Gaze, and 2025 Company members. 

                 

              PLEASE NOTE: All event dates and activities are subject to change. Each level receives the benefits of all previous levels. 

              For more information, please contact Taylar Ball, Individual Giving Manager, at [email protected].

               

              Match Your Membership

              Many companies match gifts made by their employees. Ask your human resources or payroll department if your company has a matching donations program.

              Your matching gift may qualify you for a higher membership category. For more information, call our Development office at 604-737-0625.