Become A Member

“Bard belongs to all of us. I invite you to become a Member and join me as we carry this
wonderful Festival into the future.” Christopher Gaze, Artistic Director

Bard Members support much more than the performances seen on our stages, and allow us to inspire thousands of people through our innovative education programs and affordable performances. Each year, support from Membership helps us stage over 200 performances and events welcoming over 100,000 patrons, employ over 250 actors, designers, directors, technicians and administrative staff, inspire over 18,000 students through our education programs. As a Bard Member, your impact will help us continue our mission to create transformational experiences through exceptional theatre, training, and education opportunities that inspire, resonate, and promote the exchange of ideas.

Membership starts at just $50, with increasing benefits at higher levels. Each level includes the benefits from the previous tiers of membership.

See below to select the Membership level that’s right for you.

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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) 
    You are invited to join us at a backstage tour for an exclusive view of the production process and behind-the-scenes secrets.
• $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 24 hours 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)

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

• $5,000 or more

  Artistic Director’s Circle

  • 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.