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 Tours: Monday, July 13 or Saturday, August 29 
    Discover behind-the-scenes secrets that make the magic on stage come alive.
• $150 to $299

  Labour of Love

  • Invitation to a Dress Rehearsal – BMO Mainstage
    Two dress rehearsal passes for the Mainstage Theatre.
    Thursday, June 4: The Merry Wives of Windsor
    Sunday, June 7: Macbeth
  • Invitation to the Mainstage Changeover Event: Sunday, August 23
    Witness the transformation of Bard’s BMO 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: Saturday, March 28 

    Gain behind-the-scenes insight as Bard’s directors share their vision and inspiration for the 2026 Season.

  • Season Launch Reception, Presented by Nicola Wealth: Monday, April 20
    Raise a glass in celebration of our 2026 Season, savouring an evening filled with delightful entertainment! 
  • Meet the Artists: Wednesday, July 29
    Gather under the Marquee tent to discover more about our artists and production team, exploring the talents that contribute to our Season. 
  • Meet the Actors (TBD, Late September)
    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 4: The Merry Wives of Windsor
    Sunday, June 7: Macbeth
    Friday, June 26: Antigone
    Friday, July 3: Goblin:Oedipus
    
  • 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 6
    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.
    Thursday, June 4: The Merry Wives of Windsor
    Sunday, June 7: Macbeth
    Friday, June 26: Antigone
    Friday, July 3: Goblin:Oedipus
  • 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 26 
    Gather for an intimate evening hosted by Christopher Gaze
    to thank you for your incredible support.
  • Invitation to Season Opening Night: Friday, June 19

    Receive an exclusive invitation to the Opening Night of The Merry Wives of Windsor. 

• $5,000 or more

  Artistic Director’s Circle

  • Meet the cast and creative teams behind the 2026 Season productions.
    Tuesday, April 14: The Merry Wives of Windsor
    Friday, April 17: Macbeth
    Thursday, May 7: Antigone
  • Dinner on Stage: Monday, August 17
    Join us for an exclusive dining experience on the BMO Mainstage, complete with an exceptional meal and enchanting entertainment.

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