Charleston Stage’s donor society offering year-round access, artist engagement, and behind-the-scenes experiences.
The Director’s Circle is Charleston Stage’s annual membership for those who want a deeper connection to the work happening both onstage and behind the scenes.
Director’s Circle members are invited into the room where it happens. Through gatherings with artists, behind-the-scenes access, and special events throughout the season, members experience the creative life of Charleston Stage in a more personal way.
Members enjoy unique access to Charleston Stage productions while also helping sustain the work that reaches beyond the stage.
At Charleston Stage — where creativity thrives and our community comes together — the Director’s Circle offers a meaningful way to experience theatre while supporting the work that makes it possible.
It’s not simply about attending a performance.
It’s about having a place in the room where it happens.
Why Director’s Circle Matters
Support from Director’s Circle members helps sustain Charleston Stage’s work both onstage and in the community.
Each year, Charleston Stage serves nearly 100,000 patrons and students through performances, education programs, touring productions, and TheatreSchool classes across the Lowcountry.
Director’s Circle members help ensure that live theatre remains accessible, vibrant, and part of the cultural life of our community.
Gatherings & Experiences
Director’s Circle members are invited to special events throughout the season that bring supporters, artists, and creative teams together.
Opening Night receptions are held for each MainStage production, offering members the opportunity to gather before the performance. For those who prefer a different time, Closing Matinee brunches take place on the final Sunday of each run.
Additional invitations throughout the year include dress rehearsals, artist conversations, and behind-the-scenes experiences that offer insight into how Charleston Stage productions come to life.
Member Benefits
Director’s Circle membership includes:
- Opening Night premium seating and pre-show cocktail receptions for six MainStage productions
- Closing Matinee brunches during the final Sunday performance of each show
- Private dinners with Charleston Stage artists and members of the creative team, hosted at the theatre and in select private homes
- Conversations with actors, designers, and directors
- Invitations to select dress rehearsals
- Behind-the-scenes tours of the Dock Street Theatre and West Ashley Theatre Center
- Recognition in playbills, Charleston Stage emails, and on our website
For Returning Members
As a returning Director’s Circle member, you already know Charleston Stage is more than a place to see a performance. It is a place where audiences and artists come together to share stories and create something meaningful.
Renewing your annual membership ensures continued access to the experiences you enjoy while helping support the productions on our stages and the education programs that reach thousands of students across the Lowcountry each year.
Your renewal keeps you connected to Charleston Stage — and in the room where it happens.
Join the Director’s Circle
Be part of the room where it happens.
Director’s Circle membership offers year-round access to Charleston Stage productions, special gatherings with artists, and a deeper connection to the creative life of the theatre. Your support also helps sustain the performances, education programs, and outreach that serve audiences and students across the Lowcountry.
Whether you are joining for the first time or renewing your membership, we invite you to take your place in the Director’s Circle.
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Membership levels & Benefits
$3,500 Platinum Membership (for Two)
Fair Market Value of Benefits: $1,480
- Invitations for two to your choice of Opening Nights or Closing Matinees for six mainstage productions
- Priority premium seating with the option to select guaranteed seat locations
- VIP pre-show receptions
- Dedicated Director’s Circle box office liaison
- Six guest passes for performances of your choice
- Invitations to select behind-the-scenes and members-only events, including artist conversations and dress rehearsals
- Listing in the season playbill
$2,500 general Membership (for Two)
Fair Market Value of Benefits: $1,205
- Invitations for two to your choice of Opening Nights or Closing Matinees for six mainstage productions
- Premium seating and VIP pre-show receptions
- Dedicated Director’s Circle box office liaison
- Two guest passes for performances of your choice
- Invitations to select behind-the-scenes and members-only events
- Listing in the season playbill
$1,750 platinum Membership (single)
Fair Market Value of Benefits: $740
- Invitations for one to your choice of Opening Nights or Closing Matinees for six mainstage productions
- Priority premium seating with the option to select guaranteed seat locations
- VIP pre-show receptions
- Dedicated Director’s Circle box office liaison
- Three guest passes for performances of your choice
- Invitations to select behind-the-scenes and members-only events
- Listing in the season playbill
$1,250 general Membership (single)
Fair Market Value of Benefits: $600
- Invitations for one to your choice of Opening Nights or Closing Matinees for six mainstage productions
- Premium seating and VIP pre-show receptions
- Dedicated Director’s Circle box office liaison
- One guest pass for a performance of your choice
- Invitations to select behind-the-scenes and members-only events
- Listing in the season playbill
2026-2027 season experiences
opening night performances | closing matinee receptions
| OPENING NIGHT | CLOSING MATINEE |
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Little Women – July 15, 2026 |
July 26, 2026 |
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