SHAKESPEARE'S GLOBE USA
Become a US Member and support our work
Our US Patrons’ organization, Shakespeare’s Globe USA, enables American supporters to continue participating in and contributing to the Globe’s work, on stage and off, on both sides of the Atlantic.
Shakespeare’s Globe has a long history of commitment from generous donors from the United States. It was American support that ensured the final completion of the spectacular wooden ‘O’ first envisioned by American actor and director Sam Wanamaker.
Shakespeare’s Globe is the realization of Sam Wanamaker’s vision and has become a world-renowned center of Shakespearean performance and education visited by tens of thousands of people from around the world every year.
We are deeply grateful for your support, now and in the future. As you can see from our Patron categories, your patronage at all levels allows you to enjoy great benefits both stateside and Bankside.
You can read the full terms and conditions online, and if you have any questions about our Membership Program, please email Jessica Lowery, our UK Head of Individual Giving.
Shakespeare’s Globe USA is a registered 501(c)(3) organization, and your gift is thus tax deductible to the full extent allowed by law.
HOW YOUR SUPPORT HELPS
Your donation ensures Shakespeare’s Globe remains accessible for all audiences and supports a cultural institution that transcends the boundaries of age, gender, race, background, and geography.
Your generosity creates incredible artistic performances and an unparalleled education program that continues to expand all over the world. Your support will help us spread the Globe word in the United States.
DONATE
ONLINE
Please use the link below to donate online using a credit or debit card. You will a tax receipt directly from Shakespeare’s Globe, USA within 48 hours of your transaction.
BY CHECK OR BANK TRANSFER
Please email Jessica Lowery, our UK Head of Individual Giving, who will be able to provide details of how to donate by check or bank transfer.
GIFT OF STOCK OR SECURITIES
These may be directly transferred through:
US DTC Securities
Receiving Custodian: Merrill Lynch
Tax ID: 36-3136379
DTC number: 8862
Account number: 2Z8-02257
Account name: Shakespeare’s Globe Center USA
Reference: Gift from [Donor Name]
Please email Jessica Lowery, our UK Head of Individual Giving, about the type and number of shares and how you would like your gift to be designated.
BECOME A PATRON
Becoming a US Patron is one of the most impactful ways you can support our work from across the pond.
As a US First Folio, Printer’s, Illustrator’s or Scribe’s Circle Patron, the UK team will be delighted to personally welcome you to Shakespeare’s Globe when in London and thank you for your support through bespoke ticket booking and personal assistance during your visit, as well as access to sold out shows in top-category seats reserved exclusively for Patrons.
US FIRST FOLIO CIRCLE
$10,000+
US PRINTER'S CIRCLE
$5,000
All the benefits of being an Illustrator, plus:
- Access to sold out performances up to 48 hours before a performance in top-category seats reserved exclusively for Patrons (subject to availability)
- Private demonstration of our Printing Press for four (subject to availability)
- Opportunity to book bespoke private backstage tours in London
US ILLUSTRATOR'S CIRCLE
$2,500
US SCRIBE'S CIRCLE
$1,000
- Access to sold out performances up to three weeks before a performance in top-category seats reserved exclusively for Patrons (subject to availability)
- Advance Priority Booking for all theatre seasons
- Personalised booking via the Membership Office
- Complimentary programme for the first performance of every production attended
- Complimentary cushions for every performance attended in the Globe Theatre
- Acknowledgement in all Globe programmes
- Acknowledgement on our website
- Acknowledgement of your support on our Supporters’ Wall
- A subscription to Globe Player
- 20% discount at the Globe Shop and 10% discount at the Swan Bar & Restaurant
- Two complimentary tickets to the Globe Theatre Guided Tour to explore the space and learn more about our history
- Access to biannual editions of Globe magazine
- Access to the digital Members’ Room for behind-the-scenes content, events, news and offers
- Regular mailings and email newsletters with news, updates on the impact of your support and information on season announcements
- Invitations to supporter events in the UK and US (additional costs may apply)
- Invitation for two to The Shakespeare’s Globe Weekender in the UK, an exclusive event where you are invited to experience all-things-Globe over a weekend filled with shows, backstage access, private tours and receptions (subject to availability and additional costs apply)
BECOME A GLOBE GUARDIAN
Ensure Shakespeare’s Globe’s longevity through a planned gift. Becoming a Globe Guardian preserves the engaging and powerful work of Shakespeare’s Globe for future generations.
During your lifetime, you have experienced the transformative power of Shakespeare through the Globe’s captivating, thought-provoking performances and its exceptional education program. Help to ensure that others will have the chance to experience Shakespeare’s Globe the same way by making a planned gift.
Bestowing a planned gift costs nothing during your lifetime, may have important federal and state estate tax benefits upon its maturity, and helps to ensure the future of Shakespeare’s Globe for generations to come. We are happy to work with you and your advisors to assist you in making a gift.
There are several ways of bestowing a planned gift, including: bequests through your will or trust; a gift through your life insurance policy, retirement plan, or bank accounts; a gift of real estate.
You should consult with your legal, estate, and tax advisors in considering such a gift, and in assessing its impact on your own planning.
For a gift in your will or trust, we recommend discussing the following language with your advisors:
‘I give and bequeath to Shakespeare Globe Centre USA Inc. d.b.a. Shakespeare’s Globe, USA, a New York not-for-profit whose address is 90 East End Avenue, Apt 21a, New York, NY 10028, tax identification number 36-3136379 (the sum of $____) or (_____% of the rest, residue, and remainder of my estate) for its unrestricted use and purposes.’
CONTACT US
For more information regarding planned giving, please email Jessica Lowery, our UK Head of Individual Giving.
MATCHING DONATIONS
Your patronage has the potential to double or even triple through matching gift programs, increasing the power and impact of your gift.
Ask your employer or organization if they participate in a matching gift program, enabling your donation to grow to more than twice its original amount, at no cost to you.
If your company or organization will match your donation, we will be more than happy to assist you in completing the necessary steps to secure the augmented gift and your appropriate recognition.
OTHER MEMBERSHIPS
Our US fans are also welcome to join any of our other Membership schemes.
Just note that the tax advantages available to US taxpayers joining the Shakespeare’s Globe USA scheme are not available for these other levels.
