The Donor Experience

At Paper Mill Playhouse, moments on stage spark imagination, ignite possibility, and move audiences to laughter, tears, and standing ovations. If you’ve ever been moved by a performance here, you’ve experienced the power of live theater.

When you give, you help make those moments possible. Your generosity supports Broadway-caliber productions, arts education programs that help young people find their voice, and community access to the magic of live theater.

Many supporters choose one of these giving levels to make an immediate impact:

$100 | Helps introduce new audiences to the joy of live theater.

$200 | Supports arts education programs that help young people find their voice.

$500 | Helps bring Broadway-caliber artists to our stage.

$1,200 | Join the Center Stage Society and enjoy unique donor experiences throughout the season.

Support Live Theater

Prefer to give monthly?

Many supporters choose to give monthly. Our team can quickly set up a recurring gift for you—just email Giving@PaperMill.org or call 973.315.1700.

Giving Levels & Experiences

Your gift supports Paper Mill’s productions, education programs, and community access initiatives.

In return, donors enjoy a range of experiences that bring you closer to the art you love.

Each giving level builds upon the experiences of the previous level.

New to giving? Many supporters begin with a gift of $100-$500 or by becoming a monthly donor.

Ensemble Society – Donor, Fan, Supporter, Sponsor & Patron
Center Stage Society – Join the community of donors who experience Paper Mill Playhouse from the inside – Benefactor, Artist, Star, Partner, Encore, Composer, Director, Marquee, Producer and Premiere

Donor | $1–$99

Every gift makes a difference. Your support helps keep Paper Mill Playhouse accessible to everyone and introduces new audiences to the joy of live theater.

100% tax-deductible

Fan | $100–$199 (or starting at $8.34 a month)

20% discount at the gift shop
20% discount at the lobby bar (up to 4 drinks per performance)

100% tax-deductible

Supporter | $200–$499 (or starting at $16.67 a month)

Invitation for two to attend a selected dress rehearsal
Recognition in all mainstage programs for one year

100% tax-deductible

Sponsor | $500–$749 (or starting at $41.67 a month)

Invitation for two to attend a selected technical rehearsal
Priority assistance with subscription seat changes and upgrades

100% tax-deductible

Patron | $750–$1,199 (or starting at $62.50 a month)

A complimentary “Bring-a-Friend” ticket to a mainstage performance
Invitation for two to an exclusive donor gathering
Invitations to additional technical rehearsals throughout the season
Complimentary ticket exchanges

Benefit Value: $40

Benefactor | $1,200–$1,799 (or starting at $100 a month)

Access to the Donor Lounge before performances and during intermission
Invitations for two to select dress rehearsals throughout the season
Opportunity to purchase two premium donor seats for a mainstage production
Recognition in the lobby and Donor Lounge
Invitation for two to the annual New Voices concert and reception

Benefit Value: $90

Artist | $1,800–$2,999 (or starting at $150 a month)

Opportunity to purchase four premium donor seats for each mainstage production
Invitation for two to a backstage tour
Two complimentary parking passes

Benefit Value: $114

Star | $3,000–$4,999 (or starting at $250 a month)

Invitations for two to select opening night celebrations
Broadway ticket concierge service
Season-long complimentary parking

Benefit Value: $150

Partner | $5,000–$7,499 (or starting at $416.67 a month)

Opportunity to purchase 10 premium donor seats for each mainstage production
Donor concierge service, including assistance with ticketing, dining reservations, and priority subscription seating
Invitation for two to observe a private technical rehearsal (when available)

Benefit Value: $150

Encore | $7,500–$9,999 (or starting at $625 a month)

Two complimentary tickets to a performance of your choice

Benefit Value: $310

Composer | $10,000–$14,999 (or starting at $833.34 a month)

Invitation for two to observe a rehearsal in New York City (when available)

Benefit Value: $310

Director | $15,000–$24,999 (or starting at $1,250 a month)

Opportunity to be a Spotlight Sponsor for a production of your choice
Four tickets to a performance of your sponsored production
Autographed program from the cast of your sponsored production (upon request)

Benefit Value: $470

Marquee | $25,000–$49,999 (or starting at $2,083 a month)

Opportunity to be a Production Sponsor for a show of your choice
Eight tickets to the opening night of your sponsored production
Recognition as a Production Sponsor in the program and on-site signage
Additional behind-the-scenes experiences with the artistic team throughout the season

Benefit Value: $470

Producer | $50,000–$99,999

Customized engagement opportunities based on your interests and philanthropic goals

Premiere | $100,000+

Bespoke engagement opportunities and recognition aligned with your philanthropic vision

To discuss making a gift of $25,000 or more, please contact:
Ben McCarthy, Associate Director of Major Gifts
973.315.1665 | BMcCarthy@PaperMill.org

WAYS TO GIVE

Make Your Gift

MONTHLY. Email Giving@PaperMill.org or call 973.315.1700 and our team will set it up for you.
PHONE. Call 973.315.1700 to make your gift.
MAIL. Send checks payable to Paper Mill Playhouse to: 22 Brookside Dr., Millburn, NJ 07041
STOCK + SECURITIES. Give appreciated assets and potentially avoid capital gains tax.Download instructions.
DONOR-ADVISED FUNDS. Recommend a gift through your DAF.
IRA / QUALIFIED CHARITABLE DISTRIBUTION (QCD). If you are 70½ or older, you may give up to $100,000 per year directly from your IRA, tax-free.