Every thrilling performance and each inspirational program that happen at The Smith Center do so because of the generous philanthropic support of our Members.
"The Smith Center is such a great venue for the arts. Those of us who live here, we have to ensure our community is taken care of."
Brian M.
Member of The Smith Center
Every thrilling performance and inspirational program that happens at The Smith Center does so because of the generous philanthropic support of our Members. As much as 25 percent of each season’s operational costs are covered by people like you who believe in the power of the performing arts and the impact it has on our Southern Nevada community.
With support from Members, we can continue to bring world-class performing arts to the Las Vegas valley, as well as provide arts-integrated education and outreach programs to hundreds of thousands of students and teachers through student matinees, artist residencies and in-school performances. Your support also helps us to ensure that tickets to a wide range of performances on all of our stages are available and accessible.
As a thank you for your support, becoming a Member of The Smith Center comes with many exciting benefits to help your experience at The Smith Center including:
CENTER STAGE MEMBER E-NEWSLETTER
INVITATIONS TO SELECT EDUCATION AND OUTREACH PROGRAMS
PRE-SALE OPPORTUNITIES
SPECIAL DISCOUNTS TO SELECT SHOWS
COMMEMORATIVE MUG
RECOGNITION
INVITATIONS TO SPECIAL EVENTS
INVITATION TO BROADWAY LAS VEGAS® SERIES ANNOUNCEMENT
MEET & GREET OPPORTUNITIES
COMPLIMENTARY PARKING IN DESIGNATED AREAS
FOUNDERS ROOM ACCESS
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All Member benefits are valid for one year from the date of the gift and are subject to change without notice.
Chairman’s Club members are arts advocates and community leaders whose significant philanthropic investment in The Smith Center makes all we do even more possible. Your substantial gift ensures that we can continue to produce and present world-class performing arts and inspirational education and outreach opportunities throughout Southern Nevada.
As our appreciation for your unique support, The Smith Center is pleased to provide you with a variety of recognition opportunities to express our gratitude, including an invitation to an exclusive, invitation-only annual event hosted by The Smith Center’s board chairman, board members, President/CEO and senior staff.
For more information about our Chairman’s Club, please contact Emma Durant, Director of Philanthropy at 702-749-2379 or via email at emmadurant@thesmithcenter.com.
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“I felt a cultural void when I moved here and wanted to be a part of the solution. Then I saw The Smith Center. I believe it can be a catalyst for the necessary evolution and further growth of the community.”
Benson R.
Member of The Smith Center
Membership includes exciting events, meet-and-greets and special invitiations.
Members enjoy lite bites and cocktails at a special Members reception during Season Showcase.
Members enjoy lite bites and cocktails at a special Members reception on-stage.
Members enjoy exclusive meet-and-greets with select artists like Jackie Evancho.
Members enjoy exclusive meet-and-greets with select artists like Michael Bolton.
Members enjoy exclusive meet-and-greets with select artists like Sutton Foster.
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Community Members’ Donations Helping The Smith Center in Challenging Times
Lynne Lerner takes great pride in being involved with The Smith Center from its beginning. “The opening night is still my favorite event there,” says Lynne, whose contributions with her husband Mark helped support the opening of The Smith Center, a nonprofit organization.
Smith Center Donors Meet Entertainment Legends
Ever since Jillian Stewart sparked an interest in theater at age 12, the Vegas resident idolized Broadway and television star Sutton Foster. “I looked up to Sutton Foster, not only for her talent but most importantly for her character,” says Stewart, a student at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas whose family supports The Smith Center as donors.
Ticket Donations Help to Ensure the Show Will Go On
Beginning with appearing in an award-winning production of Man of La Mancha in Chicago in her 20s, Helen B. Arnold began a lifelong passion for music and the performing arts that continues today. Arnold, a dedicated patron and generous supporter of The Smith Center, views the performing arts as “food for the soul."
Share Your “Mug-Shot” to Celebrate Your Favorite Smith Center Memory
If you’re among those who have generously supported The Smith Center through a donation of $500 or more, then you are probably the proud owner of a commemorative Smith Center mug. Made of ceramic and featuring The Smith Center logo, your mug might be useful for toasting The Smith Center with your coffee each morning, or for serving as a reminder of your favorite shows every time you drop your best pens inside it.