Become a Member
As a nonprofit organization, SPAC relies upon memberships and charitable donations to support our ongoing work to serve art, artists, and community.
As we celebrate SPAC’s 60th anniversary, maintaining and growing our membership base is more important than ever. Your membership will help sustain our cherished residencies with New York City Ballet, The Philadelphia Orchestra, Saratoga Jazz Festival, and Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, and make possible a wide range of new and exciting programming and arts education initiatives. Embracing an expanded definition of the arts — including performing arts, visual arts, literary arts, culinary arts, and healing arts — SPAC is your vibrant and enduring home for creativity surrounded by stunning natural splendor.
Join SPAC as a member today!
SPAC’s membership year now coincides with the calendar year (January 1 through December 31).
2027 memberships are now live!
Please note that some changes were made in member benefits for 2027 Applause, Ovation, and Bravo memberships — please take time to carefully review the italicized items below.
Please also be aware that SPAC member presales take place over several days, tiered by membership level. Visit an individual event page to see its specific member presale dates.
2026 membership benefits will expire on December 31, 2026, and you can join SPAC as a 2026 member until then. If this is of interest, you can choose 2026 as your membership year during registration — or feel free to contact Maddie McCarthy, Development and Events Coordinator, at 518-584-9330 ext. 142 or mmccarthy@spac.org with any questions.
Friends of SPAC ($125 – $2,499)
With a Friends of SPAC membership, you provide essential support of SPAC’s mission on stage and in our community. We offer several membership levels to make being a SPAC member possible for every budget.
If you have questions about Friends of SPAC memberships, please fill out our contact form or contact Maddie McCarthy, Development and Events Coordinator, at 518-584-9330 ext. 142
Select a membership level:
Applause $125 – $249
- Ticket priority access and static pricing during your presale for Ballet, Orchestra, Jazz Fest, and Spa Little Theater shows**
- Level 5 presale access
- Two (2) complimentary tickets per designated member rehearsal for Ballet and Orchestra (may attend two rehearsals)
- NEW Morning Meet & Mingle: Coffee with fellow members and SPAC leadership and/or other Friends of SPAC member events throughout the year
- 15% discount on Ballet, Orchestra, and Jazz Fest (excludes Spa Little Theater shows)
- 15% discount on SPAC merchandise
Ovation $250 – $499
Increased benefits at this level:
- Four (4) complimentary tickets to designated member rehearsals for Ballet and Orchestra (may attend three rehearsals)
Plus, these benefits from lower levels:
- Ticket priority access and static pricing during your presale for Ballet, Orchestra, Jazz Fest, and Spa Little Theater shows**
- Level 5 presale access
- Two (2) complimentary tickets per designated member rehearsal for Ballet and Orchestra (may attend two rehearsals)
- NEW Morning Meet & Mingle: Coffee with fellow members and SPAC leadership and/or other Friends of SPAC member events throughout the year
- 15% discount on Ballet, Orchestra, and Jazz Fest (excludes Spa Little Theater shows)
- 15% discount on SPAC merchandise
Bravo $500 – $999
Increased benefits at this level:
- Ticket priority access and static pricing during your presale for Ballet, Orchestra, Jazz Fest, and Spa Little Theater shows**
- Level 4 presale access
- Two (2) complimentary tickets to designated Member Nights for Ballet and Orchestra
- Annual Meeting with voting member status
- Listing in SPAC’s Ballet and Orchestra programs
- Four (4) complimentary tickets to designated member rehearsals for Ballet and Orchestra (may attend four rehearsals)
Plus, these benefits from lower levels:
- 15% discount on Ballet, Orchestra, and Jazz Fest (excludes Spa Little Theater shows)
- Morning Meet & Mingle: Coffee with fellow members and SPAC leadership and/or other Friends of SPAC member events throughout the year
- 15% discount on SPAC merchandise
This membership level has a $110 non-deductible value of benefits.*
Encore $1,000 – $2,499
Increased benefits at this level:
- Member-exclusive presale access, static pricing, and reduced fees for Live Nation**
- Level 4 access, max 2 tickets per show
- Access to a night on the Patrons’ Patio at a Ballet or Orchestra evening program of your choice***
- Monthly payment option: Encore starts at $83.33+/month
Plus, these benefits from lower levels:
- Ticket priority access and static pricing during your presale for Ballet, Orchestra, Jazz Fest, and Spa Little Theater shows**
- Level 4 presale access
- Two (2) complimentary tickets to designated Member Nights for Ballet and Orchestra
- Annual Meeting with voting member status
- Listing in SPAC’s Ballet and Orchestra programs
- Morning Meet & Mingle: Coffee with fellow members and SPAC leadership and/or other Friends of SPAC member events throughout the year
- Four (4) complimentary tickets to designated member rehearsals for Ballet and Orchestra (may attend four rehearsals)
- 15% discount on Ballet, Orchestra, and Jazz Fest (excludes Spa Little Theater shows)
- 15% discount on SPAC merchandise
This membership level has a $220 non-deductible value of benefits.*
Patron Program ($2,500 – $9,999)
SPAC Patron Members play a vital role in advancing our mission and keeping a vibrant arts culture alive in the Capital Region. Your generosity is recognized with premium benefits to enhance your SPAC experience.
If you have questions about the Patron program, please fill out our contact form or call Maddie McCarthy, Development and Events Coordinator, at 518.584.9330 ext. 142.
Select a membership level:
Patron $2,500 – $3,999
Increased benefits at this level:
- Ticket priority access and static pricing during your presale for Ballet, Orchestra, Jazz Fest, and Spa Little Theater shows**
- Level 3 presale access
- 20% discount on Ballet, Orchestra, and Jazz Fest (excludes Spa Little Theater shows)
- Member-exclusive presale access, static pricing, and reduced fees for Live Nation**
- Level 3 access, max 4 tickets per show
- Access to Patron member ticketing team for Ballet, Orchestra, and Live Nation booking assistance
- Patrons’ Club Dining access at Hall of Springs prior to most evening Ballet and Orchestra performances
- VIP parking: One (1) seasonal parking pass
- Patrons’ Patio access for two (2): Pre-show and intermission at Ballet and Orchestra evening programs, includes refreshments — NOT available for Live Nation***
- VIP gate entry and restrooms
- Invitation for two (2) to Patron Party
Plus, these benefits from lower levels:
- Two (2) complimentary tickets to designated Member Nights for Ballet and Orchestra
- Four (4) complimentary tickets to designated member rehearsals for Ballet and Orchestra (may attend four rehearsals)
- Annual Meeting with voting member status
- Listing in SPAC’s Ballet and Orchestra programs
- 15% discount on SPAC merchandise
This membership level has a $308 non-deductible value of benefits.* Monthly payment option for Patron starts at $208.33+/month.
Golden Patron $4,000 – $6,499
Increased benefits at this level:
- Ticket priority access and static pricing during your presale for Ballet, Orchestra, Jazz Fest, and Spa Little Theater shows**
- Level 2 access, max 4 tickets per show
- Member-exclusive presale access, static pricing, and reduced fees for Live Nation**
- Level 2 access, max 4 tickets per show
- Access to seats in prime locations
- Two (2) complimentary Classical Season Lawn Passes
- Two (2) complimentary Ballet and/or Orchestra lawn tickets for guests — per summer season (excludes Jazz Fest, film nights)
Plus, these benefits from lower levels:
- Two (2) complimentary tickets to designated Member Nights for Ballet and Orchestra
- Four (4) complimentary tickets to designated member rehearsals for Ballet and Orchestra (may attend four rehearsals)
- 20% discount on Ballet, Orchestra, and Jazz Fest (excludes Spa Little Theater shows)
- 15% discount on SPAC merchandise
- Annual Meeting with voting member status
- Listing in SPAC’s Ballet and Orchestra programs
- Access to Patron member ticketing team for Ballet, Orchestra, and Live Nation booking assistance
- Patrons’ Club Dining access at Hall of Springs prior to most evening Ballet and Orchestra performances
- VIP parking: One (1) seasonal parking pass
- Patrons’ Patio access for two (2): Pre-show and intermission at Ballet and Orchestra evening programs, includes refreshments — NOT available for Live Nation***
- VIP gate entry and restrooms
- Invitation for two (2) to Patron Party
This membership level has a $778 non-deductible value of benefits.*
Premier Patron $6,500 – $9,999
Increased benefits at this level:
- Ticket priority access and presale static pricing for Ballet, Orchestra, Jazz Fest, Chamber Music Society, and Spa Little Theater**
- Member-exclusive presale access, static pricing, and reduced fees for Live Nation**
- Level 1 access, max 4 tickets per show
- Fourteen (14) guest limit for Patrons’ Patio — NOT available for Live Nation (VIP parking may not be available to guests for certain shows)***
- Four (4) complimentary Ballet and/or Orchestra lawn tickets for guests — per summer season (excludes Jazz Fest, film nights)
- Classical ticket fees waived
- Invitation to special events and innovative programming
Plus, these benefits from lower levels:
- Two (2) complimentary tickets to designated Member Nights for Ballet and Orchestra
- Four (4) complimentary tickets to designated member rehearsals for Ballet and Orchestra (may attend four rehearsals)
- 20% discount on Ballet, Orchestra, and Jazz Fest (excludes Spa Little Theater shows)
- 15% discount on SPAC merchandise
- Annual Meeting with voting member status
- Listing in SPAC’s Ballet and Orchestra programs
- Access to Patron member ticketing team for Ballet, Orchestra, and Live Nation booking assistance
- Patrons’ Club Dining access at Hall of Springs prior to most evening Ballet and Orchestra performances
- VIP parking: One (1) seasonal parking pass
- Patrons’ Patio access for two (2): Pre-show and intermission at Ballet and Orchestra evening programs, includes refreshments — NOT available for Live Nation***
- VIP gate entry and restrooms
- Two (2) complimentary Classical Season Lawn Passes
- Access to seats in prime locations
- Invitation for two (2) to Patron Party
This membership level has a $848 non-deductible value of benefits.* Monthly payment option for Premier Patron starts at $541.67+/month.
President’s Circle ($10,000+)
President’s Circle memberships provide crucial cornerstone support for SPAC’s year-round artistic and educational programming onstage, in the classroom, and in the community.
As a member of the President’s Circle, you not only experience the magic of SPAC for yourself and your family, but also you join an association of community leaders committed to keeping a strong and vibrant arts culture alive in the Capital Region for generations to come.
In addition to every member benefit detailed above, President’s Circle members enjoy the best seats in the house year-round, top-tier ticketing priority, and unlimited access to the Pines Terrace throughout the classical season.
To discuss and learn more, fill out our contact form, or call Christine Dixon, Senior Director, Individual and Planned Giving, at 518.584.9330 ext. 112.
Select a membership level:
Director $10,000 – $14,999
Increased benefits at the Director level:
- Four (4) complimentary tickets to designated Member Nights for Ballet and Orchestra
- Unlimited access to Pines Terrace during Jazz Fest and pre-show and intermission at Ballet and Orchestra evening programs, includes refreshments***
- VIP parking: Two (2) seasonal parking passes
- President’s Circle Concierge Ticketing: Priority presale booking and dedicated ticketing person for Ballet, Orchestra, Jazz Fest, and Spa Little Theater shows
- Access by invitation to The VIP Club for Live Nation
Plus, all benefits from lower levels:
- Ticket priority access and static pricing during your presale for Ballet, Orchestra, Jazz Fest, and Spa Little Theater shows**
- Level 1 presale access
- Four (4) complimentary tickets to designated member rehearsals for Ballet and Orchestra (may attend four rehearsals)
- Member-exclusive presale access, static pricing, and reduced fees for Live Nation**
- Level 1 access, max 4 tickets per show
- 20% discount on Ballet, Orchestra, and Jazz Fest (excludes Spa Little Theater shows)
- 15% discount on SPAC merchandise
- Four (4) complimentary Ballet and/or Orchestra lawn tickets for guests – per summer season (excludes Jazz Fest, film nights)
- Ticket fees waived for Ballet, Orchestra, and Jazz Fest
- Patrons’ Club Dining access at Hall of Springs prior to most evening Ballet and Orchestra performances
- Annual Meeting with voting member status
- Listing in SPAC’s Ballet and Orchestra programs
- Patrons’ Patio access for two (2): Pre-show and intermission at Ballet and Orchestra evening programs, includes refreshments — NOT available for Live Nation***
- VIP gate entry and restrooms
- Invitation for two (2) to Patron Party
- Two (2) complimentary Classical Season Lawn Passes
- Access to seats in prime locations
- Invitation to special events and innovative programming
This membership level has a $848 non-deductible value of benefits.* Monthly payment option for Director starts at $833.33+/month.
Maestro $15,000 – $24,999
Increased benefit at the Maestro level:
- Listing in special acknowledgement section of Ballet and Orchestra programs
Plus, all benefits from lower levels:
- Four (4) complimentary tickets to designated Member Nights for Ballet and Orchestra (may attend four rehearsals)
- Unlimited access to Pines Terrace during Jazz Fest and pre-show and intermission at Ballet and Orchestra evening programs, includes refreshments***
- VIP parking: Two (2) seasonal parking passes
- President’s Circle Concierge Ticketing: Priority presale booking and dedicated ticketing person for Ballet, Orchestra, Jazz Fest, and Spa Little Theater shows
- Access by invitation to The VIP Club for Live Nation
- Ticket priority access and static pricing during your presale for Ballet, Orchestra, Jazz Fest, and Spa Little Theater shows**
- Level 1 presale access
- Member-exclusive presale access, static pricing, and reduced fees for Live Nation**
- Level 1 access, max 4 tickets per show
- 20% discount on Ballet, Orchestra, and Jazz Fest (excludes Spa Little Theater shows)
- 15% discount on SPAC merchandise
- Four (4) complimentary Ballet and/or Orchestra lawn tickets for guests — per summer season (excludes Jazz Fest, film nights)
- Ticket fees waived for Ballet, Orchestra, and Jazz Fest
- Four (4) complimentary tickets to designated member rehearsals for Ballet and Orchestra
- Patrons’ Club Dining access at Hall of Springs prior to most evening Ballet and Orchestra performances
- Annual meeting with voting member status
- Listing in SPAC’s Ballet and Orchestra programs
- Patrons’ Patio access for two (2): Pre-show and intermission at Ballet and Orchestra evening programs, includes refreshments — NOT available for Live Nation***
- VIP gate entry and restrooms
- Invitation for two (2) to Patron Party
- Two (2) complimentary Classical Season Lawn Passes
- Access to seats in prime locations
- Invitation to special events and innovative programming
This membership level has a $848 non-deductible value of benefits.* Monthly payment option for Maestro starts at $1,250+/month.
Chairman $25,000 – $49,999
Increased benefits at the Chairman level:
- Recognition on screen loop in Amphitheater and Pines Terrace
- Underwriting gifts at this level and above may also include an intimate reception, complimentary tickets, an acknowledgement in SPAC’s printed materials, and/or other bespoke recognition
Plus, all benefits from lower levels:
- Listing in special acknowledgement section of Ballet and Orchestra programs
- Four (4) complimentary tickets to designated Member Nights for Ballet and Orchestra (may attend four rehearsals)
- Unlimited access to Pines Terrace during Jazz Fest and pre-show and intermission at Ballet and Orchestra evening programs, includes refreshments***
- VIP parking: Two (2) seasonal parking passes
- President’s Circle Concierge Ticketing: Priority presale booking and dedicated ticketing person for Ballet, Orchestra, Jazz Fest, and Spa Little Theater shows
- Access by invitation to The VIP Club for Live Nation
- Ticket priority access and static pricing during your presale for Ballet, Orchestra, Jazz Fest, and Spa Little Theater shows**
- Level 1 presale access
- Member-exclusive presale access, static pricing, and reduced fees for Live Nation**
- Level 1 access, max 4 tickets per show
- 20% discount on Ballet, Orchestra, and Jazz Fest (excludes Spa Little Theater shows)
- 15% discount on SPAC merchandise
- Four (4) complimentary Ballet and/or Orchestra lawn tickets for guests — per summer season (excludes Jazz Fest, film nights)
- Ticket fees waived for Ballet, Orchestra, and Jazz Fest
- Four (4) complimentary tickets to designated member rehearsals for Ballet and Orchestra
- Patrons’ Club Dining access at Hall of Springs prior to most evening Ballet and Orchestra performances
- Annual Meeting with voting member status
- Listing in SPAC’s Ballet and Orchestra programs
- Patrons’ Patio access for two (2): Pre-show and intermission at Ballet and Orchestra evening programs, includes refreshments — NOT available for Live Nation***
- VIP gate entry and restrooms
- Invitation for two (2) to Patron Party
- Two (2) complimentary Classical Season Lawn Passes
- Access to seats in prime locations
- Invitation to special events and innovative programming
This membership level has a $848 non-deductible value of benefits.* Monthly payment option for Chairman starts at $2,083.33+/month.
Heritage $50,000 – $99,999
Increased benefits at the Heritage level:
- Specially reserved parking spots in our VIP parking lot
- Invitation to a private dinner, hosted by SPAC President and Board Chair
Plus, all benefits from lower levels:
- Listing in special acknowledgement section of Ballet and Orchestra programs
- Recognition on screen loop in Amphitheater and Pines Terrace
- Underwriting gifts may also include an intimate reception, complimentary tickets, an acknowledgement in SPAC’s printed materials, and/or other bespoke recognition
- Four (4) complimentary tickets to designated Member Nights for Ballet and Orchestra (may attend four rehearsals)
- Unlimited access to Pines Terrace during Jazz Fest and pre-show and intermission at Ballet and orchestra evening programs, includes refreshments***
- VIP parking: Two (2) seasonal parking passes
- President’s Circle Concierge Ticketing: Priority presale booking and dedicated ticketing person for Ballet, Orchestra, Jazz Fest, and Spa Little Theater shows
- Access by invitation to The VIP Club for Live Nation
- Ticket priority access and static pricing during your presale for Ballet, Orchestra, Jazz Fest, and Spa Little Theater shows**
- Level 1 presale access
- Member-exclusive presale access, static pricing, and reduced fees for Live Nation**
- Level 1 access, max 4 tickets per show
- 20% discount on Ballet, Orchestra, and Jazz Fest (excludes Spa Little Theater shows)
- 15% discount on SPAC merchandise
- Four (4) complimentary Ballet and/or Orchestra lawn tickets for guests – per summer season (excludes Jazz Fest, film nights)
- Ticket fees waived for Ballet, Orchestra, and Jazz Fest
- Four (4) complimentary tickets to designated member rehearsals for Ballet and Orchestra
- Patrons’ Club Dining access at Hall of Springs prior to most evening Ballet and Orchestra performances
- Annual Meeting with voting member status
- Listing in SPAC’s Ballet and Orchestra programs
- Patrons’ Patio access for two (2): Pre-show and intermission at Ballet and Orchestra evening programs, includes refreshments — NOT available for Live Nation***
- VIP gate entry and restrooms
- Invitation for two (2) to Patron Party
- Two (2) complimentary Classical Season Lawn Passes
- Access to seats in prime locations
- Invitation to special events and innovative programming
This membership level has a $848 non-deductible value of benefits.* Monthly payment option for Heritage starts at $4,166.67+/month.
Legacy $100,000+
Increased benefit at the Legacy level:
- Exclusive, bespoke experiences
Plus, all benefits from lower levels:
- Specially reserved parking spots in our VIP parking lot
- Invitation to a private dinner, hosted by SPAC President and Board Chair
- Listing in special acknowledgement section of Ballet and Orchestra programs
- Recognition on screen loop in Amphitheater and Pines Terrace
- Underwriting gifts may also include an intimate reception, complimentary tickets, an acknowledgement in SPAC’s printed materials, and/or other bespoke recognition
- Four (4) complimentary tickets to designated Member Nights for Ballet and Orchestra (may attend four rehearsals)
- Unlimited access to Pines Terrace during Jazz Fest and pre-show and intermission at Ballet and orchestra evening programs, includes refreshments***
- VIP parking: Two (2) seasonal parking passes
- President’s Circle Concierge Ticketing: Priority presale booking and dedicated ticketing person for Ballet, Orchestra, Jazz Fest, and Spa Little Theater shows
- Access by invitation to The VIP Club for Live Nation
- Ticket priority access and static pricing during your presale for Ballet, Orchestra, Jazz Fest, and Spa Little Theater shows**
- Level 1 presale access
- Member-exclusive presale access, static pricing, and reduced fees for Live Nation**
- Level 1 access, max 4 tickets per show
- Four (4) complimentary Ballet and/or Orchestra lawn tickets for guests – per summer season (excludes Jazz Fest, film nights)
- Ticket fees waived for Ballet, Orchestra, and Jazz Fest
- Invitation to special events and innovative programming
- 20% discount on Ballet, Orchestra, and Jazz Fest (excludes Spa Little Theater shows)
- Four (4) complimentary tickets to designated member rehearsals for Ballet and Orchestra
- Patrons’ Club Dining access at Hall of Springs prior to most evening Ballet and Orchestra performances
- 15% discount on SPAC merchandise
- Annual Meeting with voting member status
- Listing in SPAC’s Ballet and Orchestra programs
- Patrons’ Patio access for two (2): Pre-show and intermission at Ballet and Orchestra evening programs, includes refreshments — NOT available for Live Nation***
- VIP gate entry and restrooms
- Invitation for two (2) to Patron Party
- Two (2) complimentary Classical Season Lawn Passes
- Access to seats in prime locations
- Invitation to special events and innovative programming
This membership level has a $848 non-deductible value of benefits.* Monthly payment option for Legacy starts at $8,333.33+/month.
* You may receive tax advantages by declining the value of member benefits and paying for those benefits separately. Discuss gifts and IRA distributions with your tax advisors.
**Priority increases with membership level. Priority access and reduced fees only apply to online purchases during member presale. SPAC reserves the right to limit the number of member tickets available for purchase.
***Party size is limited to 4 people (including guests) at the Patrons’ Patio and Pines Terrace.
As a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, SPAC relies upon the sustaining financial support of our members to make our vision for the community a reality.
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