Become a Member
Your membership donation will contribute to the continued presentation of our cherished residencies with New York City Ballet, The Philadelphia Orchestra, Freihofer’s Saratoga Jazz Festival, and Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, as well as our expanding arts educational programs. Along with yearlong programming in performing, visual, literary, culinary, and healing arts, we need your support now more than ever!
We invite you to join us as a member today.
Friends of SPAC ($100 – $2,249)
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 AND provide money-saving benefits like a 15% discount on Ballet, Orchestra and Jazz Fest tickets, and free admission to designated member rehearsals. At certain levels you can also receive complimentary tickets to member nights for Ballet and Orchestra, and ticket access to Live Nation events.
If you have questions about Friends of SPAC memberships, please fill out our contact form or contact Maddie McCarthy at 518-584-9330 ext. 142
| BENEFIT | APPLAUSE | OVATION | BRAVO | ENCORE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost | $100-199 | $200-399 | $400-699 | $700-2,249 |
| Non-Deductible Value of Benefits* | $110 | $220 | ||
| Ticket Priority for Ballet, Orchestra, Jazz Fest, CMS, and Spa Little Theater** |
Level 5 | Level 5 | Level 4 | Level 4 |
| Complimentary Tickets to Designated Member Rehearsals for Ballet and Orchestra |
2 | 4 | 6 | 6 |
| Discount on Ballet, Orchestra, and Jazz Fest Tickets |
15% | 15% | 15% | 15% |
| NEW – Discount on Spa Little Theater Tickets (excludes Holiday Programming) |
15% | 15% | 15% | 15% |
| NEW – 15% Discount on SPAC Merchandise (Online Only) |
✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Complimentary Tickets to Designated Member Nights for Ballet or Orchestra |
2 | 4 | ||
| Invitation to Annual Meeting with Voting Member Status |
✔️ | ✔️ | ||
| Listing in SPAC’s Ballet and Orchestra Programs |
✔️ | ✔️ | ||
| Ticket Priority Access to Live Nation Events** |
Level 5 | Level 4 | ||
| Maximum # of Tickets Available Per Show for Live Nation Events |
2 | 4 | ||
| Static Pricing and Reduced Fees for Live Nation Tickets |
✔️ | ✔️ | ||
| NEW – Access to One Night on the Patrons’ Patio at a Ballet or Orchestra Evening Program of Your Choice*** |
✔️ |
Join as a Friends of SPAC Member
*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. SPAC reserves the right to limit the number of member tickets available for purchase.
***Includes Complimentary Drinks and Lite Fare – limit four (4) people per party.
Patron Program ($2,250 – $9,999)
SPAC Patron Members play a vital role in advancing our mission. Your support is crucial for helping ensure the continuation of SPAC’s cherished residencies New York City Ballet, The Philadelphia Orchestra, Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, as well as its innovative year-round programming, expanding educational work and community outreach. Your generosity is recognized with premium benefits to enhance every experience you have at SPAC.
If you have questions about the Patron program, please fill out our contact form or call Frank Tessier at 518.584.9330 ext. 134.
| BENEFIT | PATRON | GOLDEN PATRON | PREMIERE PATRON |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost | $2,250-3,749 | $3,750-6,249 | $6,250-9,999 |
| Non-Deductible Value of Benefits | $308 | $778 | $848 |
| All “Encore” Member Benefits | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Ticket Priority for Ballet, Orchestra, Jazz Fest, CMS, and Spa Little Theater** |
Level 3 | Level 2 | Level 1 |
| Discount on Ballet, Orchestra, and Jazz Fest Tickets |
20% | 20% | 20% |
| NEW – Discount on Spa Little Theater Tickets (excludes Holiday Programming) |
20% | 20% | 20% |
| Ticket Priority Access to Live Nation Events** |
Level 3 | Level 2 | Level 1 |
| Access to Patrons’ Club Dining at Hall of Springs Prior to Evening Ballet and Orchestra Performances |
✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| VIP Concierge Ticket Experience: Priority Presale Booking and VIP Ticket Pickup – No Lines! |
✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| VIP Patron Parking, Restrooms, and Charlie Gate Entry |
✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Access to Patrons’ Patio during Pre-Show and Intermission at Ballet and Orchestra Evening Programs*** |
✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Invitation for Two (2) to Patron Party Reception |
✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Access to Exclusive House Seats in Prime Locations (pending availability) |
✔️ | ✔️ | |
| Classical Season Lawn Passes | 2 | 2 | |
| Complimentary Classical Lawn Tickets – per season (excludes Jazz Fest, Film Nights) |
2 | 4 | |
| Classical Ticket Fees Waived | ✔️ | ||
| Invitation to Special Events and Innovative Programming | ✔️ |
*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. SPAC reserves the right to limit the number of member tickets available for purchase.
***Includes Complimentary Drinks and Lite Fare – limit four (4) people per party.
President’s Circle ($10,000+)
President’s Circle members provide cornerstone support for Saratoga Performing Arts Center’s year-round work onstage and in the community. Your generous investment is crucial for helping ensure the continuation of SPAC’s cherished residencies New York City Ballet, The Philadelphia Orchestra, Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, as well as its innovative year-round programming, expanding educational work and community outreach.
As a member of the President’s Circle, we bring you closer to the heart of SPAC’s mission with invitations to exclusive events and behind-the-scenes gatherings, joined by artists and cultural leaders.
Throughout the classical season, enjoy unlimited access to SPAC’s new Pines Terrace and receive every membership benefit we offer.
To discuss and learn more, fill out our contact form, or call Christine Dixon at 518.584.9330 ext. 112
Throughout the classical season, enjoy unlimited access to the new Pines Terrace and every member benefit shown above plus the best seats in the house, top ticketing priority for all SPAC performances and concerts, invitations to exclusive events and behind the scenes gatherings, joined by artists and cultural leaders.
| BENEFIT | DIRECTOR | MAESTRO | CHAIRMAN | HERITAGE | LEGACY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost | $10,000- 14,999 |
$15,000- 24,999 |
$25,000- 49,999 |
$50,000- 99,999 |
$100,000+ |
| Non-Deductible Value of Benefits |
$848 | $848 | $848 | $848 | $848 |
| All “Premiere Patron” Member Benefits | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Unlimited Access to The Pines Terrace during Pre-Show and Intermission at Jazz Fest, Ballet, and Orchestra Evening Programs*** |
✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Access by Invitation to The VIP Club for Live Nation Events |
✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Chairman ($25K+) level underwriting gifts may also include an intimate reception, complimentary tickets, an acknowledgment in SPAC’s printed materials, and/or other recognition |
✔️ | ✔️ |
Join the President’s Circle now!
*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. SPAC reserves the right to limit the number of member tickets available for purchase.
***Includes Complimentary Drinks and Lite Fare – limit four (4) people per party.
Download a PDF of all membership benefits
As a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, SPAC relies upon the sustaining financial support of our members and patrons to make our vision for the community a reality.
Tax ID 14-1466353.