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As a nonprofit organization, the continued support of individuals, corporations and foundations enables us to continue our mission here at Shea's Performing Arts Center: “To restore and maintain Shea’s Buffalo Theatre for present and future generations to enjoy as a working historic theatre providing a wide variety of live performing arts experiences for our patrons and innovative and effective educational experiences fostering an appreciation of live theatre by area youth.”

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We appreciate your contribution

With so many new, award-winning productions coming through Shea’s, including two of the biggest Broadway Blockbusters in Hamilton and Dear Evan Hansen, the Wonder Theatre has never shined brighter.

But we need continued leadership and support to keep Shea’s shining bright as the crown jewel of Western New York. Presenting theaters like ours retain only a small percentage of ticket sales which means donations to our Annual Fund are critical to all that we do.

Your donation will help us:

Execute ongoing restoration projects to ensure Shea’s Buffalo shines bright for future generations
Expand our arts engagement and educational opportunities for adults and children of all ages
Improve the overall operations and patron experience
Enrich the opportunities and capabilities we have outlined in our capital projects
And so much more.

Our gratitude for your generous support of this theatre, your patronage, and your unmatched loyalty and dedication is something we will never be able to fully put into words.

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Donation Benefits

We greatly appreciate your support and as a token of our gratitude, donors are entitled to the following benefits:

Walk of Fame

$100,000 plus

Exclusive benefits - Details upon request

Tiffany Star

$25,000 - $99,999

Exclusive benefits - Details upon request

Chairman

$10,000 - $24,999

Complimentary use of Shea’s Grand Lobby for a private function, party or meeting (Some restrictions may apply)
Plus all Producer Benefits

Producer

$5,000 - $9,999

Five complimentary parking passes for use in the lot next to Shea’s on Pearl Street
Plus all Director Benefits

Director

$2,500 - $4,999

Opportunity to purchase box seats for concerts and other special events (Some restrictions may apply)
Plus all President’s Circle Benefits

President's Circle

$1,000 - $2,499

Priority ticket purchase opportunities for shows and concerts before the general public
Plus all Guild Member Benefits

Guild Member

$500 - $999

Access to Shea’s Drapanas Spotlight Lounge (includes complimentary refreshments and coat check) for card holder and up to three guests for all Broadway shows and specials at Shea’s
Voting privileges at Shea’s Annual Meeting
Discount tickets to select shows and events at Shea’s (Must have donor email for notification)
Personalized ticketing service to Shea’s and other cities including New York and Toronto
Plus all Cast Member benefits

Cast Member

$250 - $499

Recognition for one year in Shea’s Playbill and on Shea’s Wall of Donors and Supporters, located in the theatre lobby
Acknowledgement in Shea’s Annual Report

Friends of Michael Shea

$25 - $249

Acknowledgement in Shea’s Annual Report

In Memorial

Any amount

Donations given in memory of a loved one will recieve recognition for one year in Shea’s Playbill and on Shea’s Wall of Donors and Supporters, located in the theatre lobby
Acknowledgement in Shea’s Annual Report

Spotlight Lounge

Did you know donors of Shea's Performing Arts Center, who donate $500 or more annually, receive yearly access to this exclusive lounge during Broadway performances at Shea's Buffalo Theatre? With complimentary beverages, light refreshments, and coat check - the Spotlight Lounge opens one hour before show-time and is located at the top of the grand staircase.

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Your Name in Lights

Enhance your theatre experience at Shea’s with the ultimate welcome message on Shea’s Main Street Marquee! You choose the performance and it will be on rotation starting 2 hours before and ending 1 hour after the show! A once-in-a-lifetime photo opportunity that you can share with family and friends, use on social media or turn into a holiday card! The possibilities are endless.