Urbanite Theatre is a national leader in developing new work and creating intimate theatrical experiences that challenge perspectives, spark conversation, and strengthen our community through storytelling.
With just 65 seats, every audience member experiences theatre at its most immediate, personal, and transformative. Yet despite our size, Urbanite is committed to paying artists, designers, and staff a livable wage—matching the compensation standards of theatres four times larger.
Every production, new play development opportunity, and community engagement program is made possible through the generosity of donors. Your support helps us bring extraordinary artists to Sarasota, nurture local talent, develop groundbreaking new work, and ensure that bold, professional theatre continues to thrive in our community.
Your Support Makes Possible:
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New play development, workshops, and world premieres
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Professional salaries for actors, directors, designers, stage managers, and production staff
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Artist housing and travel for guest artists from across the country
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Sets, costumes, lighting, sound, and other production expenses
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Community engagement and educational programming
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Opportunities for local artists and theatre-makers
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Affordable access to bold, thought-provoking theatre
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The continued growth of a nationally recognized Sarasota arts organization
A gift of any size helps provide a home away from home for visiting artists, supports the creation of new work, and ensures that the stories presented on our stage continue to challenge, inspire, and connect our community.
Together, we create a space where artists take risks, audiences engage deeply, and stories inspire connection, empathy, and change.
With your help, together we'll secure a lasting legacy for new work in Sarasota!
Every gift matters. Learn more about your benefits as a donor below.
Producing Partner ($50,000+)
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Your Name listed as an Producing Partner Producer for the entire season (or 1 year from gift), along with recognition on two productions of your choice.
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Four Flex Passes (16 tickets) to use at your discretion.
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Digital Slide in the program to use at your discretion.
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Dedicated Social Media and newsletter feature.
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Customizable options available upon request.
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All benefits of lower tiers.
Presenting Producer ($20,000-$49,999)
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Your Name listed as an Executive Producer for the entire season (or 1 year from gift), along with assignment to 1 specific production of your choice.
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Invitation to (1) pre-production meeting.
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Presenting Producer Flex Pass (10 tickets) to use at your discretion.
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Invitation & Guaranteed Reserved seating to all Urbanite Special Events.
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(1) cocktail + dinner party for you and your friends hosted by the Producing Artistic Director and Urbanite Team.
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Special Urbanite Swag
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Customizable options available upon request.
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All benefits of lower tiers.
Executive Producer ($10,000-$19,999)
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Your Name listed as an Executive Producer for the entire season (or 1 year from gift), along with assignment to 1 specific production of your choice.
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Invitation to First Read & Final Dress rehearsals to ALL productions.
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Executive Producer Flex Pass (8 tickets) to use at your discretion.
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Invitation & Guaranteed Reserved seating to all Urbanite Special Events.
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One private dinner hosted by the Producing Artistic Director and Urbanite Team.
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Private and Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Tour of Urbanite Facilities for (4).
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All benefits of lower tiers.
Co-Producer ($5,000-$9,999)
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Your Name listed as a Co-Producer for the entire season (or 1 year from gift), along with assignment to 1 specific production of your choice.
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Invitation to First Read & Final Dress rehearsals to (1) assigned show.
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Co-Producer Flex Pass (4 tickets) to use at your discretion.
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Guaranteed Reserved Seating for all productions.
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One pre-show wine and cheese night hosted by the Producing Artistic Director and Urbanite Team.
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All benefits of lower tiers.
Associate Producer ($2,500-$4,999)
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Your Name listed as an Associate Producer for the entire season (or 1 year from gift), along with assignment to 1 specific production of your choice.
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Your Name acknowledged in lobby display posters.
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Invitation to a private (pre-public) Season Announcement Party
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(1) Email “Meet the Producers” email acknowledging donation and celebrating you as a member of Urbanite’s Producer Circle
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Acknowledgment during pre-show announcement
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Invitation to Final Dress rehearsal to (1) assigned show.
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Associate Producer Flex Pass (2 tickets) to use at your discretion.
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Invitation to the EXCLUSIVE Producer’s ONLY Circle Party.
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Urbanite Swag
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All benefits of lower tiers.
City Council ($1,000-$2,499)
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Invitation to a First-Read of a Season Play.
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Your Name listed in digital program under “City Council.”
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All benefits of lower tiers.
Neighborhood Watch ($500-$999)
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2 Tickets to our EXCLUSIVE Annual Donor Appreciation Brunch.
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Your Name listed in digital program under “Neighborhood Watch.”
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All benefits of lower tiers.
Lifeguard ($100-$499)
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Urbanite Swag
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Your Name listed on the supporters section of our website under 2026-2027 season or for one fiscal year from the date of your gift.
Townspeople (Under $100)
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Your Name listed on the supporters section of our website under 2026-2027 season or for one fiscal year from the date of your gift
Other ways to support
Whether its donating stocks, securities, a legacy gift, a bequest through your will, charitable transfers from your IRA, or honoring the life of a special person, there are a variety of ways to support Urbanite Theatre in alternate ways.
Urbanite Theatre is pleased to announce a partnership with Stock Donator, a service that allows donors to conveniently and securely donate stocks to Urbanite Theatre. Click the button below to get started.
Volunteer your time and become part of the Urbanite family. Whether you're ushering performances, representing Urbanite at community events and farmers markets, helping paint and build sets, or lending a hand behind the scenes, volunteers play an essential role in bringing our productions to life. Join us and help make the magic happen.
If any of these types of support are appealing to you, contact us today
941-321-1397 or at info@urbanitetheatre.com
URBANITE THEATRE IS A 501(c) (3) NONPROFIT REGISTERED WITH THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE & CONSUMER SERVICES; REGISTRATION NUMBER -CH41151. A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE (800-435-7352) WITHIN THE STATE. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE.