The Count Basie Theatre Foundation was created to provide operating support to the Theatre, raise the capital needed to restore the facility and to create an endowment.
Be a Part of the Basie - Membership has premiere perks! With membership levels ranging from $50 to $10,000+, the benefits abound.
- Great Seats: Advance Notice allows you to purchase tickets before they go on sale to the general public
- Don't Wait In That Line: a private lounge is reserved for exclusive use by members
- Events: invitations to member only special events
As a part of the Basie, your membership allows us to...
Offer the best possible programming
Preserve and improve this historic Theatre
Offset Theatre operating costs
Recognize you for your support
If the arts, culture, entertainment and this historic Theatre are important to you, show your support by becoming a member TODAY!
The Count Basie Theatre is owned and operated by the Count Basie Theatre, Inc., a section 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation dedicated to serving the people of Central New Jersey by maintaining, operating and programming the historic Count Basie Theatre. Membership is designed to enhance your enjoyment of attending programs at the Count Basie Theatre and is tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.
Membership Levels
Sponsor $50
Recognition in Showtime and our Annual Report
No ticket service fees when purchasing tickets by phone
Invitations to select special events
Fellow - $100
All Sponsor benefits
First notice of all upcoming shows
Patron - $500
All Fellow benefits
Admission to the Carlton Lounge for yourself and up to three guests before performances and during intermission
Listing on the major supporter plaque in the lobby
Chairman's Circle Benefactor - $1,000
All Patron benefits
Two complimentary beverages in the Carlton Lounge at every performance you attend
Chairman's Circle Bronze - $2,500
All Chairman's Circle Benefactor benefits
Special Count Basie Theatre gift package
Chairman's Circle Silver - $5,000
All Chairman's Circle Bronze benefits
Access to preferred tickets up to 24 hours in advance
Chairman's Circle Gold - $10,000+
All Chairman's Circle Silver benefits
Artist meet and greet opportunities (subject to artist availability)
