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Associates enjoy an enhanced theatre experience, including special access to Steppenwolf programming. Your gift made through the Associates is allocated towards Steppenwolf Education and Engagement programs, and provides you the following benefits:
Become a Member
To become a Steppenwolf Associates member, click the button below and fill out the online membership form or email associates@steppenwolf.org.
Membership Benefits
| BENEFITS | MEMBERSHIP $150-499 | MEMBERSHIP PLUS $500-1,199 | NEXT GEN PHILANTHROPIST $1,200+ |
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| Access to Associate tickets ($30 each, up to 6 per show) |
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| Discounted tickets to Steppenwolf's Annual Gala ($750) |
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| Early access to Visiting Artist presentations |
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| Access to Associate networking events |
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| 10% discount on Steppenwolf Merch |
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| Poster of your choice from the current season (upon request) |
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| Invitation to Student Matinee and Breakfast receptions |
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| Invitation for two to Front Row Event |
1 Event | 3 Events (All) | |
| Complimentary Membership |
Preview Black Card |
Classic Membership |
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| Complimentary round of drinks at your ticketed performance |
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| Invitation for two to our summer Opening Night performance |
Associates Board Members
The Steppenwolf Associates Board members are elected by their peers and lead the group by putting together events, leading fundraising efforts, and working with the theatre to ensure the Associates are connected to the exciting work happening at Steppenwolf. Click 'Details' to learn more and view Associate Board Members below.
Co-Presidents |
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| Bridget Byrne | Andersen Tax LLC | |
| Peter Hegel | Perkins Coie LLP | |
Communications Co-Chairs |
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| Ellie Davidson | Fairlife | |
| Libby Deshaies | Winston & Strawn LLP | |
Corporate Chair |
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| Shilpa Rupani | Princeton Group Sports Marketing | |
Events Co-Chairs |
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| Hana Bezark | Qualtrics | |
| Lauren McGrath | G2 | |
Membership Co-Chairs |
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| Vanessa Passini | Gensler | |
| Kathryn Whalley | Studio Sage | |
At-Large Members |
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| Nigel Caine | Slalom Consulting | |
| Andrew Holden | AbbVie Inc. | |
| Halley C. Hoffman | University of Chicago | |
| Elizabeth Ingram | Coalition, Inc. | |
| Julia Luscombe | Feeding America | |
| Adrienne Pope | Redel Rentals LLC | |
| Marilynn Rubio | Clayco | |
| Stephanie Schwartz | Ashfield Events Experience | |
| Elyssa Westby | Ropes & Gray LLP | |
| Harriet White | The Philadelphia Inquirer | |
| Tiade Williams | Accenture | |
Follow Us On Social Media
Learn more about the Associates and ways to get engaged by following us on social media.
FACEBOOK: @SteppenwolfAssociates
INSTAGRAM: @steppenwolf_ac
Theatre Nights
Theatre Nights are private, pre-show receptions that provide Associates & their guests with an inside look into the upcoming production, often featuring exclusive conversation with Steppenwolf artists!
2024/25 Theatre Night Dates:
- The Book of Grace
Friday, March 28, 2025 - You Will Get Sick
Friday, June 6, 2025