Bristol Old Vic today unveiled a new membership offer, with three new levels inspired by the unique stories of the historic theatre.
Membership levels are named Orange, Lavender and Thunder, and begin from as little as £3.75 a month. Each unlocks benefits including priority booking, special offers and discounts on tickets, food and drink, plus opportunities to get closer to Bristol Old Vic while supporting their work.
Orange
During the theatre's renovation in 2018, a host of items left behind by audiences were discovered, including candied orange peel, a favoured snack (and occasional projectile!) of previous Bristol Old Vic crowds. The fruity heritage doesn’t end there, as Coopers’ Hall was previously a fruit warehouse, and patrons would often buy tickets to shows from their local greengrocer.
Lavender
Lavender honours the trailblazing spirit of Bristol Old Vic's legendary Theatre Manager, Sarah Macready. Sarah was well-known by her lavender-scented perfume, but she is remembered today for the pioneering achievements she made in her 20 year tenure at the theatre, taking Bristol Old Vic from strength to strength. It is also said that Sarah’s ghost still occupies the building, so if you catch the scent of lavender, you might be in the presence of a true Bristol Old Vic icon.
Thunder
Bristol Old Vic’s Thunder Run is one of three surviving in the country, and the only one still in use. It was used in the 18th Century to create the sound of thunder that would echo around the auditorium whenever a production needed to conjure up a storm. The theatre is incredibly proud to be the home of this magical piece of theatre history.
Doug Middling, Bristol Old Vic’s Head of Individual Giving, said:
“We decided on a revamp to our membership scheme after talking to many pre-existing members about why they supported us in this way. It wasn’t the discounts and benefits (although those are our way of saying thank you), the most important element of membership is the way in which it helps to fund the work we do beyond our major theatre productions – the grass roots development of new artist, or our work with young people and across Bristol communities. We are incredibly grateful to everyone who supports us as a member, and we hope this relaunched offer helps people feel closer to our work.”
Members have often experienced the positive impact of theatre in their own lives – whether as audience members or participants – and want to share that joy with others. Many people can only access theatre and creativity through projects such as Young SixSix, Made in Bristol, Young Company: City, and the many other ways Bristol Old Vic provides support, thanks to the direct funds generated from memberships. We think this new membership scheme makes that even easier to do.
To celebrate the new membership scheme, the first 100 new members can get their hands on a limited edition Bristol Old Vic tote bag! Once signed up, new members can pop into Bristol Old Vic to collect their free gift from the theatre.
Membership Levels
Orange Level, for £3.75 per month:
• Receive 24 hour priority booking on selected shows.
• 10% discount at the Bristol Old Vic's Kitchen + Bar and 5% discount on tickets.
• A free welcome tour on joining.
• 1 x free programme per season.
• Invitation to annual Members’ Day, plus exclusive talks and events.
• Special offers and extended access to selected Bristol Old Vic On Screen shows.
• Credit for another performance if you're unable to make a show.
Lavender Level, for £6.25 per month:
• 48 hours Priority Booking on selected shows
• 10% discount at the Bristol Old Vic Kitchen + Bar.
• Tiered discount on tickets (1-2 shows: 5%; 3-4 shows 10%; 5+ shows: 15% when booked in a single transaction).
• Free Welcome People's Tour on joining (first year only).
• 2 free programmes per season.
• 1 free ice cream.
• Invitation to annual Members' Day, plus exclusive talks and events.
• Special offers and extended access to selected Bristol Old Vic On Screen shows.
• Full ticket refund if you're unable to make a performance.
Thunder Level, for £8 per month:
• 72 hours priority booking on selected shows
• 10% discount at the Bristol Old Vic Kitchen + Bar, plus 5% discount on tickets
• Free Thunder Run Experience tour on joining.
• 3 free programmes per season.
• 1 free ice cream.
• Invitation to annual Members’ Day and drinks reception, plus exclusive talks and events.
• Special offers and extended access to selected Bristol Old Vic On Screen shows.
• Full ticket refund if unable to make a performance.
• Invitation to digital season launch.
These levels sit alongside our existing Circle memberships, giving people who love Bristol Old Vic a variety of ways to support the theatre's future:
Artists’ Circle
Step behind the curtain and feel inspired
Associates’ Circle
Get even closer to the heart of Bristol Old Vic's creative community
Directors’ Circle
Become more deeply involved and attend the theatre's biggest nights of the year!
To find out more about memberships, visit www.bristololdvic.org.uk/support-us/members or email memberships@bristololdvic.org.uk.
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