2008 Show Sponsorship Benefits

In general, sponsors are able to meet the artists they sponsor;
although this depends on the artist's preference and is not a guaranteed benefits.

• Front row center seating for your sponsored performance. See each category below for the number of tickets included.
• Your business name is listed on two large sponsor banners displayed all summer at the entrance to the grounds and in the food tent (May 31 deadline) and on all reserved seat tickets sold for your show by the Big Top box office.
• Your business name is mentioned during sponsor recognition from the stage by the emcee on the night of the performance.
• Your business listing and link are placed on the "Sponsors" page of the Big Top Chautauqua website.
• A custom designed sponsor poster containing your logo and name is displayed at the tent entrance the night of your sponsored performance. A copy of this poster is signed by the performers and returned to you.
• Your company name, logo or brief PowerPoint presentation is displayed on the main screen during intermission.
• You are entitled to use of Chautauqua's Spirit Cottage to host an event on the night of the sponsored show. An air-conditioned gathering room and screened-in porch area are available for a gathering of your choice. Subject to availability.

• Choose from our great Chautauqua Original Musicals or other local performers.
• Receive 6 complimentary front row center reserved seats to your chosen show. Up to $108 value. Additional tickets in the same section may be purchased

$2,000 Show Sponsors

• Choose from selected regional and national artists on our 2008 schedule.
• Receive 8 complimentary front row center reserved seats to your chosen show. Up to $384 value. Additional tickets in the same section may be purchased.

$3,000 Show Sponsors

• Choose from the top internationally known stars on our 2008 schedule. Meet & greet with performers will be arranged if desired and if agreed to by performers.
• Receive 10 complimentary front row center reserved seats to your chosen show. Up to $750 value. Additional tickets in the same section may be purchased.

Shows Still Available for Sponsorship
6/20 Martin Sexton
6/28 New Christie Minstrels
7/02 Lucinda Williams
7/10 The Sparrow Quartet
7/11 Bobby Vee and the Vees w/ the Crickets
7/12 Adaawe
7/19 John Hiatt
7/23 The Yo Ho Buffalo Hour
7/27 The BoDeans
8/02 The Wailin' Jennys w/ BCO
8/08 Mason Jennings
8/24 Straighten Up and Fly Right: A Tribute to Nat King Cole
8/30 Iris Dement
9/04 The Yo Ho Buffalo Hour
9/05 Mason Williams

Attention Corporations!
Sponsoring a show is a great perk for your employees. Treat your staff to a picnic and show. We can also accommodate large groups and provide catering options.