BIG TOP SPONSORSHIPS OPPORTUNITIES
Partner with the Ashwabay Alliance to Keep the Music and Magic Alive

Each season, the Ashwabay Alliance brings thousands of people together through live music, theatre, and storytelling — creating moments that move, inspire, and connect our community.

Sponsorship is your opportunity to support that mission while gaining meaningful visibility for your business or personal brand.

As a sponsor, you help offset performance costs, support local artists, and keep ticket prices accessible for audiences across Big Top Chautauqua, StageNorth & The Backstage.

Whether you’re a business seeking creative marketing exposure or an individual passionate about the arts, your sponsorship helps ensure the show goes on — under the tent, on the stage, and in every song that fills the Northwoods sky.

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FOR BUSINESSES
Invest in Visibility, Community, and Experience

Entertainment sponsorship offers high-value exposure to loyal, regional audiences while showcasing your commitment to live performance and cultural vitality.

From the iconic Big Blue Tent to StageNorth’s intimate theatre and The Backstage’s listening room, each venue offers unique ways to reach audiences that care deeply about local music and the arts.

Business Sponsorship Benefits

• On-site, online, and print visibility reaching thousands of patrons and visitors
• Logo placement and recognition on event promotions, social media, and email communications
• Complimentary VIP tickets and hospitality experiences for clients or employees
• Cross-venue exposure through Ashwabay Alliance marketing
  
• Inclusion in the Stage to Summit Community of Stars, recognizing sponsors as key supporters of the arts

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FOR INDIVIDUALS
Experience the Magic You Make Possible

Individual show sponsors play an essential role in sustaining the performances they love. Sponsoring a concert, theatre event, or series connects you directly to the art you care about — and lets you experience it in unforgettable ways.

You’ll receive complimentary tickets, recognition from the stage, and behind-the-scenes access that deepens your connection to the artists and community you help sustain.
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All individual sponsors are recognized as members of the Stage to Summit Community of Stars and receive additional donor benefits based on their total annual giving.

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SPONSORSHIP LEVELS
Support a Show, a Season, or the Entire Summer Under the Tent

Each level includes recognition on the Big Top website, in printed programs, and through digital promotions to over 30,000 subscribers — plus on-site signage and mentions from the stage.

LEVEL	INVESTMENT	HIGHLIGHTS
Supporting Show Sponsor	$2,500	Be part of the season lineup! Includes tertiary billing on one show, logo on the line-up page show, and mention on upcoming events page.
Lead Show Sponsor	$5,000	Step into the spotlight with secondary billing on one show, logo on show posters & fliers,  recognition on-site, mentions in social media & email promotions as well as your logo on the line-up page show, and mention on upcoming events page.
Presenting Show Sponsor	$7,500	Take top billing for one show with premium logo placement on the line-up page , and mention on upcoming events page, a dedicated social media/email feature, and verbal thanks from stage.
Shared Season Sponsor	$15,000	Support the entire season alongside a select group of partners. Recognition includes “Season Supported By ...” billing on tent banners, the sponsor webpage, print/e-news communications, and select stage mentions.
Solo Season Sponsor	$50,000	Stand alone as the exclusive Season Presenter. Includes “Season Presented By” naming across all Big Top programming, top-line logo on tent banners, webpages, e-news masthead, printed programs, and stage mentions at all shows.

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 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

StageNorth brings live theatre, concerts, and community performances to the heart of Washburn. Sponsors make every performance possible — from full-stage productions to intimate “Live in the Lounge” sessions.

Theatre concert series sponsorships

Support touring and local artists who fill the StageNorth theatre with live music and storytelling while enjoying recognition and complimentary tickets.

LEVEL	INVESTMENT	HIGHLIGHTS
Artist Ally	$500	Recognition as the week’s featured artist supporter; logo/name on posters, web, and social media, plus a live shout-out from stage.
Encore Sponsor	$1,000	Logo/name on show posters and website; recognition in concert programs; two complimentary tickets.
Ovation Sponsor	$2,500	Recognition as Lead Sponsor for a series or cluster of shows; logo on all promotional materials and social campaigns; four complimentary tickets.
Headliner Sponsor	$5,000	Top billing as Presenting Sponsor; inclusion in press releases and lobby signage; verbal recognition and six complimentary tickets.

LIVE IN THE LOUNGE SPONSORSHIPS

Sponsor intimate performances in StageNorth’s cozy Lounge and connect your name or business to the heartbeat of the local music scene.

LEVEL	INVESTMENT	HIGHLIGHTS
Artist Ally	$500	Sponsor a weekly featured Lounge artist with logo/name on posters, web, and social promotions.
Rhythm Sponsor	$1,000	Recognition in Lounge promotions for one week; shout-out from the emcee and on-site visibility.
Groove Sponsor	$2,500	Presenting Sponsor for one month of Lounge shows; logo/name on posters, web, and social, plus one branded lounge item (like coasters).
Vibe Sponsor	$5,000	Presenting Sponsor for one quarter; top signage billing and recognition in press/media.

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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

The Backstage is where music, storytelling, and community converge — a creative gathering place that nurtures regional talent and connection. Sponsorships at The Backstage support local performers while bringing audiences closer to the arts.

feature production sponsorships

Help bring concerts and creative performances to life at The Backstage with recognition across promotions and complimentary tickets.

LEVEL	INVESTMENT	HIGHLIGHTS
Encore Sponsor	$1,000	Logo/name on concert promotions (posters, web, social); verbal thanks during show; two complimentary tickets.
Ovation Sponsor	$2,500	Recognition as Supporting Sponsor for featured concerts; logo on promotions, lobby signage, and social media; four complimentary tickets.
Headliner Sponsor	$5,000	Presenting Sponsor for feature concerts; recognition across all event materials, plus opportunity to welcome guests from stage. Includes six complimentary tickets.

OPEN MIC SPONSORSHIPS

Keep community creativity alive by sponsoring The Backstage’s free Open Mic Nights, with visibility on promotions and stage mentions.

LEVEL	INVESTMENT	HIGHLIGHTS
Songwriters Circle Sponsor	$1,000	Recognition on bi-weekly promotions; verbal thanks from the emcee; option to provide branded giveaways in the Lounge.
Community Stage Sponsor	$2,500	Monthly recognition with logo/name on promotions, signage, and stage thanks; keeps Open Mic Night free and accessible.
Backstage Voice Sponsor	$5,000	Presenting Sponsor for one quarter; logo/name on all Open Mic materials and social media; recognition at every event, with the option to introduce an artist once per quarter.

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Join the stage to summit community of stars

All sponsors are recognized as members of the Stage to Summit Community of Stars — the Alliance’s unified donor recognition program celebrating those who sustain live music, theatre, and recreation across our region. Sponsors receive cross-venue recognition, donor wall listings, and exclusive “pick-your-perks” opportunities based on total annual giving.

Partner with us to celebrate community, creativity, and connection — from the stage to the summit.
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Contact Director of Development, Jackie Moore at 715-779-1101 or [email protected] to learn more about sponsorships or sign-up today!