Letter sent to prospective donors:

Thank you so much for considering supporting the Manhattan Theatre Club with a donation.  As a playwright, I’m thankful for the work MTC does to develop new plays and playwrights.  I understand that Full House: The Musical would probably make a profit, but there should always be a place on Broadway for challenging, original theatre.

Unfortunately, ticket revenue accounts for less than half the price of a ticket to one of our shows.  Fundraising is what keeps the cost to the average theatre lover at a reasonable level.

Ten percent of our budget goes to MTC-run education programs that help foster a new generation of theatergoers.  The world has more to offer than children sometimes know, and the arts can make a big difference.

There are advantages to becoming a Friend of MTC.  These are laid out in the enclosed brochure.  We want people to truly be involved in what we do, and attending readings, touring the Biltmore and post-show talkbacks are ways to do this. 

If you have any questions, let me know.

Letter sent to prospective high-level donors:

  Thank you for considering Patronship with the Manhattan Theatre Club.  As a playwright, I’m thankful for the work MTC does to develop new           plays and playwrights.  I understand that The Sound of Music II: Maria's Revenge would probably make a profit, but there should always be a place on Broadway   for challenging, original theatre.  Patrons are the backbone of MTC support, truly helping us to survive and grow.

Here is Patronship in a nutshell:

·         A full year of benefits – 7 MTC shows. 

·         Go to our plays whenever you like.

·         A pair of house seats for each show.

·         Need to cancel, even five minutes before curtain?  No problem.

·         Use of the Patron Lounge, with free wine, chocolate and use of the private restrooms.

·         Your name in the Playbill.

Antonello is our Patron Liaison.  He is the one you speak with to schedule dates and navigate the other advantages of Patronship.  He’s a very nice young man, and works very hard to make Patrons happy.

MTC has the biggest non-profit Patron Program in the country for a reason, and I’m sure you won’t regret giving it a try. 

If you have any questions, feel free to ask.