Cincinnati Playhouse In The Park

September 2010

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Subscriptions

People subscribe for different reasons, so the Playhouse offers a variety of subscription packages.

You want all the shows and the biggest savings off single ticket prices, plus the very best seats and the same seats from show to show.
Ten Show Series

You prefer one theatre and want the very best seats or the same seats from show to show.
Five Show Series

You want the most flexibility of show choice. Now choose as few as four shows!
“Build Your Own” Series

You want something extra with your subscription like events, discussions, special services or discounts.
Special Packages & Event Series

All subscribers may easily exchange tickets to another date and receive other great benefits that save you time and money at the box office. Guarantee your seats for the show you want to see. Subscribe now for as little as $125 for five shows!

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To purchase a 2010-11 Season Subscription Package, call the Box Office at 513/421-3888.

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Benefits & Services
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Subscriber Handbook

	Subscription Series Options: Ten Show Series Five Show Series: Marx Theatre Five Show Series: Thompson Shelterhouse “Build Your Own” Series	Special packages & Events Series: Audio Described Series Babysitter Rebate Series The Corner Club Series Educator Series Enjoy the Arts Member Series Meet the Artists Series Opening Night Series Playhouse Perspectives DISCOUNTED! Preview Series Senior (65+) Discounted Series Signed Performances Student "Build Your Own" Series
	Subscription Series Options: Ten Show Series Choose all ten shows in both the Marx Theatre and the Thompson Shelterhouse. You’ll save up to an additional 20% off single ticket prices, plus you’ll get the very best seats by being seated before “Build Your Own” Series subscribers, sit in the same great seats from show to show and have the opportunity to upgrade seats in future seasons. Some sections are sold out. A variety of Special Packages and Event Series are available with the Ten Show Series.
	Five Show Series: Marx Theatre Choose all five shows in the Marx Theatre. The Marx Theatre is the larger of our two theatres but is still one of the most intimate theatre experiences in town with only 13 rows! Five Show Series subscribers get the very best seats by being seated before “Build Your Own” Series subscribers, sit in the same great seats from show to show and have the opportunity to upgrade seats in future seasons. A variety of Special Packages and Event Series are available with the Five Show Series. Some sections are sold out.
	Five Show Series: Thompson Shelterhouse Choose all five shows in the Thompson Shelterhouse. The intimate Shelterhouse keeps you close to the action – you are never more than seven rows from the stage! Five Show Series subscribers get the very best seats by being seated before “Build Your Own” Series subscribers, sit in the same great seats from show to show and have the opportunity to upgrade seats in future seasons. A variety of Special Packages and Event Series are available with the Five Show Series. Some sections are sold out.
	“Build Your Own” Series Customize your season by picking only the shows you want to see. Choose as few as four shows in any combination from either theatre. It’s totally up to you. “Build Your Own” Seating Options: Premium Package - Get the best available seats in the house! Seating in A section of the Marx Theatre and the Center section of the Shelterhouse now available. Choose Premium Seating to be seated in the best available seats before other types of “Build Your Own” Series. Seating is not guaranteed for A section or Center section. Standard Package - Our most popular package! Seating is best available in B, C or D sections in the Marx Theatre and Side section in the Shelterhouse. Seating is not guaranteed in Sections B/C or Side A. Extra Savings Package - Our most affordable option. With the intimacy of our two theatres, the show is always great no matter where you sit. Seating is best available D section in the Marx and Side B section in the Shelterhouse. Other restrictions: "Build Your Own" subscribers are seated on a first-come, first-served basis after Five and Ten Show Series subscribers. Due to the flexibility of the package, seating may not be in the same seats from show to show and same seats are not guaranteed for next season.
	Special Events & Packages Series: Audio Described Series For patrons with visual impairments. Using an earpiece attached to a small, hand-sized receiver, patrons hear a live, concise description of the action on stage. Series date: third Saturday, 4 p.m., Marx Theatre.
	Babysitter Rebate Series Parents need flexibility to schedule that all-important night out, so the Babysitter Rebate Series is available for ALL performances! Purchase two Five Show subscriptions to the Marx Theatre, and you are eligible to receive a rebate of up to $100 ($20 per production attended) to help cover your babysitting expenses for your children (12 and under). Download 09-10 Babysitter Rebate form or the 10-11 Babysitter Rebate form. Rebate is sent at the end of the season and is based on performances attended. Not valid for “Build Your Own,” Corner Club, Previews, Educator and ETA Series. With the purchase of one subscription, you may receive up to $50 ($10 per production).
	The Corner Club Series Five Marx shows and all the great benefits of subscribing for as little as $132. The Corner Club is in the D section, extreme house right only. Sure, they're not the best seats in the house, but in the intimate Marx Theatre, you are never farther than 13 rows from the stage.
	Educator Series Teachers and retired teachers can purchase up to two discounted subscriptions for B, C or D section in the Marx Theatre and for Side sections in the Shelterhouse. Proof of full-time or retired teaching status required.
	Enjoy the Arts Member Series Enjoy the Arts (ETA) “Orange” members can get the same great half-price discount for a Marx Theatre subscription as they would on an individual ticket basis. Available any night with B, C or D section seating in the Marx Theatre. Proof of ETA/Orange membership (for age 35 and under) is required. For more information on joining ETA, visit www.enjoythearts.org.
	Meet the Artists Series Join in stimulating and informative discussions with the cast and crew following the performances. Call for series dates.
	Opening Night Series Share the excitement of opening night with a post-show cast party with complimentary hors d'oeuvres from Karlo's Bistro at the Playhouse. Series date: first Thursday.
	Playhouse Perspectives Series Enhance your theatre experience with a free pre-show lecture featuring distinguished scholars and theatre artists examining issues related to Marx Theatre shows. Series date: second Sunday, 7 p.m., Marx Theatre. Lectures begin at 6 p.m. Funding for this program is generously provided by Roderick and Barbara Barr.
	EXPANDED & DISCOUNTED! Preview Series The popular $125 price for the Preview Series has been expanded to the Thompson Shelterhouse. Now see five shows in the Marx or Shelterhouse for $125 or all 10 for $250 – that’s just $25 per show. Valid for B, C and D sections in the Marx and Side B section in the Shelterhouse. Preview dates: Saturday, 8 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m. (Marx only); Sunday, 7 p.m. (Shelterhouse only); Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. and Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. There is a ticket upgrade fee to exchange to non-preview performances.
	Senior Discounted Series Seniors (65+) receive a discount of up to 10% off regular subscription prices for Five Show Series and 20% off the Ten Show Series. Seating is in B, C or D section in the Marx Theatre and Side sections in the Shelterhouse. Discounted A and Center section seating is available for Seniors for the Wednesday, 1 p.m. matinee only.
	Signed Performances The Playhouse offers signed performances for patrons with hearing impairments. Series date: third Sunday, 2 p.m., Marx Theatre.
	Student "Build Your Own" Series Choice and flexibility are key for busy students. Students may pick as few as four shows and as many as nine from either theatre for just $20 per show. That's four shows for just $80. Available for any night with B, C or D section seating in the Marx Theatre and Side B in the Shelterhouse. Generally recommended for high school age students and older. Parental discretion is advised. Proof of full-time student status is required for each subscription ordered.

Subscribers get the best seats plus … exclusive benefits and services.

As a subscriber, you get the best seats and your tickets, dates and seats are reserved in advance. Plus, you’ll enjoy:

savings

Save up to 28% off single ticket prices, depending on the package you choose. You can save even more if you are a senior, student, educator or under 35!

Exclusive Subscriber Benefits

As a subscriber, your tickets, dates and seats are reserved in advance. Plus, you’ll enjoy:

Easy Playment Plans – NOW with NO processing fees.

Pay in THREE or SIX installments.
10 Show Subscribers ONLY: Renew by May 29 to pay in NINE installments.

First installment due at the time of purchase. All payment plans available by credit card or direct-debit only.

NEW! More Savings on Exclusive Discounts

Now save $10 on additional single ticket purchases for most Marx and Shelterhouse shows. Save $5 on additional single tickets for A Christmas Carol and The Second City. Plus, you’ll save on parking and receive discounts for area restaurants and businesses.

A Free Ticket for 10 Show Subscribers

Purchase ALL 10 SHOWS and get an additional FREE ticket to bring a friend to a show. That’s up to a $67 per ticket value! Valid for best available seating in the Marx Theatre, excluding A Christmas Carol.

Easy Exchange

Unlimited ticket exchange by phone with no fee.

Special Pre-sales

First opportunity to purchase A Christmas Carol tickets before the general public.

Free Magazine

Our exclusive Prologue magazine previews each show and is mailed to your home.

Priority Renewal

Depending on the package you choose, keep the same great seats year after year or receive priority consideration when changing seats future seasons.

Free Ticket when you Refer Friends

Invite friends to subscribe! Subscribers can receive one FREE ticket for every two subscriptions sold by a referral from you. Your friend must tell us at the time of purchase that you referred him or her.

Subscription Prices (pdf)

Download and print a copy of the Subscriber Handbook (PDF) for easy reference throughout the season and to enjoy all of your benefits!

Subscriptions

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Ten Show Series

Five Show Series: Marx Theatre

Five Show Series: Thompson Shelterhouse

“Build Your Own” Series

Audio Described Series

Babysitter Rebate Series

The Corner Club Series

Educator Series

Enjoy the Arts Member Series

Meet the Artists Series

Opening Night Series

Playhouse Perspectives Series

EXPANDED & DISCOUNTED! Preview Series

Senior Discounted Series

Signed Performances

Student "Build Your Own" Series