FRIENDS OF UPTOWN
There’s never been a better time to show your support for the performing arts. Our membership program, Friends of Uptown provides great benefits like pre-sale early access opportunities to theatre, music and dance performances, local eatery discounts at our local dining partners, and complimentary tickets. Friends make a difference supporting our award-winning performing arts educational programs, thought-provoking innovative theatre and dance series, and creating a destination for arts and culture in West Chester and Chester County.
FOUNDERS CIRCLE
It takes a village of performing arts lovers to raise the curtain at Uptown. The enthusiasm, advocacy, and extraordinary generosity of our Founders Circle members help to ensure that the performing arts have a home in historic downtown West Chester.

Uptown Founders L to R: Richard May, Linda Foster, Connie McEvoy, and Tom McEvoy
Enhance your experience and enjoy the benefits of being a Friend and know that your gift makes an impact. Uptown is grateful for all those who support the performing arts in West Chester. Here are some of the ways your gift makes a difference.
- Deliver innovative theatre, music, dance, comedy, and film to our community.
- Provide access to our award-winning performing arts educational programs through a scholarship fund.
- Bring our educational programs to the schools and community centers in Chester County.
- Support our Community Ticket fund.
- Preserve the historic Armory, housing our state-of-the-art theatre, an incredible community treasure.
friends ♥ the Dining Partner Program!
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BENEFITS | FAN $100 | ENSEMBLE $250 | STAR $500 | SPOTLIGHT $1000 |
Ticket pre-sale in advance of general public for all events | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() |
$2 OFF $10 or more on concessions at Mac’s Foxhole Bar and Lounge | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() |
Discounts to area restaurants & merchants | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() |
Acknowledgement in Uptown! programs | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() |
Recognition on the Donor Wall | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() |
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Complimentary tickets to a performance of your choice* | ![]() | ![]() |
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Invitation to Friends appreciation events | ![]() | ![]() |
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FREE drink vouchers at Mac’s Foxhole Bar and Lounge | ![]() | ![]() |
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BENEFITS | DIRECTOR $2500 | BRAVO $5000 | CHAMPION $7500 | PARTNER $10,000 | PRESENTER $15,000 |
Invitation for two to Founders Circle summer House Party | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() |
Engraved seat plaque in the A. Roy Smith Mainstage Theater | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() |
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One free rental of Uptown! bar or Univest room for a private event | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() |
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Reserved parking* | ![]() | ![]() |
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Recognition as Production Sponsor and backstage access to meet the artists | ![]() | ![]() |
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Recognition as a Theatre Season Sponsor with a private event experience | ![]() |
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*applies to theatre, dance, and jazz subscription productions |
* For more information inquire at Box Office. Some offers based on availability.
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Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit, and thanks in part to your support we are able to offer the best in live performances, film, and educational programs year-round in our historic theater.