Dear Patrons,
Get ready to experience another incredible season at the Collins Center for the Arts! Our membership program is designed to celebrate and thank our loyal supporters with exclusive benefits like advance notice of events, early ticket access, behind-the-scenes experiences, and special gatherings. Join a vibrant community that shares your passion for the performing arts—and help us continue to bring outstanding programs to the stage.
HOW DOES THE PLAN WORK?
MAKE A GIFT – BECOME A MEMBER!
It’s that simple. When you make a donation to the CCA, you become a member for a full year from the date of your gift. Whether you respond to our annual appeal, support the chamber music series, contribute to the endowment, or give anytime simply because the arts matter to you—your generosity makes a difference.
Scroll down for details on how to join and who to contact with questions. Every contribution matters. Members at all levels are essential to keeping our programming strong and accessible for audiences across the UMaine campus, the Bangor region, and beyond.
Here are the various levels of support with corresponding benefits:
FRIEND ($25-$99)
- First to Know – You’ll get first notification for the upcoming season and any events added throughout the year, when possible.
- Early Seat Selection – As a member, you’ll be able to choose the best seats available before they go on sale to the public, when possible. We will always try to place you as close as we can to your favorite seats.
- Listing on lobby donor screen during all CCA events.
- Unlimited ticket exchanges.
- No mailing fees – Receive tickets in advance.
CONTRIBUTOR ($100-$249)
Friend benefits, plus:
- Listing by donor level in programs.
- Names listed on pre-show slide show in order by donor level.
- Invitation to select pre-show or intermission receptions in the Patron Lounge.
PATRON ($250-$499)
Contributor benefits, plus:
- New! 20% discount for members at this level! Limit of 4 per event. Does not apply to Bangor Symphony Orchestra, Waterfront Concerts, School of Performing Arts and certain rental events.
- Access to special discount offers on specific shows.
- Special gift – CCA tote bag.
- Behind the scenes experiences during the season.
For donations that exceed $250, deduct $75 to determine the tax-deductible amount.
BENEFACTOR ($500-$999)
Patron benefits, plus:
- Invitation to Treats & Tours – Get a private tour of the Hudson
Museum collection area. - Complimentary guest tickets to select performances. We select the shows, you select your guests — 2 tickets per season!
For an even bigger impact, JOIN THE CIRCLE!
DIRECTOR’S CIRCLE ($1,000-$2,499)
Benefactor benefits, plus:
- Photo featured on website in “Member Spotlight.”
- Invitation to a luncheon for Circle members.
- Membership in the University of Maine’s President’s Club.
CHAIR’S CIRCLE ($2,500-$4,999)
Director’s Circle benefits, plus:
- Seat named for donor or designee.
PRODUCER’S CIRCLE ($5,000+)
Chairman’s Circle benefits, plus:
- Photo prominently displayed in the CCA.
BECOME A MEMBER!
Make a gift – become a member! Gifts, including recurring payments, can be made here, or click the DONATE button above.
FAQs – We have answers to many questions on our website. Learn more here.