HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO PUT ON A SHOW?
The average cost of a production can be from $38,000 to more than $60,000!
With 20% of our revenue coming from ticket sales which have been down more than 25% since our 2017-2018 season, we have to rely more on the generosity of our donors to continue providing theatrical experiences for the youth in our community.
GIVE TODAY
Give as an individual, a family or in the name of your business!
Keep it simple by setting up a monthly donation through Paypal for any amount!
Receive free tickets, as well as online and print visibility to all of our audience members!
CTE is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization that relies on the generosity of its community and supporters. Donor gifts make it possible for us to provide thousands of young people and our audiences with outstanding theatrical experiences not otherwise attainable.
Give via Paypal, Venmo or submit a check via snail mail to 1700 Spartan Drive H104, Elgin, IL 60123
GIVE and you shall receive
You can give as an individual or in the name of your business. And not only will you feel warm and fuzzy about supporting an enriching art program for local children and young adults, but some sponsor levels include free tickets and a listing on our website!
Donations of any amount will be recognized in our show programs for a 12-month period.
For donations above $50, you will also be listed on our website for a 12-month period.
For donations above $150, we are happy to also list you on our website and link back to your website or social media profile.
In addition, some of our sponsorship levels include free tickets:
- Patrons ($150-249) – 2 tickets per season
- Benefactors ($250-499) – 4 tickets per season
- VIP ($500-1,499) – 6 tickets per season
- Center Stage ($1,000 or more) – 8 tickets per season




