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Health & Safety Policy Update

We are excited to welcome you back to The Delacorte Theater for our 60th Anniversary Season of Free Shakespeare in the Park. We ask that you read and understand the following when accessing tickets.

  • Effective April 19, 2022, The Public requires proof of a complete COVID-19 vaccination to enter The Delacorte and attend performances. This policy will continue until further notice.
  • Complete vaccination is fourteen days following a final dose of the Johnson & Johnson, Pfizer, Moderna, or Astra-Zeneca vaccine.
  • We will accept proof of vaccination via Excelsior Pass, the NYC Covid Safe Pass, a copy or photo of your CDC vaccination card, and/or a copy or photo of an official immunization record from outside the United States.
  • Face masks are encouraged, but not required while attending performances at The Delacorte.
  • Public Theater staff and artists are subject to a mandatory vaccination and booster policy.
  • All policies are subject to change at The Public’s sole discretion and without notice.
  • Those that do not abide by any health and safety protocols will be denied entry or removed from the facility.

Learn more at Safe in the Park 2022.

We look forward to welcoming you to The Public.

At this time, we no longer require proof of vaccination to access the facility, theaters, and restaurant.

  • A face mask is required for all attendees while watching a performance on Tuesday evening, Saturday afternoon, & Sunday afternoon performances.
  • A face mask is not required but strongly encouraged when attending performances on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, & Sunday evenings.
  • All performances in Joe’s Pub do not require a face mask because food and drink are available throughout the show. A face mask is strongly encourage when not actively eating or drinking.

Learn more at HEALTH & SAFETY, NEXT STEPS.

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Event Guidelines

In order to provide a safe environment at the gala, proof of vaccination will be required for entry into the event. Those who are unable to be vaccinated due to medical exemptions or sincerely held religious beliefs may present a negative PCR (within 72 hours of event) or rapid antigen test result (within 6 hours of event). We will also provide rapid testing on-site. Face masks are encouraged while at The Delacorte, but not required.

We are excited to welcome you back to The Delacorte Theater for our Annual Gala. We ask that you read and understand the following when accessing tickets

  • Proof of a complete COVID-19 vaccination by the date of attendance for access to the facility is required.
  • Complete vaccination is fourteen days following a final dose of the Johnson & Johnson, Pfizer, Moderna, or Astra-Zeneca vaccine.
  • Boosters are encouraged for those eligible under CDC guidelines, but not required.
  • We will accept proof of vaccination via Health Pass by CLEAR, Excelsior Pass, the NYC Covid Safe Pass, a copy or photo of your CDC vaccination card, and/or a copy or photo of an official immunization record from outside the United States.
  • Masks are encouraged while attending performances at The Delacorte, but are not required at this time.
  • Public Theater staff and artists are subject to a mandatory vaccination policy.
  • All policies are subject to change at The Public’s sole discretion and without notice.
  • Those that do not abide by any health and safety protocols will be denied entry or removed from the facility.

Learn more at Safe in The Park.

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PUBLIC THEATER ANNUAL GALA

On Monday, September 20, we celebrated the successful run of MERRY WIVES and honor our late founder Joe Papp and Community Leader, Ms. Vivian Jett Brown.

The auction is now live! Don't miss your chance to win 10 years of premium seats to FREE SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK, a stay at TWA Hotel, original HAMILTON props, and more. Bid today until Tuesday, September 21 at 2PM ET.

For more information about the show, check out the Gala program.

Monday, September 20
6:00PM ET Dinner
8:00PM ET Performance
The Delacorte Theater in Central Park

MERRY WIVES
By William Shakespeare
Adapted by Jocelyn Bioh
Directed by Saheem Ali

CHAIRED BY
The Public Theater Board of Trustees

HONOREE
We will honor Founder and former Artistic Director, Joe Papp, who would have celebrated his 100th birthday this past June.

Joe was a champion of New York and believed fiercely in theater created of, by, and for all people. We are proud to celebrate the return of live performances at The Delacorte Theater by honoring his life and legacy.

COMMUNITY HONOREE
We will also honor Public Theater Community Member, Vivian Jett Brown, with an inaugural Annual Community Leadership Award. 

The Annual Community Leadership Award recognizes a member of The Public Theater who has provided exemplary service to their community by establishing meaningful relationships and enhancing the lives of their neighbors. The recipient opens sustainable pathways for all New Yorkers to express their creative power, embodying the belief that culture belongs to everyone. Their leadership leaves lasting impact on their community, The Public Theater, and the city of New York.

In the event of inclement weather on Monday, September 20, a performance-only Gala will take place on Tuesday, September 21.

Please note that donor-advised funds (DAF) cannot be used as payment — either partially or wholly — for any Gala tickets, tables, or auction items that confer goods and/or benefits with substantial value. However, you may still support our event through a DAF by making a fully-deductible contribution.

Tickets and tables are no longer available to purchase for the Gala. Please contact [email protected] or 212.539.8634 if you need to make a change or cancellation. 

TABLES & TICKETS.

Joe Papp Table

$100,000 ($98,420 Tax Deductible)

  • VIP Table seating for ten (10) at the pre-performance dinner
  • VIP seating for ten (10) to the special Gala performance
  • Access to exclusive MERRY WIVES rehearsal footage
  • Four (4) tickets to a 2022 Free Shakespeare in the Park Opening Night 
  • Two (2) branded Public Theater picnic blankets
  • Recognition on the Gala webpage and at the event
  • Verbal recognition from the podium

Shakespeare Table

$50,000 ($48,460 Tax Deductible)

  • Table seating for ten (10) at the pre-performance dinner
  • Premium seating for ten (10) to the special Gala performance
  • Access to exclusive MERRY WIVES rehearsal footage
  • Two (2) tickets to a 2022 Free Shakespeare in the Park Opening Night
  • One (1) branded Public Theater picnic blanket
  • Recognition on the Gala webpage and at the event

Delacorte Table (limited availability)

$25,000 ($23,460 Tax Deductible)

  • Table seating for ten (10) at the pre-performance dinner
  • Premium seating for ten (10) to the special Gala performance
  • Access to exclusive MERRY WIVES rehearsal footage
  • Two (2) tickets to a Shakespeare in the Park 2022 Opening Night performance and celebration 
  • One (1) branded Public Theater picnic blanket
  • Recognition on the Gala webpage and at the event

Shakespeare Ticket

$5,000 ($4,850 Tax Deductible)

  • Table seating for one (1) at the pre-performance dinner
  • Seating for one (1) at the special Gala performance
  • Recognition on the Gala webpage

Delacorte Ticket

$2,500 ($2,350 Tax Deductible)

  • Seating for one (1) at the pre-performance dinner
  • Seating for one (1) at the special Gala performance 
  • Recognition on the Gala webpage

PERFORMANCE ONLY TICKETS.

Belvedere Ticket

$1,000 (Fully Tax Deductible)

  • One seat at the special Gala performance
  • Recognition on the Gala webpage

Astor Place Ticket

$500 (Fully Tax Deductible)

  • One seat at the special Gala performance
  • Recognition on the Gala webpage

Performance Only Ticket

$250 (Fully Tax Deductible)

  • One seat at the special Gala performance
  • Recognition on the Gala webpage

Choose Your Amount To Donate.

Acknowledgement.


*Donations of $250 or more will be listed on The Public's website and digital content. Donations under $250 may also be listed on The Public's digital content.