individual giving
Support the Future of Shakespeare in Detroit – Your Gift Makes a Difference!
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At Shakespeare in Detroit, we are passionate about creating powerful, transformative theater that speaks to the heart of our community. From our Mainstage productions to our innovative STEAM program, we’re proud to uplift Detroit’s artistic and cultural landscape. But we can’t do it without you.
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This year's Fundraiser launches on Shakespeare’s birthday, April 23, 2025 at 12:01 AM, and we invite you to be part of something extraordinary. Your tax-deductible donation will help us continue to produce bold, impactful productions and special events that entertain, inspire, and make a lasting impact on our city.
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By contributing, you are investing in the pioneers of Shakespeare in Detroit—a company that champions diverse voices, fosters creativity, and brings the timeless works of Shakespeare to life in new and exciting ways. Your support will ensure we can continue to engage audiences of all backgrounds, providing opportunities for both emerging artists and seasoned professionals to thrive.
Together, we can create a future where Detroit’s artistic spirit is celebrated through the magic of Shakespeare, education, and storytelling.
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Join us on this journey. Donate today to help us reach our goal of $25,000 by September 22, 2025.
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Your support provides Shakespeare In Detroit with a predictable source of revenue, helps increase our efficiency and reduce costs. If you have questions about giving, please contact info@shakespeareindetroit.com.
Shakespeare in Detroit is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) charitable organization. Federal Tax ID Number: 47-4374924.
What we've accomplished so far
Thanks to your charitable donations, we have:
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Given away nearly $100,000 in scholarships to Detroit students.
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Impacted more than 30,000 individuals over the past decade.
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Performed 17 professional productions in Detroit communities in the past 11 years.
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Produced sustainable productions with up-cycled and recycled materials.
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Introduced outdoor theatrical performances to New Center Park, Campus Martius Park and Grand Circus Park.
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Introduced 3,000 youth to artistic and vocational theater practices, such as: costume rendering, scenic rendering, lighting/sound design.
Fundraiser/
Fall 2025
Shakespeare in Detroit is fundraising for the Fall 2025 professional production. Thank you for supporting our mission to bring high-quality classical works to the city.
Mission
Shakespeare in Detroit is a nonprofit organization that enhances and supports the cultural, educational and financial growth of Detroit with professional theatre created through a conscious lens of equity, diversity and inclusion.
Vision
Shakespeare in Detroit will produce the classics, musicals, contemporary and new works in equal measure throughout each season as the official Shakespeare organization of the city. The pioneering theatre company will attract tourists from all over the world to see its world-class offerings of staged readings, theatrical productions and special events as a cultural force in Detroit. The company’s work will also include educational programming to complement and supplement the curriculums of K-12 students throughout Southeast Michigan.
