Membership 2024 – Count Basie Center for the Arts

As a Count Basie Center member, you help fulfill our mission to Inspire, Educate and Entertain through our distinct and engaging cultural and artistic offerings which embrace and amplify the diversity of the region.

As a nonprofit organization, the Basie Center is committed to enriching the community’s quality of life by generating opportunities for participation in the arts, partnering with schools, collaborating with other mission-based organizations and driving regional economic prosperity.

Presale days vary by member level and show. Details below. 

Star - $100 (Show your support for the nonprofit Count Basie Center. Click Here!)

Star Membership

  • Invitation for two (2) to the annual Star Member Reception/Screening at Basie Center Cinemas
  • NEW Invitation for two (2) to the All-Member Happy Hour at the Rock N’ Rohl Rooftop Lounge, located atop The Vogel (Includes 1 complimentary drink ticket per person)
  • NEW Discounts on select Count Basie Center performances
  • Two passes for up to six (6), complimentary admissions* to the Basie Center Cinemas (Passes required upon entry. Not valid for online purchases)
  • One (1) free small popcorn per complimentary Basie Center Cinemas admission

*Certain titles may be restricted

Tax deductibility: $45

JOIN / RENEW NOW


Envoy - $250 (Includes advance presale privileges. Click Here!)

Envoy Membership

  • Advance (Day 2) presale access to all Count Basie Center-presented events
  • 5% discount on most Count Basie Center Turner Academy classes/workshops*
  • Invitations to select, complimentary Count Basie Center performances (Based on availability; advance registration required)
  • Preshow and intermission access for four (4) to the Diamond Lounge for theater events (4 times per year)

* Some exceptions may apply

+ STAR MEMBER BENEFITS:

  • Invitation for two (2) to the annual Star Member Reception/Screening at Basie Center Cinemas
  • NEW Invitation for two (2) to the All-Member Happy Hour at the Rock N’ Rohl Rooftop Lounge, located atop The Vogel (Includes 1 complimentary drink ticket per person)
  • NEW Discounts on select Count Basie Center performances
  • Two passes for up to six (6), complimentary admissions* to the Basie Center Cinemas (Passes required upon entry. Not valid for online purchases)
  • One (1) free small popcorn per complimentary Basie Center Cinemas admission

*Certain titles may be restricted

Tax deductibility: $195

JOIN / RENEW NOW


Family Membership - $300 (Includes advance presale privileges. Click Here!)

Count Basie Center Family Membership

  • Advance (Day 2) presale access to all Count Basie Center-presented events
  • 10% discount on most Count Basie Center Turner Academy classes/workshops*
  • One (1) private, complimentary birthday party screening at Basie Center Cinemas (Bring your own film or select a current release, pending availability. Maximum 30 people)
  • Preshow and intermission access for four (4) to the Diamond Lounge for theater events (4 times per year)
  • NEW Invitation to select, complimentary Count Basie Center performances (Based on availability; advance registration required)
  • Invitation for two (2) to the annual Count Basie Center Chairperson’s Circle event

* Some exceptions may apply
+ STAR MEMBER BENEFITS:

  • Invitation for two (2) to the annual Star Member Reception/Screening at Basie Center Cinemas
  • NEW Invitation for two (2) to the All-Member Happy Hour at the Rock N’ Rohl Rooftop Lounge, located atop The Vogel (Includes 1 complimentary drink ticket per person)
  • NEW Discounts on select Count Basie Center performances
  • Two passes for up to six (6), complimentary admissions* to the Basie Center Cinemas (Passes required upon entry. Not valid for online purchases)
  • One (1) free small popcorn per complimentary Basie Center Cinemas admission

*Certain titles may be restricted

Tax deductibility: $150

JOIN / RENEW NOW


Advocate - $500 (Includes advance presale privileges. Click Here!)

Advocate Membership

  • Advance (Day 2) presale access to all Count Basie Center-presented events
  • Preshow and intermission night access for four (4) to the Diamond Lounge
    for theater events, or the K Lounge at The Vogel (8 times per year)
  • NEW Invitation to select, complimentary Count Basie Center performances (Based on availability; advance registration required)
  • Invitation for two (2) to annual member party at the Rock N’ Rohl Rooftop Lounge, located atop The Vogel
  • 5% discount on most Count Basie Center Turner Academy classes/workshops*

* Some exceptions may apply
+ STAR MEMBER BENEFITS:

  • Invitation for two (2) to the annual Star Member Reception/Screening at Basie Center Cinemas
  • NEW Invitation for two (2) to the All-Member Happy Hour at the Rock N’ Rohl Rooftop Lounge, located atop The Vogel (Includes 1 complimentary drink ticket per person)
  • NEW Discounts on select Count Basie Center performances
  • Two passes for up to six (6), complimentary admissions* to the Basie Center Cinemas (Passes required upon entry. Not valid for online purchases)
  • One (1) free small popcorn per complimentary Basie Center Cinemas admission

*Certain titles may be restricted

Tax deductibility: $325

JOIN / RENEW NOW


Visionary - $1,000 (Includes primary presale privileges. Click Here!)

Visionary Membership

  • Primary (Day 1) presale access to all Count Basie Center-presented events
  • Unlimited preshow and intermission access for four (4) to the Diamond Lounge for theater events, or the K Lounge at The Vogel (Includes 2 complimentary beverage vouchers per visit)
  • Invitation to select, complimentary Count Basie Center performances (Based on availability; advance registration required)
  • NEW Invitation for two (2) to the annual Count Basie Center Chairperson’s Circle event
  • Invitation for two (2) to annual member party at the Rock N’ Rohl Rooftop Lounge, located atop The Vogel
  • One (1) complimentary theater rental at Basie Center Cinemas for a private, 30-guest screening party (Bring your own film or select a current release, pending availability. Maximum 30 people)
  • 10% discount on most Count Basie Center Turner Academy classes/workshops*
  • Primary member entrance to the historic theater and The Vogel

* Some exceptions may apply
+ STAR MEMBER BENEFITS:

  • Invitation for two (2) to the annual Star Member Reception/Screening at Basie Center Cinemas
  • NEW Invitation for two (2) to the All-Member Happy Hour at the Rock N’ Rohl Rooftop Lounge, located atop The Vogel (Includes 1 complimentary drink ticket per person)
  • NEW Discounts on select Count Basie Center performances
  • Two passes for up to six (6), complimentary admissions* to the Basie Center Cinemas (Passes required upon entry. Not valid for online purchases)
  • One (1) free small popcorn per complimentary Basie Center Cinemas admission

*Certain titles may be restricted

Tax deductibility: $565

JOIN / RENEW NOW


Ambassador - $2,500 (Includes primary presale privileges. Click Here!)

Ambassador Membership

  • Primary (Day 1) presale access to all Count Basie Center-presented events
  • Unlimited preshow and intermission access for four (4) to the Diamond Lounge for theater events, or the K Lounge at The Vogel (Includes 1 complimentary beverage voucher per visit)
  • Invitation for two (2) to the annual Count Basie Center Chairperson’s Circle event
  • NEW Invitation for two (2) to annual member party at the Rock N’ Rohl Rooftop Lounge, located atop The Vogel
  • One (1) complimentary theater rental at Basie Center Cinemas for a private, 30-guest screening party (Bring your own film or select a current release, pending availability. Maximum 30 people)
  • Complimentary Envoy gift membership for the person of your choice
  • 10% discount on most Count Basie Center Turner Academy classes/workshops*
  • Primary member entrance to the historic theater and The Vogel

* Some exceptions may apply
+ STAR MEMBER BENEFITS:

  • Invitation for two (2) to the annual Star Member Reception/Screening at Basie Center Cinemas
  • NEW Invitation for two (2) to the All-Member Happy Hour at the Rock N’ Rohl Rooftop Lounge, located atop The Vogel (Includes 1 complimentary drink ticket per person)
  • NEW Discounts on select Count Basie Center performances
  • Two passes for up to six (6), complimentary admissions* to the Basie Center Cinemas (Passes required upon entry. Not valid for online purchases)
  • One (1) free small popcorn per complimentary Basie Center Cinemas admission

*Certain titles may be restricted

Tax deductibility: $2,065

JOIN / RENEW NOW


Distinguished Guest - $5,000 (Includes primary presale privileges. Click Here!)

Distinguished Guest

  • $1,500 ticket bank with concierge ticket service
  • Primary (Day 1) presale access to all Count Basie Center-presented events
  • Primary member entrance to the historic theater and The Vogel
  • Unlimited preshow and intermission access to the Diamond Lounge for theater events, or the K Lounge at The Vogel (Includes 1 complimentary beverage per person, per visit)
  • Invitation for four (4) to the annual Count Basie Center Chairperson’s Circle event
  • NEW Invitation for two (2) to annual member party at the Rock N’ Rohl Rooftop Lounge, located atop The Vogel
  • One (1) complimentary theater rental at Basie Center Cinemas for a private, 50-guest screening party (Bring your own film or select a current release, pending availability)
  • Complimentary Envoy gift membership for the person of your choice
  • 15% discount on most Count Basie Center Turner Academy classes/workshops*

* Some exceptions may apply
+ STAR MEMBER BENEFITS:

  • Invitation for two (2) to the annual Star Member Reception/Screening at Basie Center Cinemas
  • NEW Invitation for two (2) to the All-Member Happy Hour at the Rock N’ Rohl Rooftop Lounge, located atop The Vogel (Includes 1 complimentary drink ticket per person)
  • NEW Discounts on select Count Basie Center performances
  • Two passes for up to six (6), complimentary admissions* to the Basie Center Cinemas (Passes required upon entry. Not valid for online purchases)
  • One (1) free small popcorn per complimentary Basie Center Cinemas admission

*Certain titles may be restricted

Tax deductibility: $2,805

JOIN / RENEW NOW


Gold Experience - $10,000 (Includes primary presale privileges. Click Here!)

Gold Experience

  • $1,500 ticket bank with concierge ticket service
  • Primary (Day 1) presale access to all Basie Center-presented events
  • Complimentary parking**
  • Primary member entrance to the historic theater and The Vogel
  • Unlimited preshow and intermission access to the Diamond Lounge for theater events, or the K Lounge at The Vogel (Includes 1 complimentary beverage per person, per visit)
  • Use of the Diamond Lounge or the K Lounge for one (1) post-show event (Advance registration required; bartender and drinks not included)
  • Invitation for four (4) to the annual Count Basie Center Chairperson’s Circle event
  • NEW Invitation for two (2) to annual member party at the Rock N’ Rohl Rooftop Lounge, located atop The Vogel
  • Complimentary Advocate gift membership for the person of your choice
  • 15% discount on most Count Basie Center Turner Academy classes/workshops*

*Some exceptions may apply
**Available most nights

+ STAR MEMBER BENEFITS:

  • Invitation for two (2) to the annual Star Member Reception/Screening at Basie Center Cinemas
  • NEW Invitation for two (2) to the All-Member Happy Hour at the Rock N’ Rohl Rooftop Lounge, located atop The Vogel (Includes 1 complimentary drink ticket per person)
  • NEW Discounts on select Count Basie Center performances
  • Two passes for up to six (6), complimentary admissions* to the Basie Center Cinemas (Passes required upon entry. Not valid for online purchases)
  • One (1) free small popcorn per complimentary Basie Center Cinemas admission

*Certain titles may be restricted

Tax deductibility: $7,805

JOIN / RENEW NOW


Corporate Experience - $15,000 (Includes primary presale privileges. Click Here!)

Corporate Experience

  • 3,000 ticket bank with concierge service
  • Primary (Day 1) presale access for all Count Basie Center-presented events
  • Logo inclusion on pre-show reel (1 year)
  • Logo inclusion on Count Basie Center website
  • Full-page ad in Showtime, the Count Basie Center playbill (2 issues)
  • One (1) show sponsorship, including:
    • Recognition on the historic theater marquee
    • Night-of acknowledgement digital signage in the historic theater and Diamond Lounge
    • Night-of tabling opportunity with sampling/material distribution (Some show exclusions may apply)
  • Unlimited event night access for four (4) to the Diamond Lounge for theater events, or the K Lounge at The Vogel (Includes 1 complimentary beverage per person, per event)
  • Complimentary parking*
  • Primary member entrance to the historic theater and The Vogel
  • Use of Basie Center Cinemas for your corporate event (Contact Sponsorship Manager for arrangements)
  • Invitation for four (4) to the Count Basie Center Chairperson’s Circle event

*some exceptions may apply

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Platinum Experience - $25,000+ (The ultimate Count Basie Center experience. Click Here!)

Platinum Experience

  • Primary (Day 1) presale access to all Count Basie Center-presented events
  • VIP Concierge ticket service w/ purchase rights for up to eight (8) seats (Unlimited shows)
  • Complimentary parking**
  • Primary member entrance to the historic theater and The Vogel
  • Unlimited preshow and intermission access to the Diamond Lounge for theater events, or the K Lounge at The Vogel (Includes 1 complimentary beverage per person, per visit)
  • Escort to the lounges (Available upon request)
  • Escort directly to your seats; pre-show drink service (Available upon request)
  • Use of the Diamond Lounge or the K Lounge for a post-show event (Advance registration required, includes bartender and desserts. Drinks not included.)
  • Discounted rental of The Vogel for a private event (Advance registration required)
  • Invitation for four (4) to the annual Count Basie Center Chairperson’s Circle event
  • NEW Invitation for two (2) to annual member party at the Rock N’ Rohl Rooftop Lounge, located atop The Vogel
  • Complimentary Advocate gift membership for the person of your choice
  • 20% discount on most Count Basie Center Turner Academy classes/workshops*

* Some exceptions may apply
** Available most nights

+ STAR MEMBER BENEFITS:

  • Invitation for two (2) to the annual Star Member Reception/Screening at Basie Center Cinemas
  • NEW Invitation for two (2) to the All-Member Happy Hour at the Rock N’ Rohl Rooftop Lounge, located atop The Vogel (Includes 1 complimentary drink ticket per person)
  • NEW Discounts on select Count Basie Center performances
  • Two passes for up to six (6), complimentary admissions* to the Basie Center Cinemas (Passes required upon entry. Not valid for online purchases)
  • One (1) free small popcorn per complimentary Basie Center Cinemas admission

*Certain titles may be restricted

Tax deductibility: $22,805

JOIN / RENEW NOW


ABOUT MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS: (Click Here)

TERMS & CONDITIONS:

EMAIL ADDRESSES: Members must provide an email address to take full advantage of all membership benefits. Please note: We will be unable to contact you with presale information if you unsubscribe.

PRESALES: ENVOY members and above enjoy presale access. Ticket limit, location and access may vary by show and may be determined by performing artist. Performing artist presales may be held alongside Primary or Advance Count Basie Center presales. Seats are limited during benefit shows. Neither Primary nor Advance-level presale access is an implicit guarantee that you will have the opportunity to purchase tickets.

To purchase tickets: Visit www.thebasie.org, our box office at 99 Monmouth Street, or call 732-842-9000. Before visiting the box office, please call to confirm the hours of operation.

CONCIERGE TICKET SERVICE: DISTINGUISHED GUEST memberships and above receive access to a Count Basie Center liaison, who will work with you prior to the public onsale to obtain event tickets. Benefit / charity shows excluded. Concierge tickets must be purchased via phone, and ticket limits and other box office policies may apply. Concierge service is not guaranteed once tickets go on sale to the general public; however, your liaison will make every effort to assist you in obtaining tickets.

BANKED ALLOWANCE: DISTINGUISHED GUEST, GOLD and CORPORATE EXPERIENCE account banks can only be used for tickets ordered through your concierge liaison. Unused balances will expire on the membership expiration date and cannot be carried over. Account bank funds may not be used to purchase tickets to charity or benefit performances.

DIAMOND LOUNGE: Our ENVOY Members and above enjoy pre-show and intermission access to the Diamond Lounge, located on the 2nd floor of the grand lobby outside the historic theater. You must present your membership card to access the lounge and receive complimentary drink tickets*.

The K LOUNGE: Our ADVOCATE members and above enjoy pre-show access to the K Lounge, located on the 2nd floor of The Vogel. VISIONARY members and above may stop by the box office and present their membership card to receive their complimentary drink tickets*.

CINEMA PASSES will be mailed to you. Cinema passes are to be presented at Basie Center Cinemas, 36 White Street in Red Bank. Passes must be presented upon arrival to the cinema, and passes cannot be used for online ticket purchases.

PRIMARY MEMBER ENTRANCE, Our VISIONARY members and above enjoy access to the Primary Member entrance for The Vogel and historic theater shows. Membership cards must be presented to access this special entrance.

*To those members who qualify.


For questions about membership, please contact:

For Cinema Society through Ambassador:
Cindy Jimenez, Membership Manager:
732-224-8778, ext. 109 or cjimenez@thebasie.org

For Distinguished Guest through Platinum:
Lysa Israel, Senior Director of Development:
732-224-8778, ext. 128 or lisrael@thebasie.org

For Corporate Experience/Concierge Service:
Kelly Schmidt, Sponsorship Manager and VIP Liaison:
732-224-8778, ext.115 or kschmidt@thebasie.org