special events and offers
free speech—pre- and post-show enrichment programs
page to stage
Every season, Berkeley Rep hosts Page to Stage, a series of free discussions with eminent theatre artists, designed to give audiences additional insight into the plays and playwrights produced at Berkeley Rep. Past programs have featured theatre luminaries such as David Edgar, Sarah Jones, Tony Kushner, Delroy Lindo, Donald Margulies, Terrence McNally, Charles Mee, Rita Moreno, Salman Rushdie and the Chicano performance trio Culture Clash. The discussion series is sponsored by Peet’s Coffee and Tea.
Each talk starts at 7PM; doors open at 6:45PM for general-admission seating. No tickets are necessary for these free events, but seating is limited. At every event Peet’s offers a free coffee tasting for the audience before and after each lecture. Donors who have given $250 or more to Berkeley Rep enjoy an exclusive post-talk reception with each guest. For more information, call 510.647.2949.
Please check back for dates for the 2008/09 Season.
free speech—
pre- and post-show enrichment programs
docent presentations
Free docent presentations offer a look inside each play and its development at Berkeley Rep. An engrossing 30-minute presentation begins one hour before every Tuesday and Thursday 8PM performance.
An additional docent presentation is scheduled one hour before the 8PM performance on April 30.
post-show discussions
Post-show discussions occur after specific performances. Stick around for a lively 30-minute Q&A with the cast or other company members.
- Yellowjackets: September 18 and 30, October 3
- Joe Turner’s Come and Gone: November 20, December 2 and 5
- The Arabian Nights: December 11, 16 and 19
- The Vibrator Play: February 12, 20 and 24
- Crime and Punishment: March 5, 13 and 17
- The Lieutenant of Inishmore: April 23, May 1 and 5
- TBA: May 28, June 9 and 12
30-below
There are a lot of reasons it’s great to be under 30. Less wrinkles, more sleep and higher metabolism, to name a few. But there are also a lot of reasons it sucks to be in your 20s—and tight finances tops the list. Need a pick-me-up? Come to Berkeley Rep. If you’re less than 30 years old, you enjoy half-price tickets for nearly every performance.
And, if you select any of the below performances, you’ll also get to attend 30-Below, the coolest theatre after-party for people in their 20s. Free food and drinks, live music and more. It’s a great place to hang out with friends—or maybe make a few new ones. And better yet, it’s free with your ticket.
join us for season 08/09
- Yellowjackets: August 29, 2008 / 8PM
- The Arabian Nights: November 14, 2008 / 8PM
- The Vibrator Play: January 30, 2009 / 8PM
- The Lieutenant of Inishmore: April 17, 2009 / 8PM
read about season 08/09 plays, packages and more
For tickets call 510.647.2949 and mention you are interested in buying tickets for 30-Below. Box Office hours: Tuesday–Sunday, NOON–7PM.
tastings
Join us for complimentary tastings! Sample wine, beer, chocolate, champagne, vodka, organic produce or other delights before select Friday 8PM and Saturday 8PM performances. All tasting events begin at 7PM.
Dates for the 2008/09 Season will be announced shortly, so be sure to check back!
previews
Previews are the first four performances of each play, when we fine-tune the show. Save money and be part of the creative process.
target® teen night
Target® Teen Night takes theatre-loving teens behind the scenes with dinner, a discussion with our artists and a discounted show. Call 510.647.2978 or e-mail school@berkeleyrep.org.
night/OUT
See a show, have a drink, meet someone new.
Berkeley Rep’s Lesbian/Gay/Bisexual/Transgender Events
Berkeley Rep’s wildly successful night/OUT series continues to offer extraordinary productions followed by fabulous parties for the LGBT community. (Hint: we’ll bring the hors d'oeuvres, drinks and live music from cutting-edge Bay Area DJs; you bring scintillating conversation and your best dance moves.) Ticket prices include access to both the performance and post-show party. Discounts are available for persons under 30 and all groups of 10 or more.
join us for season 08/09
- Yellowjackets: September 4, 2008 / 8PM
- The Arabian Nights: November 20, 2008 / 8PM
- The Vibrator Play: February 5, 2009 / 8PM
- The Lieutenant of Inishmore: April 23, 2009 / 8PM
read about season 08/09 plays, packages and more
For tickets call 510.647.2949 and mention you are interested in buying tickets for night/OUT. Box Office hours: Tuesday–Sunday, NOON–7PM. For more information about the events, e-mail nightout@berkeleyrep.org.
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CYBERrush
Feel spontaneous? Have a flexible schedule?
Join our CYBERrush list and receive e-mail alerts to special 1/2 PRICE ticket offers to Berkeley Rep shows. E-mail messages are usually sent 2–3 days in advance of the performance, and are subject to availability.
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