Become a Friend of the Festival and join the exclusive group at the heart of the Festival and enjoy a package of preferential Friends’ benefits.

Benefits include:

• Special ticket concessions to Festival performances
• Access to the exclusive Friends Lounge in the Festival Club Bar
• Invitation to special Festival events
• Regular Festival updates and special offers
• Special discounts at partner retailers

Individual membership starts at $50 ($85 for a double).

Gold Friends ($200 individual): Receive the above, plus invitations to VIP receptions and talks as well as name listing in show programmes.

Premiere Club ($1,000): Members receive the above benefits plus an invitation to the Festival Gala Opening, and a package of privileges designed to ensure the best possible access to Festival highlights.

Dedicated staff handle your booking requirements and you receive VIP access to shows in the TelstraClear Club (subject to availability).

To request a membership pack or for more information please contact the Festival office on: 03 365 2223 or email kate@artsfestival.co.nz.