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Support the National Symphony Orchestra by becoming a Member today and enjoy exclusive Members-only benefits throughout our most spectacular season yet.

Membership gifts directly support the NSO’s artistic, educational, and community programs. As a Member, you receive insider access and play a meaningful role in sustaining the Orchestra’s work throughout the season.

Choose Your Level...

In thanks for your generous support, we are pleased to offer Associate Members the following benefits:

Access to Digital Stage+, our exclusive streaming site with new and never-before-seen content
Members-only Ticket Priority for ticket orders and subscription packages*
A 10% discount at the Roof Terrace Restaurant, KC Café, and Kennedy Center Gift Shops
Exclusive subscription to our Members-Only digital newsletter On the Aisle and CENTER magazine
Discounts on audience education and engagement programming
Special discounts at Washington-area restaurants
Access to Kennedy Center updates and discount offers

All Associate Member benefits, plus:

Admittance to Members-only lounges in the Concert Hall, Opera House, and Eisenhower Theater.
Four $2-off Parking Discount Digital Coupons^
An invitation for you and a guest to a "Curtain Up" theater event^
An invitation for you and a guest to an NSO Working Rehearsal

All Contributor Member benefits, plus:

An invitation for you and a guest to a "Meet the Conductor" event^
An invitation for you and a guest to tour the Washington National Opera Costume Studio
An invitation for you and a guest to a Dance Working Rehearsal
A second invitation for you and a guest to an NSO Working Rehearsal

All Partner Member benefits, plus:

Reduced service fees on purchases for Kennedy Center performances (some exclusions may apply)
Eligibility to use the Preferred Access Ticket Line for ticket purchases
An invitation for you and a guest to a Backstage Experience in one of our theaters^
A third invitation to an NSO Working Rehearsal for you and a guest
An invitation for you and a guest to the President's Annual Meeting
Opportunity to request to purchase up to two tickets to the Kennedy Center Honors via the Priority Waitlist (as available)
Access to a reserved seating section for WNO's Opera in the Outfield^®

All Sponsor Member benefits, plus:

An invitation to purchase event passes to the Kennedy Center July 4th Celebration
Redeemable voucher for a collectible Kennedy Center souvenir cup (available with beverage purchase)^
Priority invitations to purchase event passes to major Special Events at the Kennedy Center
A fourth invitation to an NSO Working Rehearsal for you and a guest

As a Circles Member, you will maintain the most popular Membership benefits, including Members-only Ticket Priority,* Restaurant and Gift Shop discounts, access to purchase event passes to the July 4th celebration, reduced service fees, access to the Kennedy Center Honors Priority Waitlist, use of the Preferred Access Ticket Line, and invitations to four NSO Working Rehearsals, a Dance Working Rehearsal, and the President's Annual Meeting, plus exciting new benefits...

Access to our exclusive Circles Lounges in the Concert Hall, Opera House, and Eisenhower Theater offering complimentary beer, wine, and snacks^
Eligibility to use the Preferred Access Ticket Line, bypassing the automated Box Office procedures and connecting you with a senior Box Office staff person
Reduced service fees on all Kennedy Center ticket purchased during Members-Only Ticket Priority periods (some exclusions may apply), which allows you access to purchase tickets before the general public
Recognition in the donor program listing for all Kennedy Center performances
Access to attend NSO and Ballet pre-performance Prelude Plus lectures (with purchase of performance tickets)
An exclusive annual CD recording of the NSO
An invitation for you and a guest to the Annual NSO Circles Reception with renowned guest artists and NSO musicians^
Priority access to purchase tickets to the Kennedy Center July 4th Celebration and other Kennedy Center Benefit Events and Galas
Invitations to Circles Signature Events for you and a guest^
Invitation to the President’s Annual Meeting for you and a guest
Priority seating in the Roof Terrace Restaurant and priority reservations for Roof Terrace Restaurant Special Events
Special rates and discounts at Washington-area hotels and restaurants
An invitation for you and a guest to a WNO Dress Rehearsal
Access to reserved seating section at Opera in the Outfield ®

All Patron Circle benefits, plus

An invitation for you and a guest to a second Circles Signature Event^
The ability to purchase tickets through the Circles Concierge Service—including prime orchestra seats (limit four) reserved exclusively for you, available up to 48 hours prior to performance
Waived service charges for ticket purchases made through the Circles Concierge Service
Exclusive archival digital access to NSO program notes
An invitation for you and a guest to one complimentary Post-Concert Reception with guest artists and NSO musicians^
An invitation for you and a guest to one Behind the Baton event, featuring a backstage tour of the Concert Hall^
An invitation for you and a guest to a second WNO Dress Rehearsal

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^ Benefits indicated with a ^ have a value of goods and services assigned to them. Per IRS regulations the value of goods and services must be deducted from your tax benefit. You may choose to decline these benefits if you wish to take the full tax benefit.

* Ticket priority provides Members with access to purchase tickets after subscribers, but before the general public. For Kennedy Center presentations a selection of tickets is reserved for purchase exclusively by Members. The selection of tickets reserved for Members may sell out during Ticket Priority before the general public on sale. Ticket Priority excludes the Kennedy Center Honors and Gala performances, as well as certain other non-Kennedy Center presentations.

Regulations issued by the Internal Revenue Service regarding contributions from a Donor Advised Fund ("DAF") prevent the Kennedy Center from extending non-incidental benefits as a result of the contribution, including but not limited to credit for membership dues, attendance at events, or lounge access. Should you have any questions regarding the DAF contribution, please consult your tax professional. Thank you.

Exclusive Benefits

Ticket Priority

Receive access to tickets before the general public during special Members-Only presales.

Exclusive Events

Join us at Members-Only events such as rehearsals and artist Q&As.

Membership Lounges

Enjoy access to our private Member lounges to relax, recharge, and socialize before shows and during intermission.

Discounts & Offers

Receive discounts on parking, dining, gift shop purchases, and special offers throughout the year

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