More ways in. More ways to belong.
At Blumenthal Arts, we believe everyone should have the opportunity to experience the power of live arts.
Open Doors brings together programs, ticket opportunities and resources designed to make it easier for more members of our community to experience all that Blumenthal Arts has to offer.
A first Broadway show. A family night out. A discounted student ticket. An experience made more accessible. A new connection to Charlotte's arts community.
However you arrive, Open Doors is designed to make it easier to step inside.
Explore the opportunities below and find the door that's right for you.
To support ticket access programs, make a donation to Blumenthal Bridge.
AFFORDABLE WAYS TO EXPERIENCE MORE
A Blumenthal Arts Digital Lottery
Extraordinary experiences. More accessible prices.
The Draw opens access to some of the most exciting performances at Blumenthal Arts through special ticket opportunities.
From Broadway and concerts to comedy, immersive experiences and more, the program helps remove cost as a barrier while giving more people the opportunity to discover something extraordinary on our stages.
A place for teens to connect, experience live arts and find their community.
Club Blume Teens is a free social group designed especially for students in grades 9–12. Members will receive access to discounted student tickets to select performances, paired with exclusive pre-show socials where teens can connect, hang out, and enjoy free snacks and beverages before the curtain goes up.
Creating Charlotte's third place for families.
The Family Connection Series creates welcoming opportunities for families to experience entertainment, creativity and connection at Blumenthal Arts.
Through special family ticket offers and kid-focused in-theater experiences, the program makes it easier to introduce the next generation to the excitement of live theatre, music, dance and cultural performances.
It's a place to spend meaningful time together, experience something new and begin a lifelong connection to the arts.
Big shows. Student-friendly prices.
Students, this one's for you!
Student Rush makes it easier to experience Broadway hits, concerts, comedy and more without breaking your budget. Eligible students can access deeply discounted tickets to select performances throughout the season.
Grab your friends, bring your student ID and discover what's playing.
ARTS, EDUCATION & COMMUNITY
Bringing Broadway within reach for high school students.
Broadway Bridges makes it easier for teachers and chaperones to bring groups of students in grades 9–12 to experience touring Broadway productions at Blumenthal Arts, with deeply discounted tickets and group seating.
Connecting the people creating change in Charlotte.
The Community Leaders Network brings together leaders from local nonprofit organizations to build relationships, exchange resources and identify new ways to serve our community.
Connecting the educators who inspire what's next.
Through professional development, networking, social gatherings, pre-show workshops and special ticket opportunities, the network gives educators new ways to connect with one another — and bring inspiration from Blumenthal Arts back to their students and classrooms.
Removing barriers to meaningful arts experiences.
Blumenthal Bridges partners with local nonprofit organizations to provide grants that help individuals and families facing financial barriers access performance tickets, workshops and other arts experiences.
ACCESSIBILITY AT BLUMENTHAL ARTS
Blumenthal Arts is committed to creating welcoming and accessible experiences for all guests.
Accessibility services are available across our venues and performances and may include sign language interpretation, audio description, assistive listening devices and additional accommodations.
Select Broadway performances include scheduled Sign Interpreted and Audio Described performances.
THERE'S A PLACE FOR YOU HERE.
Raise a Glass. Open a Door.
Open Doors is proudly supported by STAGE CRAFT, a special collaboration between Blumenthal Arts and Town Brewing Co.
With every STAGE CRAFT beer purchased, a portion of proceeds supports Open Doors and helps create more opportunities for our community to experience the arts.
Cheers to more ways in and more ways to belong!
