“The timing, the costumes, the fabulous sets… It’s really lovely to be able to offer some of my funds to present this on this terrific stage. It makes me feel like a part of this community.”
-Linda Berns, Sustainability Circle Donor
As a nonprofit organization in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, TAP sustains operations primarily by contributions. Learn how you can support us. The generosity of our donors and sponsors helps Third Avenue PlayWorks to inspire community connections and spark dialogue through wide-ranging professional theatre. Whether through sponsorship, individual giving or planned giving, or simply volunteering with our organization, your support makes it possible to produce uplifting, provocative, and intimate professional theatre experiences in Door County all year long.
-Linda Berns, Sustainability Circle Donor

Ticket sales cover only a portion of what it takes to bring exceptional professional theatre to life at TAP. Support us with a generous contribution to help us fulfill our mission. Gifts can be made by check, credit card, appreciated stock, donor-advised funds, or IRA distributions, offering flexibility while making a meaningful impact.

TAP offers a range of individual and corporate sponsorship opportunities that directly support us, our productions, and programs. We’re proud to partner with local businesses and community members who share our commitment to keeping live theatre thriving in Sturgeon Bay.

For those interested in becoming a star at Third Avenue PlayWorks, our Sustainability Circle may be for you! With a three-year pledge of $1,000 or more to TAP, you’ll join our inner circle and enjoy extra benefits while knowing you are supporting our work in a meaningful and lasting way.

Leave a lasting legacy in Sturgeon Bay with planned giving. Whether through a charitable bequest in your will, naming TAP as a beneficiary of an IRA or insurance policy, or through a gift annuity, you can help support us and secure our future as Door County’s premier professional theatre.

Celebrate your passion for live theatre by naming a seat in the beautifully renovated Steve and Jackie Kane Theatre at TAP. This unique opportunity to support us lets you leave a lasting mark while supporting the ongoing vibrancy of our artistic home. Select your seat today and become a visible part of our story.

We don’t want to twist your arm, but volunteering at TAP is fun! When you volunteer, you’ll play a special role in making sure TAP audiences have a fantastic experience at the theatre from building sets, assisting with poster distribution, ushering and concessions during the show, or even strike. And volunteers get to see the show for free!

Event sponsorship helps Third Avenue PlayWorks provide entertaining events throughout the year like our Annual Gala! Opportunities for sponsorship include multiple levels for corporate or individual giving as well as opportunities for donations. Stay tuned to our upcoming events to find out about event sponsorship at Third Avenue PlayWorks.