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I HAVE ALWAYS COME TO THE GATEAS AN OPENER TO THE WORLDAND TO THE IMAGINATION.David Farr, Associate Director RSC

THE GATE IS AN EXCHANGE OF TINYDETAILS BETWEEN AUDIENCE ANDACTORS. I’M HONOURED TO HAVESTARTED MY CAREER THERE.Katie Mitchell, Director

WE LOVE WHAT THE GATE STANDSFOR - WE FEEL LIKE WE CANREALLY SEE HOW OUR SUPPORTMAKES A DIFFERENCE.Sandi and Jake, Gate Ambassador

THE GATE NEVER FAILS TO AMAZEME. SUPPORTING THE GATE HASOPENED UP A WHOLE NEW,AND EXCITING, WORLD.Charles, Gate Keeper

SUPPORT THE GATE

You hold the key to the Gate PLEASE JOIN US!

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L to R clockwiseLouise Brealey & Sam Cox in THE TROJAN WOMEN © Iona FirouzabadiJon Foster in rehearsal for TENET © Iona FirouzabadiNitzan Sharron & Melanie Jessop in THE PROPHET © Simon KaneAmelia Lowdell in PURPLE HEART © Hugo GlendinningLucy Ellinson in TENET © Iona Firouzabadi

THEATRE NOTTING HILL

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OPEN THE GATE – JOIN US!Housed in an intimate nook above a pub in Notting Hill, the Gate Theatre’s workhas been up close and personal for nearly 35 years. With a leading reputation intransformative theatre design, each experience at the Gate feels like steppinginto a whole new world. The Gate is a renowned springboard for young talent.The list of Gate alumni is inspirational, from Stephen Daldry to Katie Mitchell,Sarah Kane to Tracy Letts. The theatre industry looks to us for emerging talentreaching for the stars.

‘ONE OF THE MAJOR GENERATORS OF THEATRICAL TALENTIN THIS COUNTRY’ Stephen Daldry

Each year, the Gate needs to raise 33% of its income through private fundraising(an average of £220,000 a year). We look to you to Guard the Gate – to act asambassadors of our mission, and to donate towards our work.

You can help us to…• KEEP TAKING CHALLENGING ARTISTIC RISKS, BUT REMAIN AFFORDABLE FOR ALL• ENCOURAGE DISCUSSION AND DEBATE ABOUT THE GLOBAL ISSUES

THAT AFFECT ALL OUR LIVES• BE A PLACE OF POSSIBILITIES FOR YOU, AND FOR THE NEXT

GENERATION OF THEATRE ARTISTS

We know it’s a big ask, but given the Gate’s small size you can see the incredibledifference every penny you give makes. And thanks to supporters like you,when you see our artists in the West End and on the big screen, you can say“I saw them at the Gate first”.

PRODUCTION SUPPORTIn addition to the giving levels overleaf, the Gate is delighted to offer the opportunityto get even closer to our work, by directly supporting a production, or whole season,with a major gift. In thanks, we create an exclusive package of behind the scenesexperiences tailored to your personal interests. Please contact the Executive Directoron 020 7229 5387 to discuss how you could play this invaluable part.

Please consider helping us by including the Gate Theatre in your Will. You willprovide a lasting gift to ensure future generations will continue to enjoy the Gate.

WE HAVE FOUR GIVING LEVELSGATE OPENER £250+ OR from £21 a month• Priority booking period• E-updates, production news and announcements ahead of the press• Invitations to Supporters’ Nights – private post-show discussions*£750 supports all lighting and sound equipment for one production

GATE KEEPER £1,000+ OR from £84 a monthAS OPENER PLUS• Personal booking via the Development Officer• Exchange and reserve tickets at no extra cost• ‘Notes from the Director’ in advance of each production• Acknowledgement in published play texts, website and donor board• Invitation to the Artistic Director’s Annual Party**£1,000 supports an assistant director for one production

GATE AMBASSADOR £2,500+ OR from £209 a monthAS KEEPER PLUS• Opportunity to book house seats to sold out shows• Reserved seating (on request)• Invitation to ‘Behind the Scenes’ twice yearly breakfast with the

Artistic Director to hear upcoming plans for the Gate• Play text, signed by the company for each production attended• Invitation to join cast and crew’s informal end of run celebrations**£3,800 supports the production crew for one production

GATE GUARDIAN £5,000+ OR from £417 a monthAS AMBASSADOR PLUS• Invitations to press nights and after parties• Access to dress rehearsals (at director’s discretion)• Personalised package of opportunities to bring you closer to

the Gate, to acknowledge your leadership gift£5,500 supports one actor for a whole production

* ticket cost applies ** extra cost may apply

DONATE TO GATEI WOULD LIKE TO BECOME A GATE OPENER | GATE KEEPER | GATE AMBASSADOR | GATE GUARDIAN (Delete as applicable)

WITH A GIFT OF _____________

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ADDRESS ___________________________________________________________________________________

TOWN ________________________ POSTCODE _______ TELEPHONE _______________ EMAIL _______________

I/WE WISH TO BE ACKNOWLEDGED AS FOLLOWS _________________________________________________________

THREE EASY WAYS TO PAY

� BY CHEQUE: I enclose a cheque/CAF voucher made payable to The Gate Theatre Co Ltd

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OR ONLINE AT WWW.GATETHEATRE.CO.UK OR BY PHONE 020 7229 5387

� BY STANDING ORDER: BANK _________ SORT CODE |____|____|____| ACCOUNT NO. ___________________________

YOUR BANK’S ADDRESS __________________________________________________________________________

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PLEASE PAY The Gate Theatre Ltd Amount (in figures) £ _________ Amount (in words) _________________________________

EACH MONTH | YEAR* STARTING ON _____/_____/_____ UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE (*Delete as applicable)

SIGNATURE _____________________________________________________________ DATE _____/_____/_____

� GIFT AID DECLARATIONI am a UK taxpayer and would like the Gate Theatre to reclaim tax on all donations I have made to the Gate Theatre since 6 April2008 and all donations I make in the future until I notify you otherwise. To qualify for Gift Aid, what you pay in income tax orcapital gains tax must at least equal the amount we claim in the tax year

PLEASE COMPLETE AND RETURN FORM along with your payment toDevelopment Officer, Gate Theatre, 12 Pembridge Road, London W11 3HL.

THE GATE THEATRE BANK DETAILS: Royal Bank of Scotland, Notting Hill Branch, 78 Notting Hill Gate, London, W11 3HSAccount Name: The Gate Theatre Ltd / Account Number: 12160602 / Sort Code: 16-00-82