Spoleto Festival USA is now accepting applications for the 2025 Open Stage Door program. Through this community engagement initiative, Spoleto distributes complimentary tickets to service-oriented nonprofit organizations and their constituents. Applications are now open at spoletousa.org.
Community-based organizations, social service agencies, educational groups, and other nonprofits serving the greater Charleston area are invited to request tickets by submitting a brief application describing their services.
"Through Open Stage Door, we’re fostering genuine connections between individuals and the art itself,” says Spoleto Festival USA General Director & CEO Mena Mark Hanna. "This initiative inspires a deeper appreciation that goes beyond entertainment and gives back to our Charleston community by creating shared, unforgettable experiences."
In 2024, more than 300 complimentary tickets were distributed to more than 20 organizations in the Charleston area including Ansonborough House, We Are Family, Youth Empowerment Services, and HEART Inclusive Arts Community.
“Open Stage Door has been an important and impressive part of our programming at HEART each year,” says HEART Executive Director Sisi Garland. “Not only does it give us access to high-caliber artistic productions that we would not otherwise be able to afford, but it has created an environment where we feel welcomed and wanted. Having the Open Stage Door program in our city sends the message to us - and everyone in our city - that Spoleto welcomes all audiences and that they care about our comfort and creative enjoyment.”
For more information about Open Stage Door and to apply, visit spoletousa.org/openstagedoor.
