As we unveil our 2026–2027 season, we invite you to take a leading role in the future of the Marion Palace Theatre. Sponsorship is more than support — it is a partnership in bringing exceptional performances, community experiences, and unforgettable moments to our stage.
Join us as we begin this exciting new chapter and make a lasting impact on the arts in Marion.
Select your sponsorship opportunity below to be part of what’s next at the Palace.
local productions
A CHORUS LINE
July 10-12, 2026
Directed by Clare Cooke • Main Stage
Sponsored by 3D Private Wealth
AVENUE Q
August 21-23, 2026
Directed by Dustin Rawlins • Main Stage
Seeking $3,000 Sponsorship
DISNEY'S DESCENDANTS THE MUSICAL
October 2-4, 2026, 2026
Directed by Kristi Wink • Main Stage
Sponsored by Jim & Barb Greetham
GUTENBERG!
November 13-14, 2026
Directed by Amanda Zucker • Pavilion
Sponsored by The Ohio State University at Marion
CHRISTMAS AT THE PALACE
December 4-6 2026
Directed by Clare Cooke • Main Stage
Co-Sponsored by First Citizens National Bank,
Ted Graham & Beth Kaufman
STEEL MAGNOLIAS
January 22-24, 2027
Directed by Kristi Wink • Pavilion
Sponsored by Bruce & Lisa Cudd
PETER PAN JR
February 19-21, 2027
Directed by Morgan Schwartz • Main Stage
Sponsored by Pillar Credit Union
13 JR
April 23-25, 2027
Directed by Kristi Wink • Main Stage
Sponsored by Jim & Barb Greetham
touring & pavilion productions
COLTON DIXON
September 20, 2026 • Main Stage
Sponsored by Jim & Barb Greetham
HERE COME THE MUMMIES
October 9, 2026 • Main Stage
Sponsored by Park National Bank
SARA EVANS
November 20, 2026 • Main Stage
Sponsored by Alluvial Private Wealth
DUELING PIANOS
January 9, 2027 • Pavilion
Sponsored by Don & Judy Mount
BENNIE & THE JETS
January 30, 2027 • Main Stage
Sponsored by Marion Technical College
THE LAURIE BERKNER BAND
February 7, 2027 • Main Stage
Seeking $5,000 Sponsorship
THREE BIRDS AND THE WIRE
February 13, 2027 • Pavilion
Sponsored by Stifel
SHOVEL CITY IMPROV
April 3, 2027 • Pavilion
Sponsored by Marion Logistics Services
SUGAR HILL GANG
May 7, 2027 • Main Stage
Seeking $2,000 Sponsorship
Sponsorship benefits
Community exposure & employee perks
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Receive complimentary tickets to share with special clients or employees.
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Employees may dress in logo attire during the sponsored event to greet patrons and/or distribute company information in the lobby.
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Employees receive a 10% discount on individual ticket purchases to the show you sponsor.
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Treat employees and clients to a pre-show party using the Scharer Patron Lounge prior to your sponsored event.
ADVERTISING INCENTIVES
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Your organization's name and logo will shine brightly on the Palace Theatre's digital marquee during the week of your sponsored show.
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To reinforce your Palace Theatre partnership, your organization's logo and website link will be featured on digital formats including the Palace website event page, E-mail newsletters, and on social media.
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Your company logo will appear on promotional print materials including posters, magazines, newspapers, newsletters, brochures, table tents, and programs.
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Your sponsorship will be mentioned in press releases, social media, and radio advertisements, in the season Playbill, and from the stage before the event.
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Your organization can have a starring role before movies at the Marion Palace Theatre. For an additional fee the Palace will deliver your message on a quarterly basis before each movie.