VIP Tickets & Sponsorship Opportunities

We offer two levels of VIP tickets, available directly through the venue.

For higher-level sponsorships—which include VIP tickets plus exclusive perks—see the options below.

We love you, madly — we couldn’t do it without you!

Levels & Benefits

Sophisticated Lady Sponsorship – $150

Enjoy the show while supporting the future of jazz.
Benefits:
• One (1) VIP Ticket to Such Sweet Thunder at Symphony Space
• Name listed in printed Concert Program & DECFA Website
• Digital thank-you from Mercedes Ellington

Mood Indigo Sponsorship – $300

Celebrate the arts with enhanced access and closer connection to the music.
Benefits:
• Two (2) VIP Tickets to Such Sweet Thunder at Symphony Space
• Name listed in printed Concert Program & DECFA Website
• Digital thank-you from Mercedes Ellington
• Signed Program by Mercedes Ellington

For Higher-Level Sponsorships — VIP Tickets + Exclusive Perks:

CLICK HERE TO DONATE
Then email us at decfaoffice@gmail.com with your name and donation amount, and we’ll process your sponsorship.

Take the A-Train Sponsorship – $500

Step into the spotlight with premium recognition.
Benefits:
• Two (2) VIP Tickets
• Name listed in printed Concert Program & DECFA Website
• Digital thank-you
• Signed Program & Poster by Mercedes Ellington
• Exclusive DECFA Gift Bag

Cotton Club Sponsorship – $1,000

Go behind the scenes and engage with the artists.
Benefits:
• Two (2) VIP Tickets
• Name listed in printed Concert Program & DECFA Website
• Digital thank-you
• Signed Program & Poster by Mercedes Ellington
• Exclusive DECFA Gift Bag
• Meet Cast Members after the show
• Invitation to Other Special Events

Duke’s Place Sponsorship – $2,500

Join our inner circle of key supporters.
Benefits:
• Four (4) VIP Tickets
• Name listed in printed Concert Program & DECFA Website
• Digital thank-you
• Signed Program & Poster by Mercedes Ellington
• Exclusive DECFA Gift Bag
• Meet Cast Members after the show
• Invitation to Other Special Events
• Special recognition from the stage during the event
• Custom Photo Opportunity with Mercedes Ellington

Royal Ancestry Sponsorship – $5,000

Enjoy exclusive treatment and make a lasting mark on Duke Ellington’s legacy.
Benefits:
• Six (6) VIP Tickets
• Name listed in printed Concert Program & DECFA Website
• Digital thank-you
• Signed Program & Poster by Mercedes Ellington
• Exclusive DECFA Gift Bag
• Meet Cast Members after the show
• Invitation to Other Special Events
• Special recognition from the stage
• Custom Photo Opportunity with Mercedes Ellington
• Private Dinner with DECFA’s Board and Mercedes Ellington

Why Your Support Matters

Your sponsorship directly sustains DECFA’s mission to preserve and promote the legacy of Duke Ellington through education, performance, and community engagement.
All sponsorships are tax-deductible.