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The Cygnet Theatre Connection

At Cygnet, we want to enhance your personal connection to live theatre. Find out more about our special events, connect with us online, join the Cygnet Social Circle or volunteer your time and become a Cygnet Swan!

The Cygnet Social Circle

Have fun with Cygnet friends and make new ones, all while supporting the theatre’s mission and work. By joining the Cygnet Social Circle, you will have access to special invitation-only events for members.

The Social Circle Mission

To support the Artistic and Outreach programs of Cygnet Theatre and add a social dimension to the Cygnet patron experience.

By expanding the reach of our award-winning regional theatre through personal contacts, sharing innovative ideas among its members and providing invaluable services as volunteers and goodwill ambassadors, Social Circle members become an integral part of the Cygnet family.

Who We Are

The Cygnet Social Circle is organized by and exists under the authority of the Board of Directors of Cygnet Theatre, a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation, tax identification number 57-1146474. Annual dues are $35 per person. Donations are tax deductible.

We look forward to sharing good times with you.

Contact

If you would like more information, please contact Cygnet Social Circle Chair Mary Roberts at CSC@CygnetTheatre.org.

Volunteer with cygnet

Cygnet Theatre, a nonprofit organization, thrives on the dedication and passion of our incredible volunteers. Their contributions help bring our high-quality productions to life, and we would love for you to be part of our team!

Please note that our ushering roster is currently full, but there are many other exciting ways to get involved. We encourage you to explore the other rewarding opportunities within our Cygnet volunteer family. Join us and make a meaningful impact!

Volunteer Benefits

Being a Cygnet Volunteer includes these special advantages:

  • Gain the satisfaction of representing award-winning Cygnet Theatre
  • Make new friends who share your interests and love of theatre
  • Learn more about the backstage world of theatre
  • See Cygnet productions or attend special events
    (when available in conjunction with volunteer activities)
  • Attend invitational dress rehearsals of Cygnet productions
Cygnet Ambassador
Cygnet participates in many local arts festivals and other outreach opportunities. Become an Ambassador and let everyone in the city know where we are and what we do. As an Ambassador, you will work closely with staff to help answer general questions, describe upcoming plays, and hand out materials.
Special Events Volunteer
With our annual Gala, OUT @ Cygnet nightsSpecial Forums and Donor Events, there’s always a party that needs your help. If you enjoy pouring drinks, welcoming and registering guests, creating perfect food table displays, or setting up and cleaning up, join us!
Administrative Volunteer
With all of our special events and donation appeals, there are plenty of mailings to be done. Our envelope stuffers/folders/stampers/sealers enjoy working with a group of other volunteers, making a big difference in our communications with our audience.
Costume Volunteer
The beautiful costumes begin in the minds of Cygnet’s incredible resident designers. The building of these costumes, as well as their maintenance, is often done by a talented group of sewers. If sewing skills and a love for theatre costumes are yours, join our Cygnet costume volunteers!
Cygnet Swans

Cygnet Swans show the casts and crews how much we love them. Join the Swans for the fun of providing weekly snacks/treats that the actors/crew can enjoy in the greenroom before shows. Also help host a dinner for the cast and crew of each production.

Travel with Cygnet

Each year, Cygnet takes a trip to see great Theatre. In years past, we’ve visited London, Paris, Edinburgh, New York, Washington D.C., Dublin, Stratford & Bath as part of the excursion. Our last trip included a transatlantic theatre tour from London to NYC.

Stay tuned for our 2025 trip announcement and join Artistic Director Sean Murray and Executive Director Bill Schmidt on Cygnet Theatre’s next trip.

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I really enjoy the opportunity to meet other Cygnet supporters through the Cygnet Social Circle. It makes coming to the productions so much more enjoyable as I always see someone I know.
Sharon Leider
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Cygnet Theater offers some of the best theater performances in San Diego. Planned giving is one way I can ensure that Cygnet will be here for future generations of theater goers.
Mark Bennett