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The businesses who support Springfield Little Theatre by underwriting shows and sponsoring events not only see the value of a thriving theatre for our community, but also understand the positive marketing exposure that comes with that support.

National Audio Company is a family-owned, local small business in the heart of downtown Springfield. We dedicate ourselves to providing the highest quality audio cassettes. Like Springfield Little Theatre, National Audio Company has a drive to preserve history and support the arts in the community. From smalltown artists to international music producers, we provide quality product to everyone along with top-notch service.

We are honored to support The School of Rock this season. Many of our customers and employees are talented, passionate musicians, so this performance seemed like the perfect opportunity to support Springfield Little Theatre.

– Steve Stepp, President
National Audio Company, Inc.


Springfield Little Theatre is so much more than going to see a show. It’s about people coming together, on and off stage, in front and behind the curtain creating something memorable for everyone. SLT is a place to go and leave the cares of this world behind and escape to see something magical on stage. The dance between performers and audience members is where the real magic happens and that’s what sets live theatre apart from anything else. There’s nothing quite like walking through the doors of the Lander’s theatre and escaping to another place for a short period of time. Our community is extremely blessed to have the caliber of Springfield Little Theatre. COME ENJOY THE MAGIC!

– Micha Pelkey, Advertising Plus


Growing up in Springfield, Bryan Magers was immersed in sports. His father coached Little League baseball and refereed the Blue & Gold tournament, so young Bryan spent a lot of time on the playing fields and courts.

But his love for the arts is just as deep. “Gosh, I have loved the arts since high school, when I went up to the Muny in St. Louis and saw The Music Man.” From there it was on to his senior-class play — he still remembers it was Good Morning, Miss Dove — and today, decades later, Magers says arts remains an enduring love affair for him.

“The arts are so important for the Ozarks,” he says. “It can be movies or the art museum, things that are fun for everyone living here to have and enjoy. That’s especially true of the Landers and Springfield Little Theatre. For the size of our city, it’s a gem in the arts community and I love it.”

Bryan Magers, Bryan Properties


Communities thrive because of what they give to their people, and because of what people give back to their communities. At American National, we view the opportunity to give back to the communities we serve to be not just a responsibility, but a privilege—and supporting the Arts not just a privilege, but a joy.

The Arts bring us together and let us share experiences. They expand our horizons and touch our hearts. They comfort us and challenge us.

The historic Landers Theatre provides a majestic venue to immerse ourselves in those experiences. Within its magnificent walls, the Springfield Little Theatre has been “bringing the magic of live theatre to Springfield since 1934,” and American National is proud to support that worthwhile mission and grateful for the richness it brings to our community.

– Chuck La Tournous, VP of Marketing,
American National Insurance


Springfield Little Theatre, housed at the historic 1909 Landers, is an asset to our community in many ways: giving adults an outlet to perform, children a training ground for future success in the Arts, and young people a vision of where they may be headed one day. The Springfield area has availability to many forms of Art, but Springfield Little Theatre has been the best for over 88 yrs!

– Darlene Henne, SLT Guild President


As a nonprofit community theatre, our ticket sales equate to less than half of our operating expenses. The underwriting support we receive from businesses and individuals is critical to the continued success of the theatre. We strive to create opportunities for businesses to partner with us and gain memorable exposure to the more than 60,000 audience members who attend our shows each year.

Underwriting

Underwriting opportunities for Mainstage productions vary in cost and in benefits received. With packages beginning at $5,000­, the benefits of each package are worked out individually between the businesses based on their goals and needs. The larger the commitment, the more exposure in front of our captive audiences. Baseline benefits include:

  • Onstage recognition at shows
  • Logo on website and printed marketing materials
  • Tickets to preview nights of shows
  • Ad in season playbill
  • Program insert recognition

Event Sponsorship

In addition to live performances throughout the year, Springfield Little Theatre plays host to several fundraising events that bring in necessary funds to offset the costs of the performances. Sponsorships to these events not only provide exposure to a targeted demographic for your business, but tickets to the events as well.

Playbill Advertising

Advertising in our season playbill provides access to our audiences when they’re present and interested in learning about the theatre while they’re waiting for the show. Often times these season playbills are kept as mementos to remember their experience at the theatre. There are opportunities for ½ and full-page ads.

The 2022 deadline for the season playbill is July 31, 2022. To inquire about advertising, contact Lisa Hamaker, Development Director: 417-869-3869, ext 118 or lhamaker@SpringfieldLittleTheatre.org.

Education Sponsorship

Our nationally recognized education department has grown to serve over 30,000 kids in our community each year. Now located in its very own building, The Judith Enyeart Reynolds School of the Performing Arts for SLT, the SLT Education Department features an Education Series, SLT Studio Theatre productions, Film Lab, School Tour Program, three levels of performance troupes, competitive dance team, classes, workshops and more!

With all of that going on, there are sponsorship opportunities available for a business interested in marketing to families and supporting youth-based arts programs. To inquire about advertising, contact Lisa Hamaker, Development Director: 417-869-3869, ext 118 or lhamaker@SpringfieldLittleTheatre.org.

Get in Touch

To learn more about how you can partner with Springfield Little Theatre to get your business’ name in front of a very loyal and responsive audience, contact Lisa Hamaker, Development Director: 417-869-3869, ext 118 or lhamaker@SpringfieldLittleTheatre.org.

Ticket sales only cover 44% of our expenses. Your support makes all the difference.

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