Monday, December 26, 2011

RENT COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS GRAND PRIZE WINNER ANNOUNCEMENT

Congratulations to Tammy W. from Wilton, Connecticut, the winner of our RENT Countdown to Christmas grand prize giveaway! Tammy will receive a 4-pack of tickets to RENT at New World Stages; a personalized and signed copy of the cast holiday photo; a Givenik.com Piggy Bank signed by the cast of RENT; and a Givenik pig keychain!

If you would like to purchase any of the RENT merchandise items given away during our Countdown to Christmas, please visit www.rentmerch.com.

DON'T FORGET ABOUT OUR SPECIAL HOLIDAY SALE: $40 TICKETS TO RENT AND AVENUE Q!  THIS SALE ENDS DECEMBER 31, 2011.  

Click here to take advantage of this great offer!

For more information about the Off-Broadway production of RENT, visit www.siteforrent.com.

Sunday, December 25, 2011

GIVE IN TO LOVE

Merry Christmas!! The RENT Countdown to Christmas giveaways were our way of saying thanks to YOU, our most loyal fans of RENT. Please remember this holiday season to give in to love and give back to your community. Below are some charities that you can support through RENT:

BROADWAY CARES/EQUITY FIGHTS AIDS

Click here to watch a holiday message from some friends of Broadway Cares and please consider making a tax-deductible donation today. Thank you for your compassion and generosity.

You can also support Broadway Cares through the purchase of tickets to RENT on Givenik.com. 5% of your ticket purchase will go back to Broadway Cares when you buy tickets through this link.

About Broadway Cares:
Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS is the nation’s leading industry-based, nonprofit AIDS fundraising and grants making organization. By drawing upon the talents and generosity of the American theatre community, BC/EFA raises funds for AIDS-related causes and other critical illnesses across the United States. Since 1988, BC/EFA has raised more than $195 million dollars for critically needed services for people with AIDS and other serious illnesses. BC/EFA is the major supporter of seven programs at The Actors’ Fund - including the HIV/AIDS Initiative, the Phyllis Newman Women’s Health Initiative, the Al Hirschfeld Free Health Clinic, The Dancers’ Resource and two supportive housing residences. BC/EFA also awards grants to more than 400 AIDS and family service organizations nationwide. www.broadwaycares.org

FRIENDS IN DEED

Support Friends In Deed through the purchase of tickets to RENT on Givenik.com. 5% of your ticket purchase will go back to Friends In Deed when you buy tickets through this link.

About the Friends In Deed:
Founded by Mike Nichols and Cynthia O’Neal in 1991, Friends In Deed -- The Crisis Center for Life-Threatening Illness -- has helped transform thousands of lives through a wide array of programs and services. It provides emotional and spiritual support for anyone diagnosed with HIV/AIDS, cancer and other life-threatening physical illnesses, caregivers of those who are ill, and anyone dealing with grief. Friends In Deed is the inspiration for the "Life Support" scene in the award-winning musical RENT. While writing the show, Jonathan Larson volunteered at Friends In Deed and attended meetings in support of his friends living with HIV/AIDS. ALL SERVICES ARE FREE OF CHARGE. www.friendsindeed.org

JONATHAN LARSON® GRANTS

Support the Jonathan Larson Grants and the American Theatre Wing through the purchase of tickets to RENT on Givenik.com. 5% of your ticket purchase will go back to the American Theatre Wing when you buy tickets through this link.

About The Jonathan Larson Grants:
Jonathan Larson's dream was to infuse musical theatre with a contemporary, joyful, urban vitality. Although he did not live to see it happen, his dream was achieved through the phenomenal success of his musical RENT. The Jonathan Larson Grants were created with the understanding that without the grants that supplemented Jonathan's meager income, Jonathan might never have written Rent. The grants program was established 14 years ago as a place for individual creative theatre artists to turn to for financial support and encouragement. Initially given by the Jonathan Larson Performing Arts Foundation, these grants have recognized and supported more than eighty composers, lyricists, and librettists at the start of their careers. The Jonathan Larson Grants honor the talented creator of RENT and ensure that his spirit continues to inspire the future of American musical theatre. www.americantheatrewing.org/larsongrants

GIVENIK

Givenik.com is the only place on the web where you can get Broadway and Off-Broadway tickets and 5% is donated to your favorite charity.

Over 450 non-profits are part of Givenik.com, with more growing each day, including Broadway Impact, Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, Broadway Barks, Human Rights Campaign, God's Love We Deliver, Dress For Success Worldwide, Seeds of Peace, Maddie's Corner, North Shore Animal League, and many more!

Learn more at www.givenik.com.

Saturday, December 24, 2011

FINAL RENT COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAY

"Christmas bells are ringing... somewhere else. Not here."

For today's final giveaway, the grand prize package consists of:
  • four (4) tickets to the Off-Broadway production of RENT at New World Stages;
  • a personalized and signed copy of the cast holiday photo (see above); 
  • a Givenik Piggy Bank (Pignik) signed by the cast of RENT;
  • and a Givenik pig keychain!
We have hidden a special holiday icon (hint: see above) on www.siteforrent.com. Look closely... it could be anywhere on the website! Find the icon and click it to enter the final giveaway!

IT'S THE BEST DEAL EVER: $40* TICKETS TO RENT AND AVENUE Q! OFFER ENDS DECEMBER 31, 2011.

Now is the time to get great gifts and stocking stuffers for all your family and friends at an affordable price, or treat yourself to another visit to your favorite shows!

THREE EASY WAYS TO PAY:

1. ONLINE: For tickets to RENT, click here or visit BroadwayOffers.com and enter code RNHDFAN1. For tickets to AVENUE Q, click here or visit BroadwayOffers.com and enter code AQFANHD1.

2. BY PHONE: Call 212-947-8844 and mention code RNHDFAN1 for tickets to RENT or code AQFANHD1 for tickets to AVENUE Q.

3. IN PERSON: Bring a print-out of this e-mail to the New World Stages Box Office, 340 W. 50th Street between 8th and 9th Avenues, in New York City. Click here for box office hours.

*Terms & conditions: Offer valid for select performances from January 2, 2012 to March 18, 2012. Offer not valid for Saturday evening performances, January 14-15, 2012, and February 18-19, 2012. Other blackout dates may apply. Regular prices $69.50 - $89.50. All prices include a $1.50 facility fee. Schedule and cast subject to change. Offer subject to availability. Normal service charges apply to online and phone orders. No exchanges or refunds. All sales are final. Cannot be combined with other offers. Not valid for prior purchases. Limit of 10 tickets per order. Offer expires December 31, 2011 but may be revoked at any time.

No purchase necessary to enter or win the Countdown to Christmas giveaway.

For more information about the Off-Broadway production of RENT, visit www.siteforrent.com.

Friday, December 23, 2011

RENT COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAY #10

Happy Friday! Only two days until Christmas!! It's our next-to-last RENT Countdown to Christmas giveaway! One lucky fan will receive a RENT Diva T-shirt autographed by our Maureen, Annaleigh Ashford!

To enter today's giveaway, you must correctly answer this trivia question: When Annaleigh Ashford performed at "Broadway in Bryant Park" in August, what did she say was her charity of choice? (Hint: Visit Givenik.com's YouTube Channel for the answer!)

E-mail sweepstakes@siteforrent.com with the subject line: "This Diva Needs Her Stage." In the body of the e-mail, write your answer to the trivia question and please include your first & last name and city of residence.

Entries must be received by 11:59 PM EST, Friday, December 23, 2011. Limit one entry per person.

IT'S THE BEST DEAL EVER: $40* TICKETS TO RENT AND AVENUE Q! OFFER ENDS DECEMBER 31, 2011.

Now is the time to get great gifts and stocking stuffers for all your family and friends at an affordable price, or treat yourself to another visit to your favorite shows!

THREE EASY WAYS TO PAY:

1. ONLINE: For tickets to RENT, click here or visit BroadwayOffers.com and enter code RNHDFAN1. For tickets to AVENUE Q, click here or visit BroadwayOffers.com and enter code AQFANHD1.

2. BY PHONE: Call 212-947-8844 and mention code RNHDFAN1 for tickets to RENT or code AQFANHD1 for tickets to AVENUE Q.

3. IN PERSON: Bring a print-out of this e-mail to the New World Stages Box Office, 340 W. 50th Street between 8th and 9th Avenues, in New York City. Click here for box office hours.

*Terms & conditions: Offer valid for select performances from January 2, 2012 to March 18, 2012. Offer not valid for Saturday evening performances, January 14-15, 2012, and February 18-19, 2012. Other blackout dates may apply. Regular prices $69.50 - $89.50. All prices include a $1.50 facility fee. Schedule and cast subject to change. Offer subject to availability. Normal service charges apply to online and phone orders. No exchanges or refunds. All sales are final. Cannot be combined with other offers. Not valid for prior purchases. Limit of 10 tickets per order. Offer expires December 31, 2011 but may be revoked at any time.

No purchase necessary to enter or win the Countdown to Christmas giveaway.

For more information about the Off-Broadway production of RENT, visit www.siteforrent.com.

Wednesday, December 21, 2011

RENT COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAY #9

It's our ninth RENT Countdown to Christmas giveaway! Today's prize is an autographed RENT poster! To enter the giveaway, visit RENT's Twitter profile.

IT'S THE BEST DEAL EVER: $40* TICKETS TO RENT AND AVENUE Q! OFFER ENDS DECEMBER 31, 2011.

Now is the time to get great gifts and stocking stuffers for all your family and friends at an affordable price, or treat yourself to another visit to your favorite shows!

THREE EASY WAYS TO PAY:

1. ONLINE: For tickets to RENT, click here or visit BroadwayOffers.com and enter code RNHDFAN1. For tickets to AVENUE Q, click here or visit BroadwayOffers.com and enter code AQFANHD1.

2. BY PHONE: Call 212-947-8844 and mention code RNHDFAN1 for tickets to RENT or code AQFANHD1 for tickets to AVENUE Q.

3. IN PERSON: Bring a print-out of this e-mail to the New World Stages Box Office, 340 W. 50th Street between 8th and 9th Avenues, in New York City. Click here for box office hours.

*Terms & conditions: Offer valid for select performances from January 2, 2012 to March 18, 2012. Offer not valid for Saturday evening performances, January 14-15, 2012, and February 18-19, 2012. Other blackout dates may apply. Regular prices $69.50 - $89.50. All prices include a $1.50 facility fee. Schedule and cast subject to change. Offer subject to availability. Normal service charges apply to online and phone orders. No exchanges or refunds. All sales are final. Cannot be combined with other offers. Not valid for prior purchases. Limit of 10 tickets per order. Offer expires December 31, 2011 but may be revoked at any time.

No purchase necessary to enter or win the Countdown to Christmas giveaway.

For more information about the Off-Broadway production of RENT, visit www.siteforrent.com.

RENT COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAY #8

Who wants to win a RENT hoodie?! It's today's prize for our RENT Countdown to Christmas giveaway!

HOW TO ENTER TODAY'S RENT COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAY:
1. If you're not already, become a fan of RENT on Facebook by clicking the "Like" button.
2. Share the link to this page (RENT COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAY #8) on your own Facebook profile.
3. Take a screenshot of your Facebook profile that shows you shared this link.
4. Send an e-mail to sweepstakes@siteforrent.com with the subject line: "I Want a RENT Hoodie" and attach your screenshot. In the body of the e-mail, please include your first and last name and city of residence.

Entries are due by 11:59 PM EST, Wednesday, December 21, 2011. One winner will be selected at random and contacted via e-mail on Thursday, December 22, 2011.

IT'S THE BEST DEAL EVER: $40* TICKETS TO RENT AND AVENUE Q! OFFER ENDS DECEMBER 31, 2011.

Now is the time to get great gifts and stocking stuffers for all your family and friends at an affordable price, or treat yourself to another visit to your favorite shows!

THREE EASY WAYS TO PAY:

1. ONLINE: For tickets to RENT, click here or visit BroadwayOffers.com and enter code RNHDFAN1. For tickets to AVENUE Q, click here or visit BroadwayOffers.com and enter code AQFANHD1.

2. BY PHONE: Call 212-947-8844 and mention code RNHDFAN1 for tickets to RENT or code AQFANHD1 for tickets to AVENUE Q.

3. IN PERSON: Bring a print-out of this e-mail to the New World Stages Box Office, 340 W. 50th Street between 8th and 9th Avenues, in New York City. Click here for box office hours.

*Terms & conditions: Offer valid for select performances from January 2, 2012 to March 18, 2012. Offer not valid for Saturday evening performances, January 14-15, 2012, and February 18-19, 2012. Other blackout dates may apply. Regular prices $69.50 - $89.50. All prices include a $1.50 facility fee. Schedule and cast subject to change. Offer subject to availability. Normal service charges apply to online and phone orders. No exchanges or refunds. All sales are final. Cannot be combined with other offers. Not valid for prior purchases. Limit of 10 tickets per order. Offer expires December 31, 2011 but may be revoked at any time.

No purchase necessary to enter or win the Countdown to Christmas giveaway.

For more information about the Off-Broadway production of RENT, visit www.siteforrent.com.

Tuesday, December 20, 2011

RENT COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAY #7

RENT fans, it's our seventh Countdown to Christmas giveaway! Today's prize is an autographed RENT Playbill! To enter this giveaway, e-mail sweepstakes@siteforrent.com with the subject line: "Christmas Bells Are Ringing!" In the body of the e-mail, please include your first & last name and city of residence. Must enter by 11:59 PM EST, Tuesday, December 20, 2011.  Limit one entry per person.

DON'T FORGET ABOUT OUR SPECIAL HOLIDAY SALE: $40 TICKETS TO RENT AND AVENUE Q!  THIS SALE ENDS DECEMBER 31, 2011.  

Click here to take advantage of this great offer!


No purchase necessary to enter or win the Countdown to Christmas giveaway.

For more information about the Off-Broadway production of RENT, visit www.siteforrent.com.

Monday, December 19, 2011

RENT COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAY #6

Happy Monday, RENT fans! It's our sixth RENT Countdown to Christmas giveaway!  Today, we are giving away a RENT baseball cap.  To enter to win, visit twitter.com/rentoffbroadway and follow the instructions on the profile no later than 11:59 PM EST, December 19, 2011.

DON'T FORGET ABOUT OUR SPECIAL HOLIDAY SALE: $40 TICKETS TO RENT AND AVENUE Q!  THIS SALE ENDS DECEMBER 31, 2011.  

Click here to take advantage of this great offer!


No purchase necessary to enter or win the Countdown to Christmas giveaway.

For more information about the Off-Broadway production of RENT, visit www.siteforrent.com.

Sunday, December 18, 2011

RENT HOLIDAY SCHEDULE FOR DECEMBER 2011

The company of RENT.  Photo by Joan Marcus.
Christmas bells are ringing!  Happy Holidays, RENT fans!  Please note the following changes for the remainder of December 2011 as well as New Year's Day:
  • Sunday, December 18 at 2 PM and 7:30 PM
  • Monday, December 19 at 8 PM
  • Added performance Tuesday, December 20 at 8 PM
  • Added performance Wednesday, December 21 at 2 PM
  • Wednesday, December 21 at 8 PM
  • Thursday, December 22 at 8 PM
  • Friday, December 23 at 8 PM
  • Saturday, December 24 at 2 PM
  • No performance Saturday, December 24 at 8 PM
  • No performances Sunday, December 25 at 2 PM and 7:30 PM
  • Added performance Monday, December 26 at 2 PM
  • Monday, December 26 at 8 PM
  • Added performance Tuesday, December 27 at 8 PM
  • Added performance Wednesday, December 28 at 2 PM
  • Wednesday, December 28 at 8 PM
  • Thursday, December 29 at 8 PM
  • Added performance Friday, December 30 at 2 PM
  • Friday, December 30 at 8 PM
  • No performances Saturday, December 31 at 2 PM and 8 PM
  • No performance Sunday, January 1 at 2 PM
  • Sunday, January 1 at 7:30 PM
Click here to buy tickets online.  For more information about the Off-Broadway production of RENT, visit www.siteforrent.com.

RENT COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAY #5

Viva La Vie Bohème! Just one week to go until Christmas! Today is our fifth RENT Countdown to Christmas giveaway, and one lucky fan will receive a RENT La Vie Bohème logo T-shirt! To enter today's giveaway, click here and RSVP that you're "going" to "RENT Countdown to Christmas"! (If you have already done so, you are automatically entered into this drawing!)

Be sure to invite your friends to this Facebook event, as we count down the days to Christmas, continue the daily giveaways, and reveal our grand prize on Christmas Eve!

DON'T FORGET ABOUT OUR SPECIAL HOLIDAY SALE: $40 TICKETS TO RENT AND AVENUE Q!  THIS SALE ENDS DECEMBER 31, 2011.  

Click here to take advantage of this great offer!


No purchase necessary to enter or win the Countdown to Christmas giveaway.

For more information about the Off-Broadway production of RENT, visit www.siteforrent.com.

Saturday, December 17, 2011

RENT PERFORMS ON CBS' THE EARLY SHOW

The Off-Broadway cast of RENT performed on CBS' "The Early Show" on Saturday, December 17, 2011. Click on the video players below to watch their appearance!

"Rent"


Interview featuring Matt Shingledecker (Roger) and Adam Chanler-Berat (Mark)


"Seasons of Love" featuring soloists Tamika Sonja Lawrence and Marcus Paul James


For more information about the Off-Broadway production of RENT, visit www.siteforrent.com.

Friday, December 16, 2011

RENT COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAY #4

No day but today. It is our fourth RENT Countdown to Christmas giveaway! You could win a signed copy of RENT: The Complete Book and Lyrics of the Broadway Musical, the authorized libretto by Jonathan Larson. To enter this giveaway, e-mail sweepstakes@siteforrent.com with the subject line: "We won't be back before it's Christmas Day!" In the body of the e-mail, please include your first & last name and city of residence. Must enter by 11:59 PM EST, Saturday, December 17, 2011.  Limit one entry per person.

DON'T FORGET ABOUT OUR SPECIAL HOLIDAY SALE: $40 TICKETS TO RENT AND AVENUE Q!  THIS SALE ENDS DECEMBER 31, 2011.  

Click here to take advantage of this great offer!


No purchase necessary to enter or win the Countdown to Christmas giveaway.

For more information about the Off-Broadway production of RENT, visit www.siteforrent.com.

Thursday, December 15, 2011

RENT COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAY #3

Happy Friday, RENT fans! It's our third RENT Countdown to Christmas giveaway!

Parched? Today's prize is a RENT canteen! To enter this giveaway, visit RENT's Facebook fan page and follow the instructions on the wall.


DON'T FORGET ABOUT OUR SPECIAL HOLIDAY SALE: $40 TICKETS TO RENT AND AVENUE Q!  THIS SALE ENDS DECEMBER 31, 2011.  

Click here to take advantage of this great offer!


No purchase necessary to enter or win the Countdown to Christmas giveaway.

For more information about the Off-Broadway production of RENT, visit www.siteforrent.com.

RENT COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAY #2

Today is the second RENT Countdown to Christmas giveaway. Today's prize is a set of 2 RENT mugs! To enter the giveaway, visit RENT's Twitter profile.


DON'T FORGET ABOUT OUR SPECIAL HOLIDAY SALE: $40 TICKETS TO RENT AND AVENUE Q!  THIS SALE ENDS DECEMBER 31, 2011.  

Click here to take advantage of this great offer!


No purchase necessary to enter or win the Countdown to Christmas giveaway.

For more information about the Off-Broadway production of RENT, visit www.siteforrent.com.

Wednesday, December 14, 2011

JOIN THE RENT COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS!


Christmas bells are ringing! Join the RENT Countdown to Christmas and you could receive holiday prizes from the show! Keep an eye on Facebook today for the first Countdown to Christmas giveaway!