Below are images, links, and copy to help your organization promote Chicago Theatre Week 2022! If you have questions or need additional information, please contact Hayley Ross at hayley@chicagoplays.com.
Key Dates:
On-Sale Time is 10:00am CST Tuesday, January 11, 2022
Chicago Theatre Week takes place Thursday, February 17 through Sunday, February 27, 2022
Key Documents:
Box Office Instructions (please ensure that your box office staff has this important information!)
Theatre Promotional Form (required for all participating theatres)
Official Hashtag:
#CTW22
Where possible, also include #ChiTheatre.
Main Website:
Logos:
CTW has a new logo for 2022! Please use the new logo in your materials and promotion instead of the logo from previous Chicago Theatre Weeks.
Color Logo – JPG – click here to view
Black & White Logo – JPG – click here to view
White Logo (transparent background) – PNG – click here to view
Color Logo (transparent background) – PNG – click here to view
For other versions, please contact us.
Email/Social Media/Website/Blog Images:
For eblasts, please add Hayley@chicagoplays.com to your organization’s email list before sending.
Images should link to http://www.chicagotheatreweek.com. Other sizes available upon request. Once posted on your website, please send the web link or screenshot to Hayley@chicagoplays.com.
Use before Tuesday, Jan 11:
Instagram – 1080 x 1080
Facebook – 940 x 788
Twitter – 1600 x 900
Use after 10AM Tuesday, Jan 11:
Instagram – 1080 x 1080
Facebook – 940 x 788
Twitter – 1600 x 900
Use anytime:
Small Banner – 200 x 300
Cube Ad – 300 x 250
Leaderboard Ad – 728 x 90
Sample E-Newsletter Mentions:
Before January 11: Mark your calendar for the tenth annual Chicago Theatre Week: February 17-27, 2022! Specially-priced tickets will go on sale at 10am Tuesday, January 11 at ChicagoTheatreWeek.com. Join the celebration – Tickets are only $15 or $30 (or less!).
January 11 or after: [THEATRE COMPANY] is proud to participate in the tenth annual Chicago Theatre Week February 17-27, 2022. Find participating productions and special deals at ChicagoTheatreWeek.com!
Press Release Boilerplate:
In the press release of your participating show, you can add the details of your Chicago Theatre Week offer and special incentives, plus the below boilerplate:
About Chicago Theatre Week
Chicago Theatre Week is an annual celebration of the rich tradition of theatre-going in Chicago during which visitors and residents can access value-priced tickets. As a program of the League of Chicago Theatres, in partnership with Choose Chicago, CTW is celebrating its 10th anniversary February 17-27, 2022. Find more information at ChicagoTheatreWeek.com.
Sample Curtain Speech:
“This performance is/was part of the tenth annual CHICAGO THEATRE WEEK, happening right now through Sunday, February 27! A program of the League of Chicago Theatres with support from Choose Chicago, theatres all across the city have come together to offer value-priced tickets to their productions this week. To find out more, you can visit Chicago Theatre Week dot com. And make sure to tell your friends!”
Program Inserts and Ads:
If you would like to include program inserts or complimentary ad space for a Chicago Theatre Week ad in your printed or digital programs, please contact hayley@chicagoplays.com. For inserts, tell us the quantity needed and provide a deadline. For ads inside your program, tell us the ad specs and provide a deadline.
Sample copy for Twitter posts:
– Chicago Theatre Week is celebrating 10 years this February 17-27! Experience the thrill of live theatre with $15 and $30 tickets. Find out more at ChicagoTheatreWeek.com. #CTW22
– We’re participating in the 10th annual Chicago Theatre Week February 17-27! Check it out at ChicagoTheatreWeek.com and experience the thrill of #ChiTheatre. #CTW22
– Discover the fearless soul of Chicago during Chicago Theatre Week! $15 and $30 tickets are available to shows across Chicago. Learn more: ChicagoTheatreWeek.com #CTW22
(Link/Tag @chicagoplays on Twitter when possible.)
Sample copy for Facebook and Instagram posts:
– The tenth annual Chicago Theatre Week takes place February 17-27, 2022! Value-priced $15 and $30 CTW tickets are now available to productions throughout Chicago. Check it out at http://www.chicagotheatreweek.com! #CTW22
– Discover Chicago’s fearless soul by seeing a show (or 2, or 10!) during the tenth annual Chicago Theatre Week this February! $15 and $30 value-priced tickets are on sale now: ChicagoTheatreWeek.com. #CTW22
– Tickets are on sale NOW for the 10th annual Chicago Theatre Week! Join the celebration February 17-27, 2022. Find participating shows and offer details at http://www.chicagotheatreweek.com! #CTW22
(Follow and link to the League of Chicago Theatres’ ChicagoPlays Facebook page or @chicagoplays on Instagram when possible.)