Select Your Level of Premiere Circle Membership
The Premiere Circle is a group of the American Film Institute’s most dedicated supporters who elevate AFI’s mission with leadership annual gifts. This exclusive membership features three levels of opportunities for members to engage with film and filmmakers through AFI programs and events.
Membership Includes:
- Two (2) seats in Mezzanine One at the AFI Life Achievement Award Tribute
- Two (2) invitations to an AFI FEST Red Carpet Premiere of your choice (All invitations are non-transferable)
- Two (2) Star Passes to AFI FEST (option to upgrade to Patron Pass for $300 each)
- 50% off additional tickets and passes to AFI FEST
- Year-long admission for two (2) to the AFI Silver Theatre (AFI Silver Premiere Circle members only)
Plus, All Membership Benefits:
- On-demand access to a series on the craft of filmmaking
- Monthly Member News e-newsletter
Value of goods/services: $860
Membership benefits are annual and subject to change.
Membership Includes:
- Two (2) seats in Mezzanine One for the AFI Life Achievement Award Tribute
- Two (2) invitations to all AFI FEST Red Carpet Premieres (All invitations are non-transferable.)
- Two (2) Patron Passes to AFI FEST
- 50% off additional tickets and passes to AFI FEST
- Year-long admission for two (2) to the AFI Silver Theatre (AFI Silver Premiere Circle members only)
Plus, All Membership Benefits:
- On-demand access to a series on the craft of filmmaking
- Monthly Member News e-newsletter
Value of goods/services: $860
Membership benefits are annual and subject to change.
Membership Includes:
- Four (4) seats in Mezzanine One for the AFI Life Achievement Award Tribute
- Two (2) invitations to all AFI FEST Red Carpet Premieres (All invitations are non-transferable.)
- Four (4) Patron Passes to AFI FEST
- 50% off additional tickets and passes to AFI FEST
- Invitation to the AFI Archive private tour
- Year-long admission for two (2) to the AFI Silver Theatre (AFI Silver Premiere Circle members only)
Plus, All Membership Benefits:
- On-demand access to a series on the craft of filmmaking
- Monthly Member News e-newsletter
Value of goods/services: $860
Membership benefits are annual and subject to change.
If you would like to join Premiere Circle via one-time or yearly payments please click here.
Membership FAQs
You've donated. Now what? Get answers to your burning questions by clicking any of the frequently asked questions below. Can't find the answer you're looking for? More FAQs can be found here or feel free to contact us at 800.774.4234 or via email: PremiereCircle@afi.com.
You will receive an e-confirmation of your contribution after becoming a member. This e-confirmation is not an official receipt for tax purposes. For monthly giving, a detailed annual summary of your contributions, including the fair market value of any goods or services received, will be provided at the end of the tax year. For annual giving, a receipt will be mailed to you a few weeks after your contribution.
Frequently asked questions
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