Be Seen. Be Remembered.
Name a Seat for the Grand's Second Century.
A special invitation to celebrate 100 years of The Grand.
Claim your piece of history by naming a seat in the theater!
Choose from seats throughout the theater, customize your plaque, and know that you a helping to restore and refurbish our beloved 100-year old landmark historic theater.
Take Your Seat in History
Renovations begin May 11. This is your opportunity to leave a lasting mark on The Grand’s second century. Whether you are honoring a loved one, celebrating your family, or showcasing your business, naming a seat ensures the arts thrive in our community for another 100 years.
Choose Your Legacy
Your contribution will be recognized with a custom, elegantly crafted plaque placed on the armrest of a brand-new seat.
Main Floor Seat: $2,500
Balcony Seat: $1,000
Seats are reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. Availability is limited.
We make it easy to invest in the future. You may choose to:
Pay in Full: Secure your legacy today.
50/50 Split: Pay 50% in 2026 (after confirming your seat location) and the remaining 50% in 2027.
We accept checks and all major credit cards. For specific payment questions, please contact the Aspirus Ticket Office.
Flexible Payment Options
The best seat in the house is the one with your name on it.
Your Inscription
Each plaque features up to two lines of text (maximum of 28 characters per line, including spaces).
Example: > The Smith Family For 100 Years of Magic
Feature your family name, a tribute to a loved one, or a meaningful phrase that reflects your love for The Grand.
Section Notable unique plaques:
We have very creative audience members! These are real plaques, sent in by folks who named their seat. The names have been changed, but the sentiment is real. Enjoy, and we hope you take inspiration from their creative genius.
1. Balcony But Worth It!
Enjoy the show.
2. Many happy memories.
Remembering my parents!
3. Daphne Moon
I hope it’s a comedy!
4. Niles Crane
I hope it’s a musical!
5. For the Wausau Community
For the Marathon County Community
6. You are enough.
You are loved.
Name a Seat
Frequently Asked Questions
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Naming a seat is a special recognition opportunity that supports The Grand. A personalized plaque is permanently affixed to a seat in the theater to honor, commemorate, or celebrate an individual, family, or organization.
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Yes. Seat selection is based on availability at the time of purchase. Our team will be happy to share available options and help you select a seat, or click here for our live seat map.
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We accept check and credit card. Please contact us if you have specific payment questions.
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Each inscription can include up to two lines of text, with a maximum of 28 characters per line (including spaces and punctuation).
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Yes. As long as the text fits within the two-line, 28-character-per-line limit, two names can be included on a single plaque.
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Name a seat contributions are 100% tax-deductible, and a tax acknowledgment letter will be mailed to you upon receipt of your payment(s).
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Names are recognized on the plaque itself. Additional recognition opportunities may be available at a variety of giving levels, with donor wall acknowledgment beginning at $10,000.
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Please contact The Grand’s team at any time – we’re happy to help!
