Annual Silent Auction Fundraiser
You’ll find Gift Certificates for these businesses, and more, among over 150 items in our online Auction.
Online Auction
Visit our Online Auction to bid on over 150 items:
Items flagged ONLINE ONLY – are not on display at The Public Theatre. Bids may be placed online, or you may contact us as described above to place an “Absentee” bid.
When items are flagged LIVE EVENT ONLY – You may not place bids online for these items. You may follow the “Absentee” bidding instructions provided above.
Do participants need to create an account to bid on items?
Yes. An account is needed in order to bid on or “watch” items and to “Buy Now”.
The process is quick and very little information is required. Your name will not be displayed to the public as a bidder.
If you bid in any previous Online Auction, you already have a 32Auctions account. You can use it for this Auction too!
Can participants view the auction without an account?
Anyone can view the auction without an account. An account is only needed in order to bid on or “watch” items and to “Buy Now”.
“LIVE” In-Person Silent Auction
In addition to items in our online auction you can also view items that will be on display in the lobby during the run of Lunenburg, May 3-12, 2024.
Details coming soon!
BIDDING ON LIVE EVENT ONLY ITEMS CLOSES 20 minutes after the end of the Sunday, May 12, 2024, 2:00 pm performance. All Absentee Bids must be submitted by 3:30 pm.
ABSENTEE BIDDING
If you would like to place an “ABSENTEE” bid, you may call 782-3200 or Email an Auction Bid with SUBJECT: Auction Bid Item #[000] and your bid. You may also visit The Public Theatre during the hours found below.
You may submit either a PROXY BID or an EXACT BID
- A PROXY BID is the MAXIMUM amount you’re willing to spend with the goal of winning the item at the lowest possible price. We will ensure that you are the high-bidder until your PROXY BID amount is outbid.
- An EXACT BID is the amount you want to bid right now. Your bid amount will not change as additional bids are received for the item.
**Beyond fulfilling PROXY BIDS, we are not able to monitor all the LIVE ITEMS for bidding changes, including checking to see if your PROXY BID has been outbid. It is your responsibility to check on your bid status.
If you are not attending the show, you may visit The Public Theatre during the following hours to view the items and bid:
- April 30 – May 12: Tues-Fri 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
- Saturday, May 4: 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
- Saturday, May 11: 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm & 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
The 2024 Silent Auction is sponsored in part by:
Auction Sponsors
YOUR LOGO HERE
with a Link to your Website!
Auction Supporters
NEW!! Silent Auction Sponsorships!
Sponsorships start at just $50!
Not all businesses have “Auction Ready” goods or services. We want to make sure everyone can support the Auction and enjoy having their business highlighted in front of thousands of our patrons.
Read more about Silent Auction Sponsorships
Auction Sponsor $100 +
- Your logo and name appear on homepage of the Online Auction Site AND the Silent Auction webpage, with a link to your website.
- Your logo appears on Auction Sponsor slide on Video Displays in lobby during the in-person Silent Auction (May 1-12 run of Lunenburg)
AND
- If you contribute $250 or more, you’ll also be recognized as a Season Supporter for a whole year, with your company name appearing on our lobby Video Displays, in our Playbill, and on our Corporate Sponsorship webpage with a link to your website.
Auction Supporter $50-$99
- Your name appears on homepage of Online Auction Site AND the Silent Auction webpage, with a link to your website.
- Your name appears on Auction Sponsor slide on Video Displays in lobby during the in-person Silent Auction (May 1-12 run of Lunenburg)
If you need more information, please call 782-2211 or Email Your Questions
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The Public Theatre
31 Maple Street
Lewiston, ME 04240
Business: (207) 782-2211
Tickets: (207) 782-3200
