Deep Azure Sponsorship

About Chadwick A. Boseman’s DEEP AZURE

A stage reading at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Terrace Theater

Director: NSangou Njikam

Creative Consultant: Phylicia Rashad

Synopsis: Mecca University is in an uproar over the police killing of beloved college student Deep, and no one is more determined to solve the mystery of his death than his girlfriend Azure. But as Azure begins putting the pieces together, she may learn that Deep’s death hits closer to home than she ever imagined. Using the heightened language of Hip Hop, Jazz and Blues, Chadwick Boseman takes us on a journey where the spiritual and physical realms meet, forcing us to grapple with universal truths of Justice, Love, and Divine Will.

Points of Significance
  • ONE NIGHT ONLY, Stage reading
  • Fundraiser supporting the Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts.
  • A full production of “Deep Azure” has only been presented once, in 2005 at Congo Square Theatre Company in Chicago, in conjunction with the Hip Hop Theatre Festival – making this the 20th anniversary of the original production.
  • “Deep Azure” is inspired by the true events of Howard University student Prince Jones.
  • “Deep Azure” is one of four Hip Hop Theatre pieces written by, or in conjunction with Chadwick A. Boseman.
  • Themes of Love, social justice, spiritual law, and the balance of the World are central to this piece.
  • This outstanding literary masterpiece demonstrates the complexity and brilliance of Hip-Hop language and philosophy of the African Diaspora.
  • Chadwick A. Boseman’s first passion was developing and creating screenplays. 

* “This performance is an external rental presented in coordination with the Kennedy Center Campus Rentals Office and is not produced by the Kennedy Center.”

Inaugural Brand Ambassador

The Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts offers leaders a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be part of the founding of a newly reinstituted college of fine arts. As an ambassador, you will promote philanthropy and awareness of the College, playing a vital and unique role in its programming, student scholarships, art restoration, and operations. 

Ambassadors make meaningful contributions to this historic university through personal leadership and philanthropy, providing visibility for the Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts among personal and professional networks. 

Deep Azure Sponsorship Opportunities

Presenting Sponsor $275,000

  • Twenty (20) stage-front seats at “Deep Azure” including photo and meet and greet with the cast and director 
  • Twenty (20) VIP Pre and Post Reception Tickets at “Deep Azure”  
  • Twenty (20) Open rehearsal tickets at Howard University or in New York City  
  • Sponsor Status Acknowledged from the stage 
  • Inclusion in the “Deep Azure” press release and program booklet 
  • Twenty (20) Tickets to Spring Black Arts Festival Comedy Show and Concert 
  • Twenty (20) VIP tickets for the 2024 Spring Black Arts Festival reception 
  • Signage on campus for Spring Black Arts Festival Week 
  • Recognition on HU Social Media Platforms

Platinum Level $100,000

  • Ten (10) stage-front seats at “Deep Azure”  
  • Ten (10) VIP Pre and Post Reception Tickets at “Deep Azure”  
  • Ten (10) Open rehearsal tickets at Howard University or in New York City  
  • Sponsor Status Acknowledged from the stage 
  • Inclusion in the “Deep Azure” Press Release and program booklet 
  • Ten (10) VIP tickets for the 2024 Spring Black Arts Festival reception 
  • Ten (10) Tickets to Spring Black Arts Festival Comedy Show and Concert 
  • Signage on campus for Spring Black Arts Festival Week 
  • Recognition on HU Social Media Platforms

Gold Level $50,000

  • Ten (10) Reserved seats at “Deep Azure”  
  • Ten (10) Open rehearsal tickets at Howard University or in New York City  
  • Four (4) VIP Pre and Post Reception Tickets at “Deep Azure” 
  • Inclusion in the “Deep Azure” program booklet 
  • Two (2) VIP tickets for the 2024 Spring Black Arts Festival reception 
  • Two (2) Reserved Tickets to Spring Black Arts Festival Comedy Show and Concert 
  • Signage on campus for Spring Black Arts Festival Week 
  • Recognition on HU Social Media Platforms

Silver Level $25,000

  • Eight (8) Reserved seats at “Deep Azure”  
  • Two (2) VIP Pre and Post Reception Tickets at “Deep Azure” 
  • Inclusion in the “Deep Azure” program booklet 
  • Recognition on HU Social Media Platforms

Bronze Level 15,000

  • Six (6) Seats at “Deep Azure” 
  • Recognition on HU Social Media Platforms

Brand Ambassador $10,000

  • 3-year membership  
  • Four (4) Seats at “Deep Azure” 
  • Inclusion in the “Deep Azure” program booklet 
  • Full profile on the Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts website 
  • Recognition on HU Social Media Platforms 
  • VIP seating to campus performances  
  • Invitations to the College’s signature events: Bison at Basel, Spring Black Arts Festival, etc. 

Brand Ambassador $5,000

  • 1-year membership 
  • Two (2) Seats at “Deep Azure”  
  • Inclusion in the “Deep Azure” program booklet 
  • Full profile on the Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts website 
  • Recognition on HU Social Media Platforms 
  • VIP seating to campus performances  
  • Invitations to the College’s signature events: Bison at Basel, Spring Black Arts Festival, etc.