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The Salon
Benefits
The Salon is a giving circle, a reading syndicate and a great way to champion a strong female voice.
Every year, members of The Salon gets behind a fabulous female Sydney Writers’ Festival headliner.
Members enjoy the benefits of the Sydney Writers' Festival Patron Program, as well as additional events exclusive to The Salon.
The Salon benefits:
Invitation to an exclusive privately hosted Salon book club/cocktail party in March each year where Sydney Writers’ Festival’s Artistic Director will discuss the book you are supporting
A copy of the supported author’s latest book
An invitation (with a guest) to the supported author’s Festival appearance, proudly presented by The Salon
An opportunity to meet the author during the Festival and have your book signed
Six complimentary tickets to the Festival
Access to the fully catered and exclusive Patron’s Lounge during the Festival
Two private Salon events throughout the year, featuring conversations with high-profile writers
Priority booking window for Festival tickets with a ticket concierge service
Places in The Salon are strictly limited. You can join by making a payment of $2,500. This contribution includes a $250 membership fee that is not tax-deductible (resulting in a $2,250 tax-deductible donation).