Givenik.com Adds Goodman Theater Of Chicago With DESIRE UNDER THE ELMS 4/27

Givenik.com, the revolutionary new way to buy Broadway theater tickets (and save the world!) has just added their 200th non-profit/charity: the Goodman Theatre of Chicago, it was announced today by Jordan Roth, Vice President, Jujamcyn Theatres. The Goodman's latest Broadway production, Eugene O'Neill's Desire Under the Elms, began previews at the St. James' Theatre last week, with an opening night set for Monday, April 27th. Givenik.com is currently the only place to purchase tickets for Desire Under the Elms while supporting Goodman Theatre's continued development of new work!

With the inclusion of Goodman Theatre, 200 organizations (and counting) have joined Givenik.com, from national groups to local chapters, and from arts organizations to educational institutions. Among them are Human Rights Campaign, Dress for Success Worldwide, God's Love We Deliver, The Actors Fund, Central Park Conservancy, Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, People for the American Way, NYU Tisch School of the Arts, Creative Alternatives of New York, Manhattan Theatre Club, local chapters of the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, Habitat for Humanity, Big Brothers / Big Sisters, as well as community PTA's and temples.

Goodman Theatre, Chicago's oldest and largest not-for-profit theater, has won international renown for the quality of productions, the depth and diversity of artistic leadership, and the excellence of its many community and educational programs. Under the guidance of Artistic Director Robert Falls and Executive Director Roche Schulfer, the Goodman is committed to producing both classic and contemporary works, giving full voice to a wide range of artists and visions. By dedicating itself to three guiding principles-quality, diversity, and community-Goodman Theatre seeks to be the premier cultural organization in Chicago, providing productions and programs that make an essential contribution to the quality of life in their city. Goodman Theatre is proud to be part of Givenik.com.

At Givenik.com, theatergoers can give and get by getting discounted tickets to dozens of Broadway and Off Broadway shows, including Desire Under the Elms, while simultaneously giving back to charity as 5% of their ticket price goes directly to the not-for-profit organization of their choice, the Goodman Theatre being one of them. Any certified non-profit organization can sign up to be a part of Givenik.com for free and develop a new, year-round fundraising mechanism.