Partners
Our commitment to culture is effective: Sponsors and partners contribute, both on the conceptual and the financial level, to the realization of our productions. They profit from our positive corporate image, and enjoy many advantages that result from their commitment. Our Circle System with its Silver, Golden, and Platinum Circles provides an ideal platform for being effective together.
AUSTRIAN AIRLINES
The airline’s commitment to culture has made the broad spectrum of VEREINIGTE BÜHNEN WIEN shows possible: For 20 years now, AUA has been the main sponsor of VEREINIGTE BÜHNEN WIEN’s musical productions. Since the 2008/2009 season, AUA has also supported the new opera house. VBW are an internationally acclaimed cultural institution, which also plays an important role for the tourism industry. Our partnership is conceived in this spirit and has helped to establish Vienna as an important destination for cultural travellers.
AUA
WIENER STÄDTISCHE
The WIENER STÄDTISCHE Versicherung AG has been a sponsoring partner of VEREINIGTE BÜHNEN WIEN since 1997. Wiener Städtische understands art and culture as important contributions to our quality of life and sees it as part of its responsibility to foster musical productions at the RONACHER and the RAIMUND THEATER.
WIENER STÄDTISCHE
AGRANA
“Zucker. Stärke. Frucht“ (“Sugar. Starch. Fruit”)
The sweet sounds. The strong impression. The fruit of culture. Since 2006, Agrana has been the main sponsor of the THEATER AN DER WIEN. AGRANA has displayed genuine interest in standing by THEATER AN DER WIEN as a reliable partner and strengthening its excellent reputation as an eminent Viennese opera house.
AGRANA
VERBUND
As Austria’s leading electricity company, the VERBUND stands for sustainability and innovation which is also reflected in its commitment as a Silver Circle member of the THEATER AN DER WIEN.
VERBUND
A1
„Culture Connects People." A1 has sponsored musical productions at the Raimund Theater and Ronacher since early 2009. This partnership complements A1’s long-standing and comprehensive commitment in the cultural scene with VEREINIGTE BÜHNEN WIEN’s popular and young tradition of musical productions. A1 and VEREINIGTE BÜHNEN WIEN are two strong partners, whose core competences lie in connecting people through entertainment and mediation of content.
A1 has been a sponsor of the THEATER AN DER WIEN since its redesignation as a new opera house in 2006 – thus, a partner from the very start. Through its commitment, A1 has contributed to the creation and design of the new, unique portal of the opera house and stands by the VEREINIGTE BÜHNEN WIEN as a sponsor and technology partner.
A1
EPA MEDIA
The VEREINIGTEN BÜHNEN WIEN are pleased to welcome the EPA Media, a specialist in public space advertising, as a new member of the Golden Circle.
EPA MEDIA
HEROLD
The VBW are delighted to welcome HEROLD as a new Silver Circle sponsor. The vibrant organization is Austria's leading platform for all those in need of correct telephone numbers and adresses.
HEROLD
GEWISTA
The VBW are proud to announce that their long-term partnership with GEWISTA has been extended and welcomes GEWISTA among their Golden Circle, as a sponsor of the THEATER AN DER WIEN.
GEWISTA
MSC CRUISES
The VEREINIGTEN BÜHNEN WIEN are pleased with their new partner in the Golden Circle of VBW:
MSC CRUISES, the leading shipping company in the Mediterranean, South Africa and Brazil.
MSC CRUISES
OTTAKRINGER
The Viennese brewery OTTAKRINGER has been a long-term and friendly partner and is now also part of the Golden Circle sponsor group of the VBW in all three houses – RAIMUND theatre, RONACHER and THEATER AN DER WIEN.
OTTAKRINGER
SKODA
Music connects people. SKODA is the automobile partner of the VEREINIGTE BÜHNEN WIEN. This cooperation was sparked by the perfect shuttle service for our leading team and VIPs before and after the premiere of RUDOLF – THE MAYERLING AFFAIR.
SKODA
TELEKOM AUSTRIA
TELEKOM AUSTRIA has been a sponsor of the THEATER AN DER WIEN since its redesignation as a new opera house – thus, a partner from the very start. Through its commitment, Telekom Austria has contributed to the creation and design of the new, unique portal of the opera house and stands by the VEREINIGTE BÜHNEN WIEN as a sponsor and technology partner.
TELEKOM AUSTRIA
VISA CARD COMPLETE
VISA CARD COMPLETE with its over 1.2 Mio. clients, has acquired a long-term experience as a trusted partner of Austrian banks and companies. The VBW are delighted to have such a strong partner as sponsor.
VISA CARD COMPLETE
WIEN ENERGIE
WIEN ENERGIE is a strong and reliable partner of VEREINIGTEN BÜHNEN WIEN. WIEN ENERGIE has been supplying the city of Vienna and its residents with energy every day for more than a hundred years. WIEN ENERGIE’s commitment to VEREINIGTE BÜHNEN WIEN and its historic theatres, namely the RAIMUND Theater and RONACHER, has forged a strong connection between economic prosperity and cultural creativity.
WIEN ENERGIE
AKRIS
AKRIS stands for modern and elegant designs and is a Silver Circle sponsor of the THEATER AN DER WIEN.
AKRIS
BANK AUSTRIA
BANK AUSTRIA is known for its responsibility- and sustainability- driven corporate culture and promotes culture, science and supports socially disadvantaged. The VBW are pleased to extend this successful partnership into a sponsoring commitment.
BANK AUSTRIA
DRUCKEREI ROBITSCHEK
The printing company ROBITSCHEK has been for many years, a partner of the VBW. The business partnership has now been expanded to an engagement in the Silver Sponsor Circle of the VBW.
DRUCKEREI ROBTISCHEK
HÄAGEN-DAZS
The VEREINIGTEN BÜHNEN WIEN are delighted to welcome HÄAGEN-DAZS as a Silver Circle Sponsor, from September 2010 on.
HÄAGEN-DAZS
ISPA ADVERTISING
Outdoor advertising is an important part of the VBW communication strategy. The ISPA ADVERTISING is not only a loyal business partner - but now also a sponsor, through a commitment to the Silver Circle of the VBW.
ISPA ADVERTISING
LG ELECTRONICS
The love for music is an important aspect for the korean electronics giant. LG ELECTRONIC’s sponsorship has made it possible to integrate high-tech equipment into our historical premises. The screens in our theatres show previews of future productions as well as the partners of the VEREINIGTE BÜHNEN WIEN.
LG ELECTRONICS
ÖBB
ÖBB - the Austrian Federal Railways - have been a dedicated member of VBW's silver circle sponsor system. ÖBB brings musical visitors from all over Austria to the VBW productions in Vienna and safely back home.
ÖBB
ÖSTERREICHISCHE NATIONALBANK
The THEATER AN DER WIEN is delighted by the support of the ÖSTERREISCHISCHE NATIONALBANK – the modern and cosmopolitan central bank of Austria known for its dedication in science, environmental protection and culture.
ÖNB
PALMERS
PALMERS is the costume sponsor of VEREINIGTE BÜHNEN WIEN. „The most beautiful love affair: fashion and art“. If two strong partners such as the VEREINIGTE BÜHNEN WIEN and PALMERS - which ranks as Austria’s largest fashion company - work together, it results in an exciting and fruitful mix.
PALMERS
S BAUSPARKASSE
The VBW are excited to announce S BAUSPARKASSE's commitment as a sponsor. The S BAUSPARKASSE already demonstrated its appreciation by inviting the VBW employees to the FRÜHLINGS ERWACHEN production.
S BAUSPARKASSE
TWININGS
TWININGS is the traditional home for the discerning taste of tea and VBW is pleased to welcome them as their new partner.
TWININGS
VIENNA AIRPORT
The airport of Vienna – FLUGHAFEN WIEN – marks the entry point for many visitors to the city as well as of the opera house and theatres of the VBW, into the art and culture metropolis Vienna. Just as the VBW, the airport of Vienna provides its guests with high quality service and makes an important contribution to the tourism industry.
VIENNA AIRPORT
WAAGNER BIRO
WAAGNER BIRO's sponsoring engagement started in September 2009. After a long lasting cooperation in the stage section of the VBW, WAAGNER BIRO is now debuting as a sponsor.
WAAGNER BIRO
WKO VIENNA
Since January 2011, the VEREINIGTEN BÜHNEN WIEN are delighted to the future-oriented cooperation in a Silver Circle participation of the WKO Vienna. A particular focus is on the common advancement and support of young trainees in Vienna.
WKO VIENNA
TUI
TUI fosters quality time at the RAIMUND THEATER, as a sponsor of the musical production ICH WAR NOCH NIEMALS IN NEW YORK.
TUI
HERMES
The VEREINIGTEN BÜHNEN WIEN are delighted to welcome HERMES as a sponsor for the production ICH WAR NOCH NIEMALS IN NEW YORK.
HERMES
COSTA CRUISES
"Dedication with a smile at your service" – the avid claim of COSTA CRUISES plays along with VBW's dedication towards quality entertainment. Which is why it is a pleasure for the VBWs to welcome COSTA as a new partner for the production ICH WAR NOCH NIEMALS IN NEW YORK.
COSTA CRUISES
KURIER
The newspaper KURIER supports the VEREINIGTE BÜHNEN WIEN (VBW) production ICH WAR NOCH NIEMALS IN NEW YORK - which debuts on March 17th 2010 at the RAIMUND THEATER - as a sponsor.
KURIER
ORF
The public broadcaster ORF is also a sponsor of the VBW production ICH WAR NOCH NIEMALS IN NEW YORK - which debuts on March 17th 2010 at the RAIMUND THEATER.
ORF
ÖSTERREICHISCHE ZAHNÄRZTEKAMMER
The ÖSTERREICHISCHE ZAHNÄRZTE KAMMER (the Austrian dentist chamber) - the professional association with edge - supports the TANZ DER VAMPIRE production at the Ronacher, as a sponsor so that our vampires can still bite voraciously tomorrow.
ÖSTERREICHISCHE ZAHNÄRZTEKAMMER
SCHLUMBERGER
The famous Austrian family business SCHLUMBERGER provides sparkling moments at the VBW production ICH WAR NOCH NIEMALS IN NEW YORK - which debuts on March 17th 2010 at the RAIMUND THEATER.
SCHLUMBERGER


