Preservation Fund
Help us finish phase three — restoring the historic balcony, its partition wall, and the original seats. Every dollar goes to restoration.
Give to preservation →
Ways to Support
Be part of the Melba. Literally.
The Melba is not a money deal. It runs on tickets, gifts, sponsorships, and the community that loves it.
Save My Seat
Name a seat. Leave a mark.
"Save My Seat" celebrates your family, friends, business, or the memory of a loved one by naming a seat in the historic Melba Theater — for the life of the seat.
Your Seats
Your naming lasts through the life of the theater seats. You'll receive a confirmation of your seats and their location. Seats are assigned by the Melba — naming a seat does not guarantee you'll sit in your named seat.
Your Plaque
Your plaque is roughly 3.5" wide by 1.125" tall. Naming a seat does not permit telephone numbers, websites, email addresses, mailing addresses, or social media handles. All messaging is reviewed by the Melba Theater.
Ordering more than 5 seats? Email info@melbatheater.com.
Your Commitment
Seats are $50 each. Decide how many seats you'd like to name, complete the order form, and mail with a check to:
Melba Theater
115 West Main Street
Batesville, AR 72501
Make checks payable to: Melba Theater
Memo line: Melba Theater Restoration
Memo line: Melba Theater Restoration
More Ways to Give
Three more ways in.
On-Screen Advertising
Reach the community with a pre-show ad on our single grand screen. Local businesses first — that's the way we like it.
Inquire about ads →Private Rentals
Rent the Melba for birthdays, company events, private screenings, or community gatherings. The whole theater, the whole night.
Plan an event →