Behind the Curtain: A Community Celebration

BID HERE

Bid on once-in-a-lifetime theatre experiences, exclusive memorabilia, and more! View the items in-person on Sunday, October 19th from 10am-3pm at the Behind The Curtain Community Celebration at the Wang Theatre.

How does this Silent Auction website work?

You can preview the auction items without registering, but to get the full auction experience, it’s best if you register. Just click the register button in the middle of your screen and follow the steps. See the instructions below. To be able to favorite items, place bids, and see current bids, you must register and enter your payment information. To see the auction, just click on the tab labeled “Silent Auction”. For instructions on how to register and bid, see below!

Please note, bidding will not open until Monday, October 13th at 10:00 AM EST. 

How to Sign-Up & Register

1. When you visit the auction site for the first time, you will click "Sign Up" located in the middle of the screen.

2. You will then be prompted to create an account using your email, Google, or Facebook.

3. If registering with an email address, create a password that meets the listed security requirements.

4. Once logged in, click "Register" to finish completing your account.

5. Click "Next." If you would like to make an OPTIONAL donation, enter your credit card information and click "donate & register." To bypass the optional donation, click “no thanks, register.” Consider saving your credit card to your profile so you will be ready for bidding and purchases. While registration is FREE to view auction items, you must enter your credit card if you want to bid on Silent Auction items or make a donation to the Boch Center. You will not be charged anything unless you make a purchase.

How to Bid in the Silent Auction

1. The auction will open for bidding Monday, October 13th at 10:00 AM EST. 

2. You must be registered to place a bid. If you are not currently registered or logged in, a "Register to Bid" button will appear when you attempt to place your first bid.

3. Click on the Silent Auction tab in the menu. All silent auction items will be shown. Filter items by category, type, or search for a specific item. Click on an auction item's photo to see enlarged and additional photos.

4. Hover over an item and click "Bid" to place a bid. The amount shown is the minimum amount for the next bid. Clicking the plus sign allows you to increase the bid amount.

5. After placing a bid, you will have the option to set a Maximum Bid. This will allow the system to automatically bid for you up to your specified amount.

6. A trophy icon will appear on lots where you are the current highest bidder.

7. If you are outbid, you will receive a text message alert notifying you that you have been outbid. If you did not enter a mobile phone number, you will receive an email if one was entered. Keep an eye on your favorite items!

8. The silent auction will close on Sunday, October 19th during the Wang Theatre 100th Anniversary community event Behind the Curtain. Come to the free, family-friendly event at the Wang Theatre at 10:00 AM to view the auction items in person! 

9. When the silent auction closes on Sunday, October 19 at 3:00 PM EST, you will receive a text message if you won any items!