PRIVACY POLICY

Sharon Playhouse (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our patrons, supporters, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information in accordance with applicable federal and Connecticut state laws, including but not limited to the Connecticut Data Privacy Act (CTDPA), the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), and the CAN-SPAM Act.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Information: Your name, email address, mailing address, phone number, and payment information when you make a purchase, sign up for our newsletter, or donate.

  • Non-Personal Information: Browser type, device information, IP address, and usage data when you visit our website.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Process ticket purchases and donations.

  • Communicate with you about upcoming shows, events, or fundraising efforts (unless you opt out).

  • Comply with legal obligations under federal and state law.

  • Improve our services, website functionality, and user experience.

3. Your Privacy Rights

In accordance with the Connecticut Data Privacy Act (CTDPA), Connecticut residents have the right to:

  • Access personal information we have collected about you.

  • Correct inaccuracies in your personal data.

  • Delete your personal data, subject to certain exceptions.

  • Opt Out of the sale of personal data and targeted advertising.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at:
📧 info@sharonplayhouse.org
📞 860-364-7469

4. Opting Out of Communications

If you do not wish to receive marketing communications from us, you may opt out at any time by:

  • Clicking the unsubscribe link in our emails.

  • Contacting us directly at the email or phone number listed above.

We will not market to you if you opt out, and we do not resell or share your personal information for marketing purposes.

5. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties. We may share information with:

  • Service providers who support our operations (e.g., payment processors, email services), under strict confidentiality agreements.

  • Legal authorities, only if required by law or necessary to protect our legal rights.

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable and appropriate physical, administrative, and technical safeguards to protect your personal information in accordance with federal data protection standards and Connecticut cybersecurity laws.

7. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent, in compliance with COPPA. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us so we can delete it.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page. Continued use of our website and services after such changes means you accept the updated policy.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact:

Sharon Playhouse
49 Amenia Road
Sharon, CT 06069
📧 info@sharonplayhouse.org
📞 860-364-7469