Privacy Policy
Soirée Social Club (“Soirée Social Club,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), the trade name of Soiree Social Group LLC, respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you visit soireesocialnyc.com (the “Site”), attend our events, or otherwise engage with us, and how we use, share, and safeguard that information.
By using our Site or services, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site or provide us with your information.
Who We Are
Soirée Social Club is a New York City–based cultural organization dedicated to celebrating Black artists in the fine and classical performing arts. We operate as Soiree Social Group LLC, a limited liability company organized under the laws of the State of New York, doing business as Soirée Social Club.
For any questions about this Privacy Policy or our handling of your information, you can reach us at:
Email: info@soireesocialnyc.com
Mailing Address: New York, NY 10033
Information We Collect
We collect information in three ways: information you give us directly, information collected automatically, and information we receive from third parties.
Information You Provide
When you interact with Soirée Social Club, you may provide:
- Contact details — name, email address, phone number, and mailing address when you subscribe to our newsletter, register for an event, or contact us
- Event and ticketing information — RSVPs, guest names, dietary preferences, accessibility requests, and similar details you submit for our programming
- Sponsorship, partnership, and ambassador inquiries — professional title, organization, and business contact information when you reach out about partnerships
- Communications — the content of emails, form submissions, or messages you send us
- Payment information — if you purchase tickets, make a donation, or otherwise transact with us through the Site, payment details are handled by our third-party payment processors; we do not store full payment card numbers on our servers
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit the Site, we and our service providers may automatically collect:
- Device and usage data — IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, referring URLs, pages viewed, time spent, and similar analytics
- Cookies and similar technologies — small data files stored on your device that help us understand site usage and improve your experience
Information from Third Parties
We may receive information about you from:
- Event and ticketing partners (such as performing arts organizations, venues, and box offices we collaborate with) when you register for a Soirée Social Club program through them
- Social media platforms when you engage with our content on Instagram or other channels
- Service providers that help us manage our email list, analytics, and operations
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Send you newsletters, event invitations, and updates you have requested
- Process event registrations, RSVPs, and ticket purchases, and coordinate logistics
- Respond to your inquiries and provide customer service
- Develop and grow our programming, partnerships, and ambassador relationships
- Personalize your experience with our content and communications
- Analyze how the Site and our communications are used so we can improve them
- Protect the security and integrity of the Site and prevent fraud or misuse
- Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service
We will only use your information for purposes consistent with this Privacy Policy or that we have otherwise disclosed to you.
Marketing Communications
If you subscribe to our mailing list or otherwise opt in to hear from us, we may send you newsletters, event invitations, and information about Soirée Social Club programming. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any marketing email or by contacting us at info@soireesocialnyc.com. Please note that even if you opt out of marketing, we may still send you transactional or service-related messages (for example, confirmations for an event you have registered for).
How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We share it only in the following circumstances:
- With service providers that perform functions on our behalf, such as email platforms, ticketing systems, payment processors, website hosts, and analytics providers. These vendors are authorized to use your information only as necessary to provide services to us.
- With event and venue partners when sharing your information is necessary to coordinate an event you are attending — for example, providing a guest list to a venue or partner organization.
- With sponsors or co-hosts only in aggregate, anonymized form (for example, total attendance numbers), unless we have your explicit consent to share more specific information.
- For legal reasons, including to comply with applicable law, respond to lawful requests from public authorities, enforce our agreements, or protect the rights, property, or safety of Soirée Social Club, our community, or others.
- In connection with a business transaction, such as a merger, acquisition, financing, or sale of assets, in which case your information may be transferred subject to standard confidentiality protections.
Third-Party Services
We use third-party services to help us run the Site and our programs. These currently include:
- Website hosting and analytics — Squarespace (website hosting and built-in analytics) and Google Analytics (usage analytics)
- Email marketing — Mailchimp (newsletter, event invitations, and audience management)
- Event ticketing and registration — Eventbrite, as well as ticketing platforms operated by specific event partners (such as American Ballet Theatre and other performing arts organizations)
- Forms and inquiries — Formspree (handling contact, partnership, and sponsorship form submissions)
These providers have their own privacy practices. We encourage you to review their policies:
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
The Site uses cookies and similar technologies to remember your preferences, understand how the Site is used, and improve performance. You can manage cookies through your browser settings — most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies. If you disable cookies, some features of the Site may not function properly.
We may also use analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) that collect information about your visit. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Your Rights and Choices
Depending on where you live, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:
- Access — Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
- Correction — Request that we update or correct inaccurate information
- Deletion — Request that we delete your personal information, subject to legal exceptions
- Opt-out of marketing — Unsubscribe from our emails at any time
- Restriction or objection — Ask us to limit or stop certain uses of your information
For California Residents
If you are a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”) gives you additional rights, including the right to know what categories of personal information we collect and disclose, the right to request deletion, and the right not to be discriminated against for exercising these rights. We do not sell personal information as defined by the CCPA.
For Residents of the EEA and the United Kingdom
If you are located in the EEA or UK, the General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”) and UK GDPR provide additional rights, including the right to data portability and the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority. Our legal bases for processing your information include your consent, our legitimate interests in running our cultural programs and communicating with our audience, and our contractual and legal obligations.
To exercise any of these rights, email us at info@soireesocialnyc.com. We will respond within the timeframes required by applicable law.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as needed to provide you with our services, fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. When we no longer need your information, we will delete or anonymize it.
Data Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect the information we collect. However, no system can be guaranteed to be completely secure. You provide your information at your own risk, and we encourage you to take precautions to protect your personal information online, including using strong passwords and keeping them confidential.
Children’s Privacy
The Site and our services are not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will take steps to delete it.
International Users
Soirée Social Club is based in the United States. If you are accessing the Site from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States, where data protection laws may differ from those in your country. By using the Site, you consent to this transfer.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will post the revised version on this page and update the “Last Updated” date above. If we make material changes, we will notify you by email or through a prominent notice on the Site. Your continued use of the Site after changes take effect constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please reach out.