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Individual Giving

Ticket sales cover only a portion of the costs accrued putting on a performance. In an effort to keep ticket prices low and maintain a high quality of dance performance, The Washington Ballet relies on contributions from individuals. Individual gifts account for a large portion of TWB's annual budget. Please find information about the various levels of membership. For more information, you may also contact Steven Kirkpatrick via e-mail or by phone at 202.362.3606 x125.

The Benefits of Membership

1st Position $100:

  • Priority mailing of season brochure and advance notice for purchasing subscriptions and single tickets

2nd Position $150:

  • Recognition in Washington Ballet playbills throughout the year
  • Complimentary subscription to the Ballet’s quarterly e-newsletter

3rd Position $350:

  • 10% discount on Nutcracker tickets when purchased through The Washington Ballet Ticket Services
  • 10% discount for Adult Dance Classes at The Washington School of Ballet
  • Two Complimentary Washington Ballet coffee mugs available for pick-up at the Ballet's headquarters

4th Position $600:

  • Invitation to a Studio Rehearsal
  • Exclusive invitation to select Washington Ballet special events

5th Position $1,000:

  • Invitation to a Donor Dance Class taught by Septime Webre
  • Complimentary gift bag of Washington Ballet logo merchandise available for pick-up at the Ballet
  • Guided tour of The Washington Ballet Studios, arranged in advance

Balletomane Society

Balletomane Circle $2,000:

  • "Members Only" 20% discount on The Nutcracker tickets when purchased through The Washington Ballet's Ticket Services Office
  • Invitation to attend Opening Night Parties following every Season performance
  • Invitation to an exclusive Balletomane Cocktail reception
  • Personalized "Members Only" service for ticket exchanges and questions
  • Invitation to a unique Donor Dance Class taught by Artistic Director Septime Webre
  • Private tour of The Washington Ballet studios in NW DC
  • Private tour of The Washington Ballet studios at THEARC
  • Complimentary gift bag of Washington Ballet logo merchandise available for pick-up at TWB's NW location

Sustainers Circle $3,500:

All of the above plus

  • Invitation to attend a dress rehearsal
  • Private breakfast or lunch with Associate Artistic Director David Palmer (as schedule permits)

Leadership Circle $5,000:

All of the above plus

  • Invitation to attend a second dress rehearsal
  • Private dinner with Artistic Director Septime Webre (as schedule permits)
  • Opportunity for a backstage tour of The Kennedy Center, Warner Theatre or Harman Center for the Arts during a performance intermission

Director’s Circle $10,000:

All of the above plus

  • Invitation to an exclusive studio rehearsal followed by a reception at the Ballet with the Artistic Directors and dancers
  • Opportunity to host a private even at The Washington Ballet's NW location, including a private studio performance