Membership
Connecticut Ballet is indeed a unique entity in the region, but it doesn't run on goodwill alone. As with any other non-profit organization, it takes financial assistance to keep the dream alive and to keep our programs up and running. Connecticut Ballet invites all to become Members and help us sustain both production and outreach programs. No donation is too small (or too large!). All donations are tax-deductible to the extent of the law.
Membership in Connecticut Ballet supports:
Connecticut's only year-round professional ballet company and educational institution
Stamford Center for the Arts' resident dance company, Zig Zag Ballet
Dance Exposure Project, a nationally-recognized program that provides dance training to at-risk and underserved youth
Levels of Membership:
Basic Contributing Membership ($50*) entitles you to:
Connecticut Ballet travel or ceramic mug
Subscription to our Connecticut Ballet newsletter, Variations
10% discount to all company performances at Stamford Center for the Arts
Connecticut Ballet Members Card entitling you to discounts and special offers
Connecticut Ballet Members listing in the 2007-2008 program book
Bronze Membership ($100-$249*) entitles you to all of the above plus:
New 2007-2008 complimentary Connecticut Ballet cap or T-shirt
And all of the above
Silver Membership ($250-$499)* entitles you to all of the above plus:
Invitation for two to the Spring 2008 open studio rehearsal of the Tribute to Broadway program
And all of the above
Gold Membership ($500-$999*) entitles you to all of the above plus:
Guardian Angel ($1,000+*) entitles you to all of the above plus:
Two complimentary tickets to a benefit event or post-performance reception during the 2007-2008 season
And all of the above
*tax deductible less the value of the goods and services received
Additional Gift Opportunities:
make a gift of stock or securities
establish a Connecticut Ballet bequest
underwrite a set of costumes for a Connecticut Ballet production
underwrite the fee for our guest ballerina or premier danseur
We accept Visa, MasterCard, and American Express cards for your convenience.
For more information about becoming a member; or about the additional gift opportunities; or about our Wish List below; or about sponsoring a major Connecticut Ballet program or event, please call 203-964-1211 and ask for Kimberly Levesque.
Come meet some of the Friends of Connecticut Ballet. We look forward to you becoming a member of our special family.
In addition to financial support, you can also help us materially to fulfill our Wish List:
A Minivan in good condition
File cabinets
Video camera and tripod
Round table (36") and chairs
Large (camping style) flashlight
Committed volunteers
We are happy to supply a receipt for your tax-deductible cash or in-kind gift.