Experience the Magic of World-Class Dance

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While Tulsa Ballet is committed to becoming a major creative force in the dance world, exploring new artistic territory while respecting the rich tradition of classical ballet, members of The Founders Society are committed to providing crucial financial support for the company. This support enables us to contract world renowned choreographers, employ talented dancers and present a wide variety of classical and contemporary works. In return, Tulsa Ballet offers members a rare glimpse into the magical world of dance, providing you with opportunities to meet the dancers, observe guest choreographers and experience first hand the joy of each new ballet. And now, for the 2007/8 season, we’ve added an exciting new benefit you won’t want to miss! In Spring 2008, Tulsa Ballet will add a performance hall to its headquarters and a new evening of dance, exclusively dedicated to works created for Tulsa Ballet by choreographers of international status. In recognition of your unique support and enthusiasm, we will dedicate the world premiere of this new performance, as well as the official opening of the brand new performance hall, to our beloved Founders. A very special event, for a very special group of people! So, don’t wait. If you aren’t already a member, join this exclusive group of sophisticated arts supporters who like to have fun with their peers while sustaining the greatest performing arts organization in the state of Oklahoma: Tulsa Ballet!

• Marcello Angelini, Artistic Director

Named in honor of Tulsa Ballet founders Moscelyne Larkin, Roman Jasinksi and Rosalie Talbott, The Founders Society of Tulsa Ballet sustains the organization’s operations and supports the company’s artistic goals while providing its members with exclusive opportunities to meet the dancers and watch them work. Members contribute a minimum of $2,000 in unrestricted funds annually, with the joining date serving as the member’s annual renewal date. Contributions not counting towards Founders Society membership include in-kind goods and services and contributions of less than $150,000 to special events or fundraising campaigns. Acceptable payment methods include cash, check, credit card, stocks, securities or matching gifts and pledges may be paid in installments. Lifetime members of The Order of the Grand Jete are automatically recognized at the Grand Jete level each year, but may choose to donate additional unrestricted funds to be recognized at a higher level. This is a closed membership.

Benefits of membership:

The Order of the Grand Jete: $2,000-2,999

• Subscription to the Tulsa Ballet newsletter
• Listing in Intermission Magazine for all Tulsa Ballet performances
• Invitation for two to four exclusive Studio Previews, followed by a dinner reception with
• the Tulsa Ballet dancers
• Invitation for two to the annual Founders Society Appreciation dinner
• NEW! Invitation for two to an exclusive world premiere of three new works choreographed
• for Tulsa Ballet, to be presented at the new Kivisto Performance Hall at Tulsa Ballet

The Dancer’s Circle: $3,000- $4,999

• All of The Order of the Grand Jete benefits, plus
• Invitation for two to a theatre dress rehearsal in the spring
• An 8x10 color photo of the Tulsa Ballet dancers

The Choreographer’s Circle: $5,000- $9,999

• All of The Dancer’s Circle benefits, plus complimentary parking in the PAC parking
• garage during all Tulsa Ballet performances except The Nutcracker
• Invitation for two to view studio rehearsals to experience the interaction between guest
• choreographers and the Tulsa Ballet dancers, followed by a wine and cheese reception

The Artistic Director’s Circle: $10,000- $24,999

• All of The Choreographer’s Circle benefits, plus
• Reserved front row seating for two during exclusive Studio Previews
• Invitation for two to an intimate dinner in the home of Artistic Director Marcello Angelini
• and Ballet Mistress Daniela Buson
• Complimentary DVD featuring season highlights

The Benefactor’s Circle: $25,000- $149,999

• All of The Artistic Director’s Circle benefits, plus
• Tickets for two to the annual Season Opening Night Gala

The Leadership Circle: $150,000 And up

• All of The Benefactor’s Circle benefits, plus
• Reserved front row center seating for four at exclusive Studio Previews
• Tickets for four to the annual Season Opening Night Gala