About Us
Access the world’s best dance
Turnout is the new group of young professionals that is building the future of The National Ballet of Canada. Turnout members receive rare access to the dancers and artists who are creating some of the most imaginative and innovative dance works in the world.
Join Turnout and be among today’s young leaders in arts discovery and support. Connect and socialize with some of Toronto’s most passionate art lovers, vibrant personalities and leading influencers from the cultural and professional worlds. Attend a carefully curated combination of complimentary and paid events offered only to Turnout members to enhance an appreciation of great dance.
An annual donation of $500 helps build the future of the National Ballet by supporting the company's apprentice training programme – and earns you the very best access the arts world has to offer.
Core purpose
To help build an exciting and sustainable future for The National Ballet of Canada.
Vision
Turnout's vibrant community will make The National Ballet the arts destination for young people in Toronto.
Mission
We inspire the next generation of Toronto arts supporters to build a passionate relationship with ballet.
Download Information on Turnout
See Apprentices
For more information, please email:
turnout@national.ballet.ca
Events
Turnout Events
Turnout events are designed for members to explore the exciting world of dance and socialize with like-minded arts enthusiasts. Throughout the year, Turnout offers opportunities to watch rehearsals, meet the dancers, engage with the creative and production artists, attend special workshops and come behind the scenes to experience the energy and excitement of Canada’s premier dance company.
Thursday, October 27, 2011
Working Rehearsal – Romeo and Juliet (paid event)
5:30 pm – 8:30 pm, The Walter Carsen Centre for the National Ballet of Canada
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
Dress Rehearsal – Romeo and Juliet (free event)
8:00 pm – 10:30 pm, The Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts
Wednesday, February 1, 2012
Private Film Screening of PINA and ORA (paid event)
5:45 pm - 9:30 pm, TIFF Bell Lightbox
February 28, 2012
Make-Up 101 by MAC professionals (free event for members)
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm, MAC, 89 Bloor Street West
Tuesday, April 17, 2012
Agony and Ecstasy (paid event)
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, The Walter Carsen Centre for the National Ballet of Canada
Tuesday, May 8, 2012
Turnout at the Barre (paid event)
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm, The Walter Carsen Centre for the National Ballet of Canada
Wednesday, June 20, 2012
Diamond Gala (paid event)
6:30 pm – 10:00 pm, The Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts
July 2012
Tutu Project Exhibit
The Design Exchange; details to follow.
* Please note events are subject to change.
Cabinet
The Turnout leadership is a committee of volunteers who have initiated this new group to celebrate young arts patrons and develop a passionate relationship with the National Ballet.
Turnout Cabinet
Co-Chairs
Jennifer Burton
Melanie Dowhaniuk
Allison Freeman
Honorary Co-Chairs
Stephanie Hutchison, First Soloist
Jonathan Renna, First Soloist
Members
Kerri Craddock
Lindsay Cook
Stephanie Daub
Flora Do
Megan McChesney
Martine Mangion
Lisa Roscoe
Joel Stevens
Briar Wells
Ambassadors
Jennifer Dawson
Laura Furtado
Juliette Gonsalves
Join Now
Join Turnout now to access the world’s best dance
An annual donation of $500 helps build the future of The National Ballet of Canada by helping support the company's apprentice training programme. In appreciation of your generosity, Turnout offers you opportunities to access the very best the arts world has to offer.
Your donation can be paid in full or through monthly instalments of approximately $42. You will be sent a full tax receipt for your donation. Membership options include Individual and Plus One (join with a friend for a reduced gift amount). We also offer an incentive programme with rewards for members who refer other arts lovers to Turnout!
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To join Turnout, or to ask about corporate membership options, please email:
turnout@national.ballet.ca