You Make Extraordinary Moments Possible
An audience member experiencing ballet for the first time, a choreographer creating an exciting new work, a teaching artist sparking a student's imagination, a dancer premiering in a new role, an oboist playing the haunting theme in Swan Lake, a family with special needs enjoying a performance without judgement, the company sharing Canadian work on the international stage, a member of the blind community exploring a costume during a touch tour and every time someone is moved by movement and music.
Your gift demonstrates your belief that dance can connect people and tap into our shared humanity. We are so grateful for your partnership as we serve our community and artists with the best of ballet. You make ballet more accessible and an essential part of Canadian culture. Thank you for supporting The National Ballet of Canada’s artists and activities.
Membership Brings You Closer
In appreciation of your generosity, we are delighted to provide you with more insight into everything ballet. Through our communications, we share more about our artists, how our productions come together and all the great work we are doing in the community, made possible with your support. Through digital and in-person events, we offer you behind the scenes access and connect you with like-minded peers.
Exclusive Pre-Performance Ballet Talks
Patrons’ Council members can take advantage of exclusive pre-performance ballet talks in the Henry N. R. Jackman Lounge beginning one half hour before curtain at all subscription performances. These intimate talks are hosted by Dance Notator Natasha Finlay and will give you a unique, insiders’ perspective on the ballets you are about to enjoy.
Silent Screen & Body of Work & Rhapsody
Join Natasha and your fellow members of Patrons’ Council to learn more about the trio of pieces opening The National Ballet of Canada's season. The program showcases the versatility of the company's dancers: from the classical canon of Sir Fredrick Ashton's Rhapsody, to the mesmerizing modernism of León and Lightfoot's Silent Scream, and celebrates the accomplished choreography and dancing of Guillaume Côté in Body of Work.
Saturday, November 9, 7:00pm
Sunday, November 10, 1:30pm
Wednesday, November 13, 7:00pm
Thursday, November 14, 7:00pm
Friday, November 15, 7:00pm *Special Guest Hope Muir*
Saturday, November 16, 1:30pm
Giselle
Join Natasha and your fellow members of Patrons’ Council for exclusive insights into Giselle, one of the most enduring works in ballet's history. Discover the context for the production's detailed restaging, as well as highlights to watch for while viewing the drama unfold onstage.
Wednesday, November 20, 7:00pm
Thursday, November 21, 7:00m
Friday, November 22, 7:00pm
Saturday, November 23, 1:30pm
Saturday, November 23, 7:00pm
Sunday, November 24, 1:30pm
Natasha Finlay is a dance notator for several international companies, including The National Ballet of Canada. Bilingual in French and English, Natasha completed her choreology training at the Conservatoire de Paris. She is a piano examiner with the Royal Conservatory of Music and a tutor for the Royal Academy of Dance. Natasha has presented and interviewed with several of Toronto’s iconic dance and music artists, as well as coaching speakers for TEDxToronto.
Friends’ Corps members are welcome to enjoy the public Ballet Talks in the Richard Bradshaw Amphitheatre.
We Salute You
We’re proud to celebrate the many ways that our donors support the National Ballet. Throughout each season, we update our recognition to include all current members in our donor circles. (If you wish to remain anonymous, please let us know and we will respect your privacy.)
My Account
“My Account” is your personal online hub where you can see the status of your giving, renew your membership/donation and view your performance tickets.
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Top Photo: Spencer Hack. Photo by Karolina Kuras.
