Donor Events

Thank You

In gratitude for your generosity and commitment, we are proud to invite you behind the scenes to engage more deeply, to enhance your appreciation of the artform and to connect with our artists and fellow donors.

Additional details will be shared closer to each event date.

  • Artist of the Ballet in Rehearsal

    Studio Rehearsal Livestream

    Wednesday, September 18, 3:00 pm
    Online
    * All levels

    Watch a rehearsal streamed live from the studios at our home at The Walter Carsen Centre for The National Ballet of Canada as the dancers prepare the repertoire for London and Paris.

  • Attendees at a National Ballet event

    Season Opening Party: Bon Voyage!

    Thursday, September 19, 5:00 pm
    Walter Carsen Centre
    * Patron level and up

    Join us for the official kickoff to the 2024/25 season and help us wish the dancers a bon voyage before they leave on tour to London and Paris.
    $130

  • Apprentices at a YOU dance performance

    YOU dance Donor Performance

    Friday, September 20, 7:00 pm
    Fleck Dance Theatre, Harbourfront Centre
    * Fouetté level and up

    Watch the dancers of the 2024/25 RBC Apprentice programme perform classic works as well as new works by emerging choreographers. This hour-long performance is also a wonderful way to introduce children to ballet.

  • Veronica Tennant in Giselle

    Becoming Giselle and Studio Rehearsal

    Wednesday, October 23, 4:00 pm
    Walter Carsen Centre
    * Patron level and up

    Join us for a panel discussion on the legacy of Giselle, featuring Veronica Tennant and current Artists of the Ballet, followed by a rehearsal in Prima Studio to see the dancers prepare for this iconic Romantic ballet.

  • Harrison James and Genevieve Penn Nabity in Don Quixote

    Annual General Meeting

    Tuesday, October 29, 6:30 pm
    Online
    * All levels

    Join The National Ballet of Canada Board of Directors for our Annual General Meeting to reflect on the accomplishments of the 23/24 season and learn more about how your donation makes an impact on our beloved company.

  • Artists of the Ballet in Giselle

    Stage Rehearsal: Giselle

    Tuesday, November 19, 8:00 pm
    Four Seasons Centre
    * All levels

    See the dress rehearsal for Giselle as the dancers, orchestra and the stage crew prepare for opening night.

  • Susan Howse with the Sugar Plum Fairy Tutu

    Among Friends: Nutcracker Cheer

    Thursday, November 28, 7:00 pm
    Online
    *All levels

    Join Corps de Ballet member Ross Allen and a special guest from our Wardrobe Department for an engaging conversation about the enchanting costumes that bring this magical production to life.

  • Genevieve Penn Nabity in The Nutctacker

    Stage and Orchestra Rehearsal: The Nutcracker

    Wednesday, December 4, 7:00 pm
    Four Seasons Centre
    * Patron level and up

    Create your own tradition with The National Ballet of Canada and The Nutcracker. Join us for an exclusive rehearsal with The National Ballet Orchestra as the dancers prepare for this holiday classic.

RSVP By Email: rsvp@national.ballet.ca
By Phone: 416 (1 866) 345 9595

Note: All events and dates are subject to change. Rehearsals are subject to artist availability. Charges for paid events cover the cost of food and beverage and are separate from your charitable gift.

Donor events for the remainder of the 2024/25 season will be posted at a later date.