Learn about the Friends of Dance and support the School.
Join us each Spring in supporting and celebrating Mason’s School of Dance!
An Inside-the-Studio Celebration Benefiting Student Scholarships
Kimberly K. Eby and Julia G. Morelli, Co-Chairs
Karen J. Reedy, Director, School of Dance
Held every March, this pre-performance event is a special celebration of the extraordinary School of Dance faculty and students for those who support School of Dance students through scholarships. Learn about what it takes to produce this powerful and remarkable art form directly from the dancers and faculty and enjoy great food, drink, and company before heading over to the The Dance Gala Concert at the Center for the Arts.
This fantastic evening includes:
- Open studio demonstrations exploring work by leading choreographers
- Delicious hors d'oeuvres, wine, and dessert reception with faculty, students, and supporters
- The Dance Gala Concert: the crowning event of the season, in 2024 featuring the work of world-renowned choreographers Kyle Abraham, Rena Butler, Martha Graham, and our very own Susan Shields, performed by the talented Mason dancers, the next generation of professional artists.
Each year this annual event funds critically needed scholarships. Sponsorships and other donations invest in the next generation of professional dancers, choreographers, arts administrators, and dance educators.
- Sponsorships begin at $550 and include recognition benefits and a charitable donation to support Dance student scholarships
- Individual Tickets are $125
- School of Dance Alumni and Current Parents tickets are available for $100.
For more information, call Amanda Snellings at 703-993-1593.
Sponsorship Opportunities
All sponsorships include:
- Invitations to special School of Dance rehearsals and events year-round
- Access to the Friends of Dance e-newsletter
- Recognition at the event, on the event website, in Center for the Arts program, and on the School of Dance website
Platinum Sponsor - $10,000 ($1,150 in benefits)
- Tickets for ten (10) guests to the event and performance
- Recognition on the electronic save the date* and print invitation**
Gold Sponsor - $5,000 ($920 in benefits)
- Tickets for eight (8) guests to the event and performance
- Recognition on the electronic save the date* and print invitation**
Silver Sponsor - $2,500 ($690 in benefits)
- Tickets for six (6) guests to the event and performance
- Recognition on the electronic save the date* and print invitation**
Bronze Sponsor - $1,000 ($460 in benefits)
- Tickets for four (4) guests to the event and performance
- Recognition on the electronic save the date* and print invitation**
Benefactor Sponsor - $550 ($230 in benefits)
- Tickets for two (2) guests to the event and performance
- Recognition on the print invitation**
Thank you to our 2024 Dance Fête Sponsors
Platinum Sponsors
Dr. Peter N. Stearns and Ms. Donna L. Kidd
Gold Sponsors
George Mason University Foundation, Inc.
Silver Sponsors
Helen and Bill Ackerman
Michael Brown and Elizabeth “Buffy” Price
Dr. Kimberly K. Eby and Dr. José M. Cortina
Julia G. Morelli and Daniel Rainey
Sandy Spring Bank
Bronze Sponsors
Zofia Burr
Rick Davis and Julie Thompson
Steven Golsch
Linda and Buford Lewis
Evans and Trish Mandes
Dr. Carol C. Mattusch and Dr. Richard S. Mason, in memory of Harriet Mattusch
Susan and Jim Murphy
Chap and Sharon Petersen
Dr. Victoria N. Salmon and Mr. John J. Salmon
Benefactors
Angelique Andrae
Sara Costello
Gregory Flatt and Dr. Sherry L. Bennett
Virginia McGehee Friend
Art and Linda Hamerschlag
Linda and Phillip Miller
Mack and Paulette Miller
Phillip Mink and Ann Ardis
Don and Sonja Palomaki
Norma Jean Reck
Karen J. Reedy
Mark and Merrill Shugoll
Heidi Soltis-Berner and Dan Berner
Anika Tené
Diane and Ernie Wakeham
Colonel Thomas and Michelle Wegner
Dr. Adam Winsler and Kathy Preisinger
Janice Sutera Wolfe and Jim Wolfe
Mary and Ed Zigo