Join us each Spring in supporting and celebrating George Mason’s School of Dance!
Register Now for the 2026 Mason Dance Fête
Saturday, March 28, 2026, 5:30 p.m.
An Inside-the-Studio Celebration Benefiting Student Scholarships
deLaski Performing Arts Building
Kimberly K. Eby and Julia G. Morelli, Co-Chairs
Susan Shields, 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 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 featuring the work of world-renowned choreographers performed by the talented George Mason student dancers, the next generation of professional artists.
The 2026 program will feature works by:
- Alejandro Cerrudo, Artistic Director, Charlotte Ballet
- Branndi Lewis
- Andrea Miller, Artistic Director, GALLIM
- Victor Quijada, Artistic Director, RUBBERBAND
- Medhi Walerski, Artistic Director, Ballet BC
Each year this annual event funds critically needed scholarships and supports the George Mason School of Dance program. 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 George Mason School of Dance programs and student scholarships
- Individual Tickets are $140
- School of Dance Alumni and Current Parents tickets are available for $125.
- Per IRS regulations, grants from a Donor Advised Fund (DAF) may not be used to pay for any portion of event tickets. Tickets must be purchased using personal funds. If you desire, you may separately request a DAF grant to support an area of your choice.
Sponsor and ticket registration is open now!
To learn more, email Amanda Snellings or call 703-993-1593.
Learn about the Friends of Dance and support the School.
Watch this video to learn more about the Dance Fête and how it supports our students in their pre-professional training at George Mason.
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**
* Electronic save the date deadline November 15
** Print invitation deadline January 12
Make a Gift
PLATINUM SPONSOR
Dr. Peter N. Stearns and Ms. Donna L. Kidd
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
Michael Brown and Elizabeth "Buffy" Price
Dr. Kimberly K. Eby and Dr. José M. Cortina
Julia G. Morelli and Daniel Rainey
Bronze Sponsors
Ms. Virginia McGehee Friend
Linda and Phillip Miller, in honor of Beverly Metz
Dr. Victoria N. Salmon and Mr. John J. Salmon
Cory and Ashleigh Smith Maggard
Benefactor Sponsors