Sponsor a Seat

Give the Gift of Ballet. Make a Lasting Impact.

“I loved it — and the great thing is my kids and wife loved it too. It feels good to be able to introduce them to culture.”
— Eric, U.S. Army Veteran and Sponsored Seat Recipient

At Pointeworks, we believe ballet should be experienced — not reserved only for those who can afford it. That’s why we created Sponsor a Seat, a program that opens our performances to students, veterans, first responders, and first-time audience members through donor-funded tickets.

Ballet has the power to inspire, heal, and connect — but many never have the chance to sit in a theater and feel that magic. Your gift changes that. By sponsoring a seat, you place someone in the audience of Nocturnes — Five Ballets by Visionary Women this June at The Conrad.

Because of donors like you, last season we were able to:

  • Provide over $11,000 in donated tickets

  • Gift 167 seats at the Irvine Barclay Theatre — 15% of the house

  • Offer seats to veterans, military families, and first responders

  • Share 10 seats with UCSD students through a mental health partnership

  • Welcome dozens of young people and first-time audience members to the ballet

Every dollar makes a difference. Every seat opens a door.

How It Works

  • A fully sponsored seat is $120

  • Sponsor a row (10 seats) for $1,200.

  • You can donate monthly or make a one-time gift

  • Sponsored seats are distributed through schools, veteran networks, student organizations, and community groups

  • Your donation directly supports our mission to make ballet more accessible and inclusive

Individual giving

Monthly Giving

  • $10/month – Sponsor one seat for a full year

  • $25/month – Sponsor a seat every few months

  • $50/month – Double your impact

  • $100/month – Sponsor a full row of seats

One-Time Giving

  • $30 – Contribute toward a sponsored seat

  • $60 – Cover half a seat

  • $120 – Sponsor one full ballet experience

  • $240+ – Sponsor multiple seats or a classroom group

  • $1,200 – Sponsor a full row of (10) seats

Personalize Your Gift

When you give, you can:

  • Dedicate your seat in honor of someone special

  • Include a short message to be shared with the recipient

  • Choose whether to remain anonymous

  • Receive occasional updates on the impact of your gift

Eric, U.S. Army Veteran (1988–1991), Ballet Nights, Irvine, CA, June 20, 2025

“I loved it and the great thing is my kids and wife loved it. It feels good to be able to introduce them to culture.”

Alejandro, U.S. Navy (Currently Serving), Pointeworks on Tour, New York, NY, March 22, 2025

“Such a lovely event. I thank the donors for their generosity of the tickets. I wish nothing but the best for the Pointeworks production on their tour.”

Barry, U.S. Army Veteran (1964–1968), Ballet Nights, Irvine, CA, June 20, 2025

“We really appreciated the tickets to Ballet Night at the Barclay. The dancers were so talented and the choreography was beautiful. Thank you for the tickets.”

Alejandro, U.S. Navy (Currently Serving), Pointeworks on Tour, New York, NY, March 22, 2025

David, U.S. Army Veteran (1969–1971), Pointeworks Inaugural Performance, La Jolla, CA, June 20, 2024

“Thank you so much Pointeworks for your generous donation of tickets. My wife and I absolutely loved the performance last night. It was the best ballet/modern dance I've ever seen. I'm sure your company will go on to do great things.”

Corporate Sponsorships

Support the arts. Strengthen your community. Align your brand with meaningful impact.

Pointeworks offers tailored sponsorship packages for companies, foundations, and local businesses who want to help make ballet more accessible.

To start a corporate sponsorship conversation, please contact Christian Griggs-Drane at development@pointeworks.org
or give now using the link below.

SPONSOR A SEAT AS A CORPORATION

Corporate Giving Levels

Community Partner – $1,200

  • Sponsor 10 seats

  • Recognition in digital programs and on our website

Arts Advocate – $3,000

  • Sponsor 25 seats

  • Company logo + link on website

  • Recognition on social media

  • Optional in-person engagement with recipient groups

Premier Access Partner – $6,000+

  • Sponsor 50 or more seats

  • All of the above, plus:

    • Inclusion in select press efforts

Legacy Partner – $10,000+

  • Sponsor 80+ seats across the season

  • All previous benefits, plus:

    • Custom co-branded activation (e.g. student matinee, veteran night, or partnership)

    • Verbal recognition at sponsored events or performances

    • Option to feature a company representative or message in opening remarks or event materials

    • Feature story in Pointeworks newsletter and donor communications

    • Dedicated social media spotlight campaign

Every Seat Tells a Story

Whether you're giving $10 or $1,000, your support brings someone into the world of dance — and that can be life-changing. Together, we can ensure ballet is not just preserved — but shared.

SPONSOR A SEAT