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ARB Donor Benefit Events – Fall 2026
Donors (2 guests maximum) who have contributed the listed amount or more in the period following July 1, 2025 are invited to the Donor Benefit Events. More guests are welcome with an additional gift. Thank you!
ADVOCATES Season Kick-off – Wednesday evening, Sept. 23, 6-8pm, 301 N. Harrison St., 2nd floor, Princeton, NJ (Studio A)
An exclusive experience for ARB | PBS Advocate-level donors of $250+. Join us for a rare behind-the-scenes preview of our company premiere of the full-length Swan Lake, to be presented at the New Brunswick Performing Arts Center on Oct. 23-25 and be among the first to witness the artistry take shape before it reaches the stage. Following the presentation, enjoy an intimate reception with ARB dancers, artistic staff, and fellow donors as we discuss the exciting 2026/27 season. We look forward to sharing this unique opportunity to connect, celebrate your impact, and get an exciting glimpse of what’s ahead for ARB.
To RSVP for 1 or 2 guests, or to discuss opportunities to deepen your connection with ARB | PBS, please contact Lisa Patterson, Director of Development, at [email protected] or 732-249-1254 x11.
PATRONS Open Dress Rehearsal of Swan Lake – Friday 10/23 at 11am at NBPAC
A special experience for ARB | PBS Patron-level donors of $1,000+ who are also subscribers to the ARB NBPAC Subscription Series, plus all Major Donors of $5,000+. Join us for the opportunity to attend the final dress rehearsal of our highly anticipated production of Swan Lake in the beautiful Elizabeth Ross Johnson Theater at NBPAC. See the dress rehearsal prior to attending the full performance to enrich your experience – witness the progress between the two, and see different dancers performing each role. Following the presentation, feel free to join ARB | PBS staff for a delicious meal and theatrical conversation at Stage Left (cost not included). We look forward to sharing this unique opportunity to connect and grow together!
To RSVP for 1 or 2 guests, or to discuss opportunities to deepen your connection with ARB | PBS, please contact Lisa Patterson, Director of Development, at [email protected] or 732-249-1254 x11.
PATRONS Post-Show Backstage Gathering at Swan Lake – Friday evening 10/23, Saturday matinee 10/24, and Saturday evening 10/24 at NBPAC
An exclusive experience for ARB | PBS Patron-level donors of $1,000+. Join us for a rare backstage view of our production of Swan Lake following the Friday or Saturday evening performances or the Saturday matinee (donor’s choice – performance tickets not included). Be among the few to tour the backstage area of the beautiful Elizabeth Ross Johnson Theater and chat with dancers while they are still glowing from their performances. Following the presentation on Saturday afternoon, feel free to join ARB | PBS staff for a delicious meal and theatrical conversation at Stage Left (cost not included). We look forward to sharing this unique opportunity to connect, celebrate your impact, and get an exciting glimpse of what’s ahead for ARB.
To RSVP for 1 or 2 guests, or to discuss opportunities to deepen your connection with ARB | PBS, please contact Lisa Patterson, Director of Development, at [email protected] or 732-249-1254 x11.
Exciting Donor Benefits Start at $100
Generous donors like you cover over 50% of the cost of delivering outstanding performances, classes, and Access & Enrichment programming to you and communities throughout New Jersey and beyond.
Please make a tax-deductible contribution today, and you can go behind-the-scenes with access to exclusive events and opportunities to interact with our talented dancers.
Benefits correspond to your chosen giving level and can include:
· Observing a Rehearsal
· Toasting with the Company
· Invitations to Special Events
Which level of support will you join?
Invitations are for Donor + 1 guest
FRIENDS
Friend: Ambassador $100—$249
Benefits include:
· Donor Listing in our Programs and Website
· Invitation to a Nutcracker Dress Rehearsal at McCarter Theatre
· Observe a Princeton Ballet School class online
Friend: Advocate $250-$499
· Benefits Listed Above, plus…
· Access to Premium Digital Content
· Invitation to Spring DANCE POWER Performance, Waiting in the Wings
· Invitation to Fall Season Kickoff Toast
Friend: Supporter $500-$999
· Benefits Listed Above, plus…
· Invitation to a Nutcracker dress rehearsal at STNJ with live orchestra
· Invitation to periodic Wall of Fame induction ceremonies (not annual)
· Invitation to Observe a DANCE POWER class
Friend: Patron $1,000-$2,499
· Benefits Listed Above, plus…
· Invitation to a dress rehearsal of a season production
· Invitation to the annual Season Opening Night reception
· Invitation to the annual PBS Faculty/Accompanist Luncheon
Friend: Sustainer $2,500-$4,999
· Benefits Listed Above, plus…
· Invitation to a Backstage Tour of the New Brunswick Performing Arts Center
· Invitation to an additional Opening Night Reception
· Reserved Seating to all general admission events
MAJOR DONORS
Major Donor: Education Leadership Council $5,000-$9,999
· Benefits Listed Above, plus…
· Concierge Ticketing Services
· Invitation to observe a Trainee Class
Major Donor: Artistic Leadership Council $10,000-$24,999
· Benefits Listed Above, plus…
· Two Complimentary Tickets to all Opening Night Receptions
· One Costume Shop Demo for two
· Invitation to observe a PBS class
Major Donor: Executive Director’s Council $25,000-$49,999
· Benefits Listed Above, plus…
· Invitation to observe one studio rehearsal in the fall and one in the spring
Major Donor: Trustees’ Council $50,000-$99,999
· Benefits Listed Above, plus…
· Production Stage Manager’s Guest Experience for up to two
· Custom Benefits
Major Donor: Founder’s Council $100,000+
· Benefits Listed Above, plus…
· Artistic Leadership shadow for a day for up to two
Anyone increasing their level of giving from the previous fiscal year (July – June) is an “Étoile.” Your name will be marked with a star in all program listings and you and a guest will be invited to the annual “Fête des Étoiles” party.
To learn more about the annual levels of giving and associated benefits, or your personal giving history, feel free to contact our Director of Development, Lisa Patterson, at [email protected] or 732-249-1254 x 11.
Thank you for your support!
