Special Events
CONNECTIONS GALA – AN EVENING UNDER THE STARS
We are hosting a gala on June 12, 2025, at 6:00 pm to benefit Montana Ballet Company and celebrate the legacy of former Artistic and Executive Director, Elizabeth DeFanti. The event will feature live music, gourmet food, performances by our company dancers, and the special opportunity to connect with our community of supporters and guest artists performing at our CONNECTIONS event on June 13th, including principal and soloist dancers from the nation’s premier dance companies.
Tickets are $175. Individuals and organizations also have the opportunity to sponsor the gala. Corporate sponsorship aligns your business with MBC’s reputation for grace, creativity, and excellence.
| Level | Amount | Benefits |
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| Platinum Sponsor | $10,000 |
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| Gold Sponsor | $5,000 |
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| Silver Sponsor | $2,500 |
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Tea with Clara
Montana Ballet Company’s Tea with Clara is a special event for families and children. This high tea is a beloved Bozeman holiday event, where 200 guests delight in tea time specialties, meet Clara, watch Nutcracker excerpts from Montana Ballet Company, and join our performers to dance on the stage. MBC’s 2025 Tea with Clara will take place on Sunday, November 23rd at 11:00 AM at the Armory Ballroom.
Tickets are $75. Individuals and organizations also have the opportunity to sponsor this special event. All Tea with Clara sponsors will receive recognition in promotional and event materials.
| Level | Amount | Benefits |
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| Sugarplum Sponsor | $5,000 |
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| Dewdrop Sponsor | $3,000 |
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| Marzipan Sponsor | $1,500 |
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Sponsoring our Tea with Clara or CONNECTIONS Gala provides an opportunity to connect with some of MBC’s most engaged patrons.
To learn more about event sponsorship, please contact our Development Director.
