Why Join?
When you become a Circle of Leaders member, you don’t just attend performances—you help make them possible. Your contribution sustains MDP’s:
- Innovative performances blending tradition and transformation
- Education programs that bring dance to schools and underserved communities
- Community engagement initiatives amplifying BIPOC and LGBTQ+ voices
- Opportunities for emerging artists to create and share their work
With every membership, you’re investing in a more inclusive, inspired, and connected arts community.
Your Exclusive Member Benefits
As a member, you’ll receive special recognition and access that deepens your connection to MDP’s artistry. From private rehearsals to digital storyboards and backstage tours, your membership brings you closer to the creative process and the people behind the work.
Membership Levels
FELLOW
($75-249)
- Recognition in all MDP program booklets
- Early access to ticket sales
- Quarterly insider email updates
ADVOCATE
($250 – 499)
- All FELLOW benefits, plus:
- Digital storyboard package featuring a new work’s inspirations
- Invitation to a virtual rehearsal + Q&A with MDP choreographer
- Personalized thank-you message from an MDP Artist
PRINICPAL
($500 – 999)
- All ADVOCATE benefits, plus:
- Invitation to an in-person stage dress rehearsal
- Signed company poster
- Exclusive access to a members-only season preview event (virtual or in-person)
- 2 complimentary performance tickets
DIRECTOR
($1,000 – 1,999)
- All PRINCIPAL benefits, plus:
- Complimentary pass to an MDP masterclass
- Priority registration for limited-seat events and community conversations
- Special recognition in our annual impact report
CATALYST
($2,000 – 3,499)
- All DIRECTOR benefits, plus:
- Private conversation with MDP Artistic Leadership
- 2 additional complimentary tickets (4 total)
- Exclusive MDP thank-you gift
VISIONARY
($3,500+)
- All CATALYST benefits, plus:
- Verbal recognition at a pre-show curtain speech
- Private backstage access/tour + meet & greet with company dancers
- Option to dedicate your gift in honor of a loved one
- Opportunity to sponsor a dancer for a specific project
- Legacy listing in MDP’s annual donor archive
All members receive invitations to donor-only content, performance updates, and the chance to see your impact in action.
OPTIONAL: Become a Sustainer
Make your gift monthly and deepen your impact all year long. Supporters can join any level as a Sustainer by setting up monthly contributions.
For example:
- $25/month → Fellow
- $45/month → Advocate
- $85/month → Principal
- $100/month → Director
- $175/month → Catalyst
- $300/month → Visionary
Sustainers receive:
– A special welcome message from our Artistic Director
– Access to one additional behind-the-scenes donor video per year
– The ease of automatic giving and fewer fundraising asks throughout the season
Your Impact
- $75 brings a young student to their first live dance performance
- $300 supports the creation of a new work by providing rehearsal space
- $1,000 funds an MDP masterclass for emerging artists
- $2,500+ sponsors a dancer for a major performance or tour
Every level of giving makes a difference—and every member is part of the MDP family.
Join Today
Select your desired level below and start exploring MDP in bold new ways. Together, we’ll create, connect, and inspire through the transformative power of dance.
Already a Member?
Renew your commitment today and keep the momentum going. Your continued support ensures that MDP’s mission thrives year after year.
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