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2 DONATION FORM YOUR BALLET AMBASSADOR GIFT Ballet Ambassador gifts are $1000+ annually I am pleased to make a Ballet Ambassador gift of $ $5,000 $2,500 $1,000 I would like my gift to remain anonymous I would like my gift acknowledged as follows: YOUR DETAILS Full Name Address Suburb State Postcode Telephone PAYMENT OPTIONS CREDIT CARD Complete your credit card details below and return this form to The Australian Ballet using the address overleaf. Mastercard Visa AMEX Cardholder name Card number / / / Expiry date / Alternatively, phone to make a credit card payment by phone. DIRECT DEPOSIT The Australian Ballet Foundation BSB number: Account number: Please include your surname in your payment reference and philanthropyservices@australianballet.com.au once paid. PRIVACY We collect information about you to manage the support which you are providing to us. Unless and until you ask us not to, we may also use your details to solicit sponsorship, donations and other support and to update you about The Australian Ballet, its programmes and services, such as annual subscription seasons, performances, products and special events, and to inform you about products, services and events from affiliated organisations in which you may be interested. We may disclose personal information to service providers and others as described in our Privacy Policy which is available on request or via Our Privacy Policy also contains further details about how we collect and handle personal information and how you can access and update your personal information or make a complaint. You can contact our Privacy Officer on and privacy@australianballet.com.au. Tick here if you do not wish to receive communications about events, products, services and donations as described above.

3 GLOBAL BALLET AMBASSADOR NETWORK Sarah Murdoch Founder and Global Ambassador BALLET AMBASSADOR BOARD NSW Georgina Curran Co-Chair Edwina McCann Co-Chair Ellie Aitken Juliet Anderson Josie Ashton Alina Barlow Leah Bischoff Louise Bryant Collette Dinnigan Vanessa Gilbert Sarah Ingham Chris Mulcahy Susie Nugan Francesca Packer Barham Lucas Partington Jodi Pettersen Philippa Pomeranz Alisa St.John Valentina Stojanovska Victoria Webb BALLET AMBASSADOR BOARD VIC Lisa Bolte Co-Chair Nina Aberdeen Co-chair Major Partner Penny Barlow Felicity Bongiorno Wendy Carter Lucy Clemenger Chris Dunkley Kristin Edmonds Anna Findlay Tahli Koch Regina Levine Gina McNamara Matt Stephen Shelmerdine Claire Walczak Evelyn Yong For more information about the Ballet Ambassador program please contact Jane Messenger NSW Rachel Gelis VIC Please return your completed form to: The Australian Ballet The Primrose Potter Australian Ballet Centre The Philanthropy Team Reply Paid Southbank VIC 3006 ABN Principal Partner

4 I have met many passionate ballet advocates who believe, like me, that there is a new generation of ballet lovers who would embrace an initiative that caters directly to them. SARAH MURDOCH I have been incredibly fortunate to have been involved with The Australian Ballet since 2004, when I first saw the company perform in New York City. I fell in love with the extraordinary athleticism of our dancers the power, strength and artistry that I believe is unique to the company. There is just something about The Australian Ballet. I know there are many who share this passion for our national ballet company. Our fan base stretches far and wide, from our biggest cities to some of our smallest towns, and includes the audiences for our education and engagement programs and our international tours. However, without philanthropic support we would not be able to deliver the programs we do, to stretch the imagination, to push the boundaries, and so it is imperative we support this wonderful art form. The aim of our Ballet Ambassador program is to do something that has never been done before: to create a global network of new supporters of The Australian Ballet across Australia, Asia, Europe and the USA, and to deliver an inspiring program of events across the globe, all with a behind the curtain element that allows privileged access to the ballet s artistic team. So please join me as a Ballet Ambassador as we experience together the extraordinary world of The Australian Ballet. With much appreciation, Sarah Murdoch Global Ambassador Founder Ballet Ambassador program

5 THE BALLET AMBASSADOR PROGRAM The Ballet Ambassador program is a dynamic initiative that engages with young arts lovers and welcomes them, as the next generation of our patrons and supporters, into the active life of The Australian Ballet. The program offers a unique opportunity to enjoy and learn more about Australia s national dance company, while giving invaluable assistance to help us deliver our broad range of activities across the country. As a Ballet Ambassador you will enjoy privileged, behindthe-scenes access to the ballet and invitations to purchase tickets to exclusive Behind the Curtain events that give a unique insight into The Australian Ballet. Ballet Ambassadors contribute a tax-deductible donation of $1,000 or more per annum to be part of the program, with these generous contributions helping us to be one of the world s leading ballet companies.

6 BEHIND THE CURTAIN EVENTS The Ballet Ambassador program creates an annual calendar of special events centered around our mainstage productions at the Sydney Opera House and Arts Centre Melbourne, our annual Storytime Ballet for children, and other special events at private homes and exclusive venues at home and abroad. At each Behind the Curtain event you ll enjoy fine food and premium wines, the opportunity to meet dancers and members of The Australian Ballet s artistic team, and of course, great seats to savour a spectacular performance. Behind the Curtain events provide a unique perspective on our art form while allowing you to enjoy the company of a dynamic group of like-minded global influencers. Each event is individually ticketed, so you can enjoy as many of these events as you wish.

7 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Q: WHAT IS THE BALLET AMBASSADOR PROGRAM? A: The Ballet Ambassador program is a dynamic new initiative that engages with young (25 50) culture goers across the globe and welcomes them, as the next generation of our patrons and supporters, into the active life of The Australian Ballet. The program offers a unique opportunity to enjoy and learn more about Australia s national dance company while giving invaluable assistance to help us deliver our broad range of activities across the country. Q: HOW DO I BECOME A BALLET AMBASSADOR? A: Ballet Ambassadors contribute a tax-deductible donation of $1,000 or more per annum to be part of the program, with these generous contributions going towards The Australian Ballet s general activities. Q: HOW ARE BALLET AMBASSADORS RECOGNISED FOR THEIR SUPPORT? A: In recognition of their support, donors are acknowledged as Ballet Ambassadors in all The Australian Ballet s mainstage programs, on our website and in our annual report. As a Ballet Ambassador you will enjoy privileged, behind the scenes access to the ballet and invitations to purchase tickets to exclusive Behind the Curtain events that provide a unique insight into the world of The Australian Ballet. Q: WHAT ARE BEHIND THE CURTAIN EVENTS? A: The Ballet Ambassador program creates an annual calendar of special free and paid events including events centered around our mainstage and Storytime Ballet productions at the Sydney Opera House and the Arts Centre Melbourne, as well as special events at private homes and exclusive venues at home and abroad. At Behind the Curtain events you ll enjoy fine food, premium wines and the opportunity to meet dancers and members of The Australian Ballet s artistic team, and of course, great seats to savour a spectacular performance. Behind the Curtain events offer a unique perspective on our art form and an opportunity to enjoy the company of a dynamic group of like-minded young influencers.

8 Q: HOW MUCH DO BEHIND THE CURTAIN EVENTS COST? A: Each event is costed and priced individually with any surplus supporting The Australian Ballet. Q: HOW MANY TICKETS CAN I PURCHASE TO BEHIND THE CURTAIN EVENTS? A: As tickets for each Behind the Curtain event are limited, each Ballet Ambassador may purchase a maximum of two tickets to each event. When seating availability allows, this number may increase for certain events. Tickets are available on a first come, first served basis. Q: WHAT HAPPENS IF I HAVE ALREADY BOUGHT TICKETS TO A PERFORMANCE? A: If you have already purchased a ticket to a performance and would like to attend the Behind the Curtain event associated with this production instead, we are happy to refund you for your original ticket, and use this as a credit towards your Behind the Curtain event ticket. Q: HOW LONG DO I REMAIN A BALLET AMBASSADOR? A: The Ballet Ambassador program is an annual giving program. You will receive acknowledgment and invitations to Behind the Curtain events for twelve months from the date of your donation. Q: HOW IS THE BALLET AMBASSADOR PROGRAM RUN? A: The program s Founder and Global Ambassador is Sarah Murdoch. The NSW Ballet Ambassador Board is co-chaired by Georgie Curran and Edwina McCann. The VIC Ballet Ambassador Board is co-chaired by Lisa Bolte and Nina Aberdeen. A number of sub-committees assist with the running and aims of the program and assist The Australian Ballet with particular aspects of its work. The program is designed to enable Ballet Ambassadors to use their professional and life experience to benefit the life of our company and our wider community. New members of these sub-committees are always welcome. FURTHER QUESTIONS? If you would like to know more or speak to us about the program, please contact: Jane Messenger NSW janem@australianballet.com.au Rachel Gelis VIC rachelg@australianballet.com.au