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Friends of Dance

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The Friends of Dance at Mason is a group of dedicated supporters who love our School of Dance program and students.

They ensure the success of the next generation of artists through community engagement, audience participation, and philanthropic support. They may be distinguished alumni of the program dedicated to giving back to their alma mater, parents of current students or alumni, or local arts supporters who love dance. Everyone is welcome. The Friends of Dance represent the School of Dance at performances and events to help encourage others to support scholarships and program funding.

A gift of any amount to any School of Dance program, event (including the Dance Fête) or scholarship qualifies you as a member and entitles you to the benefits listed below.

Here are a few ways your investment can make a difference:

  • Provide support for the facilities our dancers need to succeed.
  • Give toward ongoing program and performance support, ensuring that our dancers have the resources on stage and off to develop their artistry.
  • Endow a faculty chair or fellowship, ensuring that top-notch faculty and visiting artists are working with our students. -Fund a scholarship so that a talented student has every opportunity to attend George Mason University.

Friends of Dance enjoy these annual benefits:

  • Invitations to special dance events such as rehearsals, master classes, performances, and lectures by artists-in-residence
  • Opportunities to volunteer at School of Dance performances, with a complimentary ticket
  • Updates from the Director of the School of Dance
  • Networking and connecting with fellow School of Dance alumni and supporters as well as current students and faculty
  • Recognition in School of Dance and Center for the Arts programs, and CVPA Annual Report

Giving Level

  • Up to $50: Friend
  • $50-99: Patron
  • $100-249: Benefactor
  • $250-499: Company Member
  • $500-999: Principal
  • $1,000- $4,999: Choreographer - $5,000+: Artistic Director

Dance Partnership Council

  • J. Michael Brown
  • Christopher D’Amboise
  • Kimberly K. Eby
  • Donna L. Kidd
  • Linda M. Lewis
  • Carol C. Mattusch
  • Julia G. Morelli
  • Buffy Price
  • Karen J. Reedy
  • Victoria N. Salmon
Vianello
"At the start of my freshman year, my parents and I made a 19-hour road trip before move-in day. Mason had been my dream school from the moment I toured. I knew my experiences at this school would give me the necessary tools to really prepare me for a career in dance. Being from out of state, I never thought attending Mason would be possible for my family financially. I was so worried that finances would prevent me from receiving an education in dance at the best school possible for me. Receiving a scholarship from the School of Dance truly made my dream a reality. Without the scholarship, I would not have been able to attend Mason and would have been given all the incredible experiences I have been fortunate to receive here so far."
—Marina Vianello, scholarship recipient