Friends of The Sarasota Ballet
The Friends of The Sarasota Ballet is a Committee of The Sarasota Ballet Board of Trustees. In collaboration with the Ballet, the Friends support the entire company by participating in special fundraising events, being Ambassadors within the community, and volunteering in endless opportunities across the organization.
We invite you to join the heart of The Sarasota Ballet Community, the Friends of The Sarasota Ballet.
The mission of the Friends of The Sarasota Ballet is to support the performances and programs of The Sarasota Ballet through advocacy, fundraising, and volunteering.
Advantages of being a Friend
- Contribute to the success of one of the most exciting ballet companies in America.
- Share in Company’s growth and achievements.
- Become “an insider” of The Sarasota Ballet through exclusive programming and volunteer opportunities.
- Meet the dancers, staff, and leadership of The Sarasota Ballet.
- Form new relationships with those who are also dance and art enthusiasts.
- Priority access and special discounts on Friends events throughout the Season.
Become a friend
The Sarasota Ballet offers four membership levels which provides benefits from June 1st – May 31st each season.
To renew by phone or mail, please call The Sarasota Ballet at 941.225.6504
For Membership questions, please contact Betty Ferguson, Membership Coordinator at [email protected] or call The Sarasota Ballet at 941.225.6504
Volunteer Opportunities
The Friends of The Sarasota Ballet have the opportunity to volunteer their time and get involved in the many different aspects of The Sarasota Ballet. Whether you wish to assist the box office, act as a performance greeter, or simply share your love for The Sarasota Ballet, there are endless opportunities to become an Ambassador for The Sarasota Ballet.
For more information on volunteer opportunities with the Friends of The Sarasota Ballet, please contact Rosalyn Ehrenpreis, Volunteer Coordinator at [email protected] or call The Sarasota Ballet at 941.225.6504
Letter from the Friends Committee Chair
Stay up to date with the Friends of The Sarasota Ballet! Below you will find the latest Letter from the Committee Chair of the Friends of The Sarasota Ballet, Patricia Golemme.
Friends Committee
Chair, Patricia Golemme
Friends Liaison, Doricha Sales
Advisory Council Liaison, Laura Feder
Communications Committee, Laurie Fitch
Luncheon Committee Chair
Meet Me at the Barre, Sara Rachon
Membership, Betty Ferguson
Education, Bruce Ensinger
Backstage Tours Committee, Andi Lieberman & Carolou Marquet
Volunteer Coordinator, Rosalyn Ehrenpreis
Will Call/Box Office, Carol Arscott
Member-At-Large, Brenda Belsito