SUPPORT THE PERFORMANCE GARAGE

Please help us fulfill our mission to serve the entire dance community throughout Philadelphia.

Your support will bring together artists, patrons, neighbors, and students through our diverse programming; allow artists to develop and create new works; and usher live performances back to the stage to inspire us all.

ANNUAL REPORT 2023

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Donate through United Way

Does your employer participate in United Way Workplace Campaigns? If so, the Performance Garage is registered with United Way and you can designate your contribution to us using: Book Number 52979.

To designate your contribution to a specific area of interest, contact info@performancegarage.org

Introducing Stars Offstage Seat Naming Campaign!

Dear Patrons and Dance Enthusiasts,

As the curtains rise and the lights dim, the magic unfolds before our eyes. Now, you have the opportunity to become an integral part of this enchanting experience with our exclusive Stars Offstage Seat Naming Campaign!

Imagine having your name or the name of a loved one immortalized in the very heart of our historic theater. With your generous contribution of $1,000, you can claim a seat as your own and leave a lasting legacy in the world of performing arts.

Here's what you get when you become a part of Stars Offstage:

• Personalized Seat Plaque: Your name, or the name of your choosing, elegantly engraved on a sleek plaque affixed to the armrest of your chosen seat. Every time you attend a performance, you'll be greeted by your own personalized marker—your special place in our theater.

• VIP Recognition: As a distinguished supporter of the arts, you'll be acknowledged in the Performance Garage programs and on our website for your invaluable contribution. Join the ranks of esteemed patrons who have helped preserve and enrich our cultural heritage.

• Exclusive Invitations: INVITATION LIST FOR EVENTS—FREE FOR CHAIR HOLDERS. Gain access to exclusive events, behind-the-scenes tours, and special receptions reserved only for our most dedicated supporters. Rub shoulders with fellow dance aficionados and immerse yourself in the captivating world of stagecraft.

• Eternal Gratitude: Above all, your contribution ensures the continued vitality of the Performance Garage and supports the artists who grace our stage. Your generosity enables us to inspire, entertain, and uplift audiences for generations to come.

Seize this opportunity to make your mark on the stage where dreams come alive. Whether you're a passionate dance-goer, a devoted supporter of the arts, or someone seeking a unique gift for a loved one, Stars Offstage offers an unparalleled way to leave a legacy and become a part of the Performance Garage’s rich tapestry.

To reserve your seat and become a true star of our stage, simply contact us at info@performancegarage.org.

Join us in celebrating dance and ensuring its enduring presence in our lives and community. Thank you for your unwavering support and for being the shining stars that illuminate our stage!

THANK YOU

Foundations & Corporate Sponsors

Chef's Table • Christian R. & Mary F. Lindback Foundation • Comcast • Dolfinger-McMahon Foundation • Duane Morris • Dune Grass Publishing • FHLBank • Harlequin Floors • Independence Blue Cross • JMA Custom Builders • MAP Fund • Martha LaVallee-Williams Community Outreach Fund • McFarland Tree & Landscape Services • National Endowment for the Arts • Parkway Corporation • Pennsylvania Arts & Recovery Program • Pennsylvania Council on the Arts • Philadelphia Ballet • Philadelphia Cultural Fund • School of the Philadelphia Ballet • Stockton Real Estate Advisors • Suzanne F. Roberts • Cultural Development Fund • Vectra Management Group • Virginia Cretella Mars Foundation • William Penn Foundation

Angels ($10,000+)

Amy Branch & Jeff Benoliel • Wendy and Greg Gosfield • David Prescott • Jeanne Ruddy & Victor Keen • Kathleen Vick & Steve Stack

Spotlight Society ($5,000 to $9,999)

George Benes & Michael Mallee • Kenyatta D. Donely • Barry & Monika Misthal • Natalie Nixon • Marty Power

Garage Guardians ($2,500 to $4,999)

Millie Lane Berg • Toni Jelinek • Alison Lazerwitz • Sarah and Bradley Marshall • Sandra Mozee-Smith • Louise Reed • Peggy and Scott Reynolds • Takako Asakawa Richards • Stephanie Venne • Michele R. Vernon • Dr. Robert J. Wallner • Richard Witt

Dancer’s Circle ($1,000 to $2,499)

Anonymous • Elizabeth Amsbary, In memory of Bruce T. Amsbary • Sheila and Edward Chacker • Michael & Ellen Singer Coleman • David F. Hoffman • Arthur M. Kaplan & R. Duane Perry • Jason Karlawish & John Bruza • Dr Kathryn Kearns • Frank Maresca • Robert Pedemonti • Sheila & Stuart Schwartz • Jonathan Stavin • Dr Bruce Taggart • William Untereker • Joan & Al Wachlin • John and Emalee Welsh • Karen Mauch & Diane Zilka

Supporters ($500 to $999)

Barbara Adams • Julie & Jim Alexandre • Floss Barber & Robert Angevine • Cindy Bolt & Edmond Karam • Linda Bradley & Steven Scott • Jourdan Cooper • Francesca & Bruce Dalglish • Alice Donavin & Dr. George S. Day • Romy Diaz & Dennis Bann • Susan Fazio & Carlo DiGiovanni • Jeanne Fisher • Carole Haas Gravagno & Myke Rogers • Elaine and Ken Kirby • Neal Krouse & Karl Fong • Paul Levy & Carrie Rickey • Carole Sheridan McKelvey & Alan Freed • Leslie Martel • Dr Carolyn C Newsom, Esq • Robert Pedemonti • Christine Petrik & Dave Green • Irene & Robert Sanz • Tanya Shields • Barbara & Robert Tiffany • Carol Tyler • Stephen Varenhorst & Teresa Fink

Benefactors ($250 to $499)

Stephanie Ali • Blews and The Abstract Truth Film • Alexei & Elena Borovik • Jane Comfort • Diane Dalto & Richard Woosnam • Anne Ewers • Rachel & Hagai Gil • Sharon Guess & Melita Jordan • Walter and Morgan Keen Hecht • Charles Hess • Connie & Sam Katz • Rachel Kieser • Pamela Rainey Lawler • Michael Lillys • Marika Molnar • JP O'Connor • Christopher Barrett Politan • Barbara Pressman • Dianne Semingson • Kathleen Shay • Thaddeus Squire • Ricci & Ferol Vernon • Irene Wilson & Patrick Gage

Patrons ($100 to $249)

Leslie Benoliel & Alex Hamilton • Margot Berg • Donovan Blois • Lee and Peter Brooke • Jacqulyn Buglisi • Catch 3 Consulting • David Chambers • Yvonne Ciochon • Cece & Fred Citron • Kathleen Dalzell • Maxine & Jay Goldberg • Sharon Keys Gray • Jenny Hourihan • Bettsy Morse McCoubrey • Dawn Mixon • Katie Moore-Derkits • Susan A. Murphy • T J Power • Les Rivera • Katherine Roth, MD • Malgorzata & Billy Siegenfeld • Rochelle Silverman • Julie Anne Smith • Linda C. Smith • Meredith Riley Stewart • Jeff Tackes, In Honor of Seven Tackes • Judge Leon Tucker • Marlene Weinstein • Barry Wolfenson

Friends ($25 to $99)

Margaret Chambers • Nathan Crittendon, In Honor of Wesley Carter Jr • Lynn Denton • Caroline de Mauriac • Dekeisha Felder • Shira Kramer • Maureen McNulty • Anne-Marie Mulgrew • Joyce and Tim Ratner • Melvin Seligsohn • Donna Tartasky • Elaine Terranova • Women's Connection - Philadelphia Chapter, In Honor of the Keen Collection