The YOUNG FRIENDS of Ballet Palm Beach exists to create ambassadors for Ballet Palm Beach throughout our community while giving members access to exclusive benefits and experiences. Their support is vital to Ballet Palm Beach.
Our YOUNG FRIENDS group has been designed to promote Ballet Palm Beach, connect the BPB Academy with the Company, and engage BPB Alumni, all while providing a networking opportunity for its arts-loving members.
HOW TO BECOME A YOUNG FRIEND
YOUNG FRIENDS Requirements
- Be in your 20s, 30s, or 40s
- Pay dues of $100 per year
- Complete at least one of the following:
- Sign-up for a Young Friends volunteer shift
- Attend Ballet Palm Beach Gala
- Solicit or become a sponsor for Ballet Palm Beach or the Gala
- Solicit or donate an auction item valued at $250 or higher
YOUNG FRIENDS Perks
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20% off all Ballet Palm Beach performances and events all season long (only offered to Young Friends!):
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- MARY SHELLEY’S FRANKENSTEIN | October 22-24, 2026
- THE NUTCRACKER | December 4-6, 2026
- ALL THAT GLITTERS GALA | January 28, 2027, at The Breakers
- ANNE FRANK | March 5-7, 2027
- CINDERELLA | April 9-11, 2027
- A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM | June 26-27, 2027
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Invitation to pre-performance cocktail hour with one complimentary drink at BPB Young Friends Night performances:
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MARY SHELLEY’S FRANKENSTEIN Young Friends Night | Thursday, October 22, 2026
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THE NUTCRACKER Young Friends Night | Friday, December 4, 2026
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ANNE FRANK Young Friends Night | Friday, March 5, 2027
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CINDERELLA Young Friends Night | Friday, April 9, 2027
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A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM Young Friends Night | Saturday, June 26, 2027
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- Networking opportunities with fellow Young Friends
- Volunteer opportunities that support BPB Academy and Company
- Recognition for yourself and/or your company in the BPB Season Playbill
Join us for our Young Friends Season Kickoff!
Thursday, September 17, 2026
5pm-7pm
U-Tiki Beach
1095 N Hwy A1A, Jupiter, FL 33477
Young Friends of Ballet Palm Beach, please join us for a casual, drop-in mixer to kick off our 2026-27 season! We will gather at the tiki bar in the back of U-Tiki to meet and mingle with each other and enjoy the waterfront views. Your first drink will be provided, and additional drinks and food will be available for purchase (Happy Hour pricing is available at the bar from 4:30 to 6). This gathering is free, but please register using the form below so that we know how many to expect!
