Center Dance Arts

FOR THE LOVE OF DANCE

Hamburg Ballet John Neumeier's Bernstein Dances to be performed at The Music Center in March 2022. Photo by Kiran West.

CENTER DANCE ARTS (CDA) is a dynamic community of patrons with a passion for dance. CDA brings dance to life in Los Angeles by promoting The Music Center’s world-class dance performances, extensive educational outreach and free and low-cost community experiences so all may experience the transformative power of dance.

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dance enthusiasts in a variety of fun social settings around Los Angeles scenes access such as salons and artist talks featuring dance luminaries

INSPIRE thousands of people with

extraordinary performances, groundbreaking new works, learning in schools and community dancing experiences

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World-class dance performances

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Student matinees and school assemblies

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Master classes and workshops

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Artist residencies in classrooms

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Student and family festivals

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Resources for local dancers and companies

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Free community dance experiences

(Top) Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, returning to The Music Center in April 2022. Photo by Dario Calmese.

(Middle left) Professional Development workshop for classroom teachers at The Music Center's Arts Integration Symposium. Photo by Belinda Younis. (Middle right) Young dancers celebrate National Tap Dance Day at the Tap Park on Jerry Moss Plaza at The Music Center. Photo by Will Tee Yang. (Bottom) Caleb Teicher, Nathan Bugh, LaTasha Barnes, Evita Arce. Photo by Em Watson.

Membership Benefits

Dance Sponsor $25,000

Dance Ambassador $10,000

Dance Advocate $5,000

Dance Enthusiast $2,500

Dance Patron $1,000

Concierge ticketing and priority subscription privileges

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Season preview event with artistic leadership

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Recognition in digital and printed programs

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Invitations to Meet the Artists receptions

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Updates on dance happenings at The Music Center and around L.A.

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Invitations to rehearsals, master classes and backstage tours

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Special access to student matinees

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Invitations to salons with dance luminaries in private settings

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One hosted intermission in the Founders Room

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Eligible for special travel and meetup opportunities

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Recognition as an Ambassador and access to special insider events

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Opportunity to sponsor a performance or student matinee

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Additional benefits are available to Dance Founders, who are offered the unique opportunity to enjoy the Founders Rooms during dance engagements, with a multi-year commitment of $10,000 annually for five years.

Please note: The value of certain benefits reduces the tax-deductibility of some gifts, depending on membership level. All benefits are subject to change. Under IRS regulations, donors may not use a Donor Advised Fund (DAF), IRA Charitable Rollover, or Private Foundation to make all or any part of a gift for which the donor receives benefits that carry a fair market value. Benefits associated with these gifts must instead be waived. Please consult your financial advisor to determine how these regulations apply to your specific situation.