Celebrating 40 Years of Dance

Please join us as we honor José Mateo’s extraordinary artistic legacy and celebrate the incredible impact José Mateo Ballet Theatre has had on our students, Company dancers and the broader community over the past four decades. The milestone evening is a wonderful opportunity to engage with old and new friends, enjoy an intriguing evening and raise essential funds to sustain and advance our mission and future work.

The celebration will feature staff-attended stations, passed hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, and dessert. Guests will enjoy a special performance program, a live and silent auction, live music and dancing.

Experience the Legacy in Motion Gala, featuring:

  • Live Music by: Concert Pianist, Ekaterina Willewald, Ten Tumbao band
  • Master of Ceremonies, Robert Lewis Jr., Nicholas President and CEO of Boys & Girls Club of Boston
  • Catering by East Meets West

Attire: Festive Cocktail

Tickets & Tables

Purchase your tickets or reserve a table by Friday, April 24, 2026. Capacity is limited.

Benefactors: $10,000 

Patrons: $5,000 

Friends: $2,500 

$250

Tax-deductible contribution $50 per ticket 

Alumni Tickets (under 35): $150

A special late-evening invitation for our School and Company alumni under 35. Arrive at 9:30 PM to dance the night away with fellow alumni and friends, enjoy live music, dessert, and an open bar through midnight.

Tax-deductible contribution $75 per ticket 

PURCHASE OR RESERVE

To purchase offline, write a check payable to Ballet Theatre of Boston and mail to:
400 Harvard Street
Cambridge, MA 02138

Complimentary parking permits are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Auction

Get a head start on the excitement of the Gala by exploring and bidding in our Live & Silent Auction. From unforgettable experiences to one-of-a-kind items, the auction is an enjoyable highlight of the evening and a wonderful way to support José Mateo Ballet Theatre.

The auction will feature a variety of exciting offerings, including:

  • Vacation getaways and unique stays
  • Dining and entertainment packages
  • Arts and cultural experiences
  • Artworks
  • And other unique surprises

Whether you’re looking for a memorable night out, a relaxing escape, or a special item to take home, there will be something for everyone.

Preview of auction items coming soon.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Support the 40th Anniversary Gala as a sponsor and help sustain the artistic, educational and community building mission of José Mateo Ballet Theatre.

Sponsorship opportunities are available at $10,000, $5,000, $2,500 and other levels. Sponsors receive prominent recognition in the event program, other gala materials and announcements for their key role in supporting this milestone celebration. 

Interested in becoming a sponsor?
Please contact Director of Development Shannon Sheridan at ssheridan@ballettheatre.org for more information.

Unable to attend but still want to make an impact?

Your generous support is deeply appreciated and helps ensure the future work of José Mateo Ballet Theatre.

DONATE

Committees

Host Committee(as of 3/1/2026)
Benefactors
Leslie and Howard Appleby
Rick and Gitte Shea

Patrons
Lynne Federman
Erinn King and Frank Massabni
Prof. John Howard Mansfield
Rohan, Deana and Leila Martin-Dixon
Makeeba McCreary
Jason Weeks

Friends
Annie Mock and Chris Chan
Alice and Phil Hayen
Vicky and Tom Keiser
John and Consuelo Isaacson
Oswald Mondejar
Elaine Shannon

Event Committee
Meredith Caruso, Co-Chair
Roberta Chicos, Co-Chair
Brian Corr
Dawn Curtis
Elizabeth Fischer
Natalie Ferris
Bettina Indaco

Auction Subcommittee
Brian Corr, Co-Chair
Lynne Federman, Co-Chair