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Friends Appreciation Concert and Post-Performance Reception

Open Rehearsal

Season Opening Celebration

Behind the Scenes

Intermission Receptions

Preview Party

Post-Performance Reception

In Conversation with...

Home Concert

Director's Dinner
Cal Performances' donors get to know our artists on both sides of the curtain. From open rehearsals to post-performance receptions, supporters at all levels enjoy special opportunities to extend the value of your performance ticket.

2012/13 Calendar of Planned Donor Events


Friends Appreciation Concert and Post-Performance Reception
TBD
Zellerbach Hall
(Donors of $75+)
In appreciation of your support, we offer current members two (2) complimentary tickets to the Friends Appreciation Concert and Post-Performance Reception with an artist from our season. Join us for the concert, and then stay for some dessert and a glass of wine on the Mezzanine.

Open Rehearsal with Hubbard Street Dance Chicago
Sat, Feb 2, 2013
Zellerbach Hall
(Donors of $125+)
Catch this special opportunity with Hubbard Street Dance Chicago to see them rehearse the pieces they will perform during their visit to Cal Performances. Acclaimed for its athletic and innovative performances, Hubbard Street Dance Chicago's brilliant work has established it at the forefront of American modern dance companies. In order to accommodate all of our supporters, this invitation is limited to two people per membership or household

Season Opening Celebration with Mariinsky Ballet & Orchestra
Wed, Oct 10, 2012 immediately following the 8 pm performance
Mezzanine level of Zellerbach Hall
(Donors of $600+)
Toast to the start of Cal Performances' 2012/13 Season with Director Matías Tarnopolsky, fellow supporters, and members of the Mariinsky Ballet & Orchestra. Join us to celebrate the beginning of the season that you helped make possible.

Behind the Scenes with Einstein on the Beach
Sat, Oct 27, 2012
(Donors of $600+)
Hailed as one of the supreme artistic achievements of the 20th century, Einstein on the Beach is recognized as director/designer Robert Wilson's and composer Philip Glass' greatest masterpiece. Join us for this rare opportunity to learn from the production team what it takes to present the first fully staged performances west of the Hudson River.

Donor Intermission Receptions
Select performance dates
Zellerbach Room or Mezzanine
(Donors of $1,200+)
We offer complimentary refreshments to our Producer's Circle members during intermission at select performances. See a complete schedule of receptions planned in 2012/13
here.

Preview Party of the 2013/14 Season
hosted by Cal Performances' Director, Matías Tarnopolsky
Spring 2013
Zellerbach Hall
(Donors of $1,200+)
This exclusive event is your chance to hear about the upcoming season directly from Matías Tarnopolsky. The evening begins with fine wine and hors d'oeuvres on Zellerbach Hall stage. Matias will then lead us through the season's offerings, highlighting the not-to-be-missed performances and offering stories about the rich array of artistic adventures that await you. Following his personal guide to the season, we invite you to join us for a meet and greet where our Ticket Office staff will be on hand to assist you in choosing your preferred seats and placing the first subscription orders of the 2013/14 Season.

Post-Performance Reception with Béjart Ballet Lausanne
Wed, May 15, 2013 immediately following the performance
Zellerbach Hall Mezzanine
(Donors of $1,200+)
Celebrating its 25th anniversary, the famed Switzerland based dance company pays tribute to its legendary founder in two remarkable programs. Join us for a post-performance reception on opening night where we will enjoy fine wine and hors d'oeuvres with members of the Béjart Ballet Lausanne.

In Conversation With...Emanuel Ax
Nov 2012
Private home
(Donors of $2,500+)
Winner of the coveted Avery Fisher Prize, and one of the best-known and most beloved musicians of our time, Emanuel Ax possesses that rare combination of poetic temperament and unsurpassed virtuosity. He captured public attention nearly 40 years ago, when he won the first Arthur Rubinstein International Piano Competition in Tel Aviv, and since then he has built a career characterized by the highest artistic recognition and achievement. Join us for this intimate conversation — you, a small circle of aficionados, and a great performer sharing backstage stories, artistic philosophy, history and process — besides the performance, what could be more exciting?

Home Concert with the Afiara String Quartet
Sat, Mar 16, 2013
Private Home
(Donors of $5,000+)
It is rare to have the opportunity to see a world-class performer in as intimate a space as a private home. But every season, Director's Circle donors comprise a select audience for a private concert by artists including, in recent years, Richard Goode, the Jerusalem String Quartet, Garrick Ohlsson and Jordi Savall.

Director's Dinner with Mark Morris
Sun, Dec 16, 2012, immediately following the 3pm performance in Zellerbach Hall
Alumni House
(Donors of $10,000+)
Each year Cal Performances' Director, Matías Tarnopolsky, hosts an exclusive dinner with a featured artist of the current season, as a memorable expression of thanks to major donors for their leadership support. This is always an extra-special affair and a highlight of the artistic season. At this year's Director's Dinner we welcome Mark Morris, Artistic Director of the Mark Morris Dance Group. You will not want to miss this celebration with the incomparable Mr. Morris, an artist so beloved by Cal Performances' audiences that he needs no introduction. "We greatly value this longstanding partnership which supports my new works and allows us to perform for audiences in Berkeley each year." — Mark Morris

Planned events, dates and details are subject to change, according to artist availability.
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