The Ballet Ball

 The annual Ballet Ball is our most important fundraising event each year, supporting the artistry of Milwaukee’s world-class ballet and our outstanding education and community engagement initiatives. Known as one of the best parties in town, it truly is a “party with a purpose”, raising much-needed funds to sustain our mission of delivering inspiring performances, community engagement, education, and training.

You know the story. Cinderella, the Prince, a fairytale Ball. 
Now find out what happens...
After the Clock Strikes Ballet Ball banner

The Milwaukee Ballet Board of Directors invite you to the 2024 Ballet Ball.

Saturday, April 13, 2024  |  6:30 PM

THE GRAIN EXCHANGE
225 East Michigan Street
Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Slip on your dancing shoes and prepare to boogie down! This year's disco Ballet Ball features performances by Milwaukee Ballet dancers, delectable cuisine by Bartolotta Catering, a dynamite live appeal and auction, and the grooviest dance floor in town!

ATTENDING THE EVENT? 
Click the link below for up-to-date event information!
a male dancer holding a female dancer on his hip, while spinning in a circle

Sponsorships and Tickets

Table Sponsorships

All sponsorship levels will receive recognition on event emails, signage, and website.

  • Presenting Sponsor  |  $15,000
    Includes table for up to 10 guests with a prime location near the dance floor.
  • Event Sponsor  |  $10,000
    Includes table for up to 10 guests
  • Table Sponsor  |  $5,000
    Includes table for up to 8 guests

2024 Ball Sponsorships are now sold out!

Other Sponsorship Opportunities

If a sponsored table isn’t for you, consider an alternative sponsorship available from $1,000-$2,500 or in-kind support. 

Use the “Reserve Now” link below or email development@milwaukeeballet.org to inquire about opportunities and availability.

Individual Tickets

Individual event tickets are available for $400 per person.
$250/ticket is tax deductible.

Limited tickets remain. Please email us at development@milwaukeeballet.org to inquire.

Event Details

  •  6:30 PM  |  Get the Party Started
    Doors open for check-in and registration at 6:15 PM
    Information on available self-parking lot will be provided
    The ballroom doors will open at 6:30 PM

  • 7:30 PM Dinner & Program
    Opening performances by Milwaukee Ballet Company and Welcome
    Dinner by Bartolotta's Catering
    Presentation and live appeal
  • 9:00 PM Boogie with Milwaukee Ballet
    No formal training required to hit the dance floor!

What to Wear

While The Ballet Ball is traditionally a formal event, we invite you to showcase your creativity and personality by embracing this year’s theme: After The Clock Strikes [Disco!].  Click below for some inspiration and ideas

Dancers performing in blue leotards and black bottoms, with the stage lit by a red light

Thank you 2024 Ball Sponsors!

list of sponsorships for the ball

The Ball: Looking Back

If you’ve joined us in the past, enjoy a short dance down memory lane. If you’re new to the Ballet Ball, take a peek at the dancing, the extravaganza, the spectacle that may be in store for your first experience at The Ball.

2023 | WOW! The Ball

Saturday, February 18, 2023

  • The Italian Community Center
  • Chaired by Cheryl & Stuart Carron
two male guests in formal attire smiling under pink lights
Guests and dancers dancing together at the ball
guests take on the dance floor with stage lights behind them
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two dancers performing at Wow The Ball
two dancers performing at Wow The Ball
A room full of tables and guests with pink purple lighting covering the walls and ceiling

2020 | Beautiful, A Masquerade

Saturday, February 29, 2020

  • The Italian Community Center
  • Co-Chaired by Lori & William Bonifas and Laurie & Byron Vielehr
masquerade logo
Donald and Donna Baumgartner entering the ball in Masquarade attire
Lizzie Tripp being held up to make it look like she is floating, while wearing a flowy yellow dress
Michael Pink stands in between two people wearing Michael Pink masks
four guests pose for a photo in formal attire
Michael Pink stands in between two people wearing Michael Pink masks
seven people pose in masks and purple lighting in the back

2019 | Raise The Roof!

Saturday, March 2, 2019

  • The Italian Community Center
  • Co-Chaired by Louise & Alexander Kempe and Mary & George Poorman
raise the roof logo
A couple smiling in formal attire, in front of a graffiti wall backdrop
Michael pink greeting guests at Raise The Roof - The Ball 2019
3 people working behind a DJ Booth
students perform while in wheel chairs and wearing red tutus
Dancers perform under dim lights with yellow spotlights
a male dancer holding a female dancer on his hip, while spinning in a circle

2018 | Unleashed

Saturday, February 24, 2018

  • The Pfister Hotel
  • Co-Chaired by Sarah & Steve Zimmerman and Peggy Mead & Mike Jones
  • Celebrating the World Premiere of Michael Pink’s Beauty & The Beast
unleashed logo
a male dancer lifting a female dancer over his head, while she holds a side plank
three dancers pose, while performing at Unleashed, in gold and blue outfits
dancers performing in all black costumes
two guests smile for a picture, in animal print formal attire
turkey leg and fresh radishes on a plate with rose petals around it
dancers jumping in all black costumes

2017 | Absolutely Fabulous

Saturday, February 25, 2017

  • The Pfister Hotel
  • Co-Chaired by Sarah & Peter Damsgaard and Margaret & Michael DeMichele
absolutely fabulous logo
dancer strikes a pose on the dance floor
company dancers performing at absolutely fabulous ball
man performs in a spinning giant hoop
Dancer poses during a performance, in a hip hop trendy outfit
two guests smile and pose with their shades
company dancers performing at absolutely fabulous ball

2016 | Magical Mystery Ball

Saturday, February 27, 2016

  • The Pfister Hotel
  • Co-Chaired by Griselda Aldrete, Eileen Force Cahill, Raquel Filmanowicz, Molly McDonald Schweiger
Magical Mystery Ball 2016
Dancers pose in their disco inspired costumes

2015 | Bacchanal

Saturday, February 15, 2015

  • The Pfister Hotel
  • Co-Chaired by Andy Nunemaker, Gail Lione, Barry Grossman, Katie Heil, Shontra Powell, Andrew Powell
Milwaukee Ballet Togas for Tutus Bachanal - The Ball 2015
Dancers perform in costumes inspired by greek togas
Dancers perform in costumes inspired by greek togas
three guests smile and pose for a picture in their greek inspired attire

2014 | Mirror Mirror

Saturday, February 25, 2014

  • The Intercontinental Hotel
  • Co-Chaired by Judson & Jessica Snyder
  • In celebration of the World Premiere of Michael Pink’s Mirror Mirror
Mirror Mirror - The Ball 2014
Four guests pose for a photo in formal attire
a giant sign reads Milwaukee Ballet Company
Green and purple nature decor at Mirror Mirror - The Ball 2013
a man lifting a woman above his head, while performing under purple and green lights
a couple performing at the ball

2013 | Glam Rock

Saturday, February 23, 2013

  • The Pfister Hotel
  • Co-Chaired by Susanna & Justin Mortara
Glam Rock - The Ball 2013
Barry Molina jumping in the air while wearing a red, rock and roll, costume
a couple poses in their rock and roll inspired attire
Company dancers take the stage in long white ballet tutus, at the ball
guests enjoy dinner at The Ball, in black attire with pink feather boas
men dancers jump into the air

2012 | Apocalypto

Saturday, February 25, 2012

  • The Hilton Milwaukee
  • Co-Chaired by Sarah & Jim McCabe
Apocalyptic- The Ball 2012: February 25th
Michael Pink poses with two guests at the ball in 2012
two people perform at the ball in native american inspired outfits
company dancers perform at the ball in white costumes
a couple smiles and poses for a photo in formal attire
company dancers perform at the ball in white costumes

2011 | Prom

Saturday, February 26, 2011

  • The Pfister Hotel
  • Co-Chaired by Wade Weissmann & Scott McBride
Prom- The Ball 2011
Two dancers take the dance floor
eight guests posing and smiling for a photo in 2011
four guests smiling and posing for a photo, while wearing formal attire
guests enjoying the ball in their formal attire
people playing the drums while dressed in marching band outfits
dancers perform at the ball, while wearing red cheerleading outfits

2010 | Pandemonium

Saturday, April 17, 2010

  • The Grain Exchange
  • Co-Chaired by Mike Jones and Patti Hutter
Pandemonium- The Ball 2010
Four dancers performing at the 2010 ball in fun outfits
The neon lights and a dancing crowd at the ball in 2010
four guests enjoying a conga line
The neon lights and a dancing crowd at the ball in 2010
two dancers performing while playing with a feather boa

2009 | Dance Like No One Is Watching

Saturday, February 28, 2009

  • The Intercontinental Hotel
  • Co-Chaired by Amy Schmidt Jones & Andrew Jones
Dance like no one is watching- The Ball 2009
a couple guests enjoying the ball
a couple guests enjoying the ball
Company dancers opening the 2009 ball
guests enjoying the ball in 2009
two dancers performing during the ball
a group of dancers smiling with neon green wigs on

2008 | Bada Bing Bada Ball

Saturday, January 26, 2008

  • The Pfister Hotel
  • Co-Chaired by Kathy & Randy Crocker and Jayne Pink
Bada Bing Bada Ball- The Ball 2008
guests enjoying the ball in 2008
guests enjoying the ball in 2008
dancers at the ball in 2008
a couple enjoying the dance floor at the ball in 2008
guests enjoying the ball in 2008
dancers at the ball in 2008

2007 | One Mad Hot Dance Party

Saturday, February 3, 2007

  • The Pfister Hotel
  • Co-Chaired by Katie Heil and Kathy & Randy Crocker
One Mad Hot Dance Party- The Ball
dancers performing at the ball in 2007
Fire dancer performing
guests enjoying the ball in 2007

2005 | Dracula The Ball

Saturday, October 15, 2005

  • The Milwaukee Theatre
  • Co-Chaired by Chuck Hardinger, Linda Neff, Katie Heil, Peter Mahler and Ellen Purtell
Dracula- The Ball logo
Ball guests dancing to Thriller
Guests enjoying the ball in 2005
Guests enjoying the ball in 2005

2004 | Rio

Saturday, February 28, 2004

  • The Wisconsin Club
  • Co-Chaired by Patti Brose, Katie Heil, Linda Neff, Chuck Hardinger, Peter Mahler and Mark Ziskind

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