The Juilliard Ovation Society provides individuals who are passionate about the performing arts - and committed to their future - with opportunities to learn first hand about the development of Juilliard's actors, dancers, and musicians. Ovation Society contributions provide support for all of the artistic and educational activities of The Juilliard School, including student financial aid, faculty advancement, academic programs, community outreach, public performance, and new commissions.
Ovation Society members are invited to a series of exclusive behind-the-scenes events, including season opening celebrations, performance previews, lectures and discussions.
This stimulating mix of jazz, theater, dance, opera, and classical music presentations provides members the opportunity to observe Juilliard students working with celebrated leaders in their fields and to meet and mingle with guest artists, faculty, students, and friends. Other V.I.P. privileges include invitations to exclusive master classes and a personalized telephone ticketing service, offering access to prime seating for all Juilliard performances.
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Click below to read more about the special benefits members receive:
Prime seating at all Juilliard performances and other special presentations.
Invitations for two to exclusive, behind-the-scenes Ovation Society events, including season opening celebrations, performance previews, lectures and discussions.
Invitations to master classes at Juilliard not open to the general public. Master classes have been presented by such renowned performers as Barbara Cook, Yo-Yo Ma, Wynton Marsalis, Luciano Pavarotti, and Leontyne Price.
Access to a full array of Patrons' Desk privileges, including personalized ticket service by telephone with no service charge; booking services for securing Juilliard students to perform at private parties in your home; and assistance with parking and other arrangements when attending performances at Juilliard.
Subscription to the monthly Calendar of Events and The Juilliard Journal.
Accolade Circle
- $2,500
Members receive all the Applause Circle privileges, plus:
Invitations for two to private artist receptions following the Alice Tully Vocal Arts Debut Recital, the William Petschek Piano Debut Award Recital, and the Daniel Saidenberg Faculty Recitals.
25 percent discount on classes offered by Juilliard's Evening
Division.
Encore Circle
- $5,000
Members receive all of the Accolade Circle privileges, plus:
A performance by a Juilliard student or small chamber ensemble at a private party in your home.
Invitations for two to private receptions with internationally renowned artists following master classes. Master classes have been presented by such renowned performers as Barbara Cook, Yo-Yo Ma, Wynton Marsalis, Luciano Pavarotti, and Leontyne Price.
An invitation to a rehearsal or coaching with the Juilliard String Quartet.
A score, recording or program autographed by a resident ensemble or faculty member.
Bravissimo Circle
- $10,000
Members receive all of the Encore Circle privileges, plus:
A plaque inscribed according to your wishes and affixed to a seat in the Juilliard Theater.
An invitation to Juilliard's Commencement ceremonies and luncheon honoring the distinguished recipients of honorary doctorates.
A private dinner in the President's Office overlooking Lincoln Center.
