The beauty of ballet is you can simply feel it. That’s why, at English National Ballet, we create moving, meaningful experiences – on stage and beyond – that open up the possibilities of dance for everyone, everywhere.
We can’t do this alone; it takes a community of generous ballet enthusiasts, innovative businesses and philanthropic institutions.
To continue creating work that matters, we need your help. There are lots of ways to support us – from one-off donations to corporate partnerships, leaving a gift in your will, or becoming a Friend or Patron.
With your support, we can celebrate the classics and create the new. With your support, we can nurture the artists who make it all possible. And with your support, more people can experience the joy of ballet – from local children to people living with Parkinson’s or dementia all over the country.
Have a look around and find out how you can get involved.
Ways to support us
Let’s be Friends
Sign up as a Friend of English National Ballet and get closer to the magic.
Become a Patron
Come behind the scenes and immerse yourself in the beauty of ballet.
Connect your business
Together, we can create a partnership that performs for your business.
Leave a legacy
Remember English National Ballet in your will and let your love for ballet live on.
Pointe shoe appeal
Did you know that a Principal dancer can go through as many as three pairs of pointe shoes in a single performance?
Young Leaders Collective
Step into the next chapter of ballet.
FAQ's
We have two starting levels of membership, Friends which is £60 per year and Great Friends which is £120 per year. By joining as a member of ENB, you’ll be the first to hear our news and updates and enjoy benefits such as priority booking, discounts, and the opportunity to join us for stage rehearsals. You can learn more about the benefits or sign-up here: Let’s be Friends – English National Ballet.
Patrons of ENB, as valued members of the Company, enjoy a range of exceptional experiences, and a personal service that brings you closer to our work and the people that make it. Our patronage starts from £1,200 per year and you can learn more about the benefits here: Become a Patron – English National Ballet or contact a member of the Development Team via support@ballet.org.uk.
To sign up as a Friend, Patron or Young Leader Collective Member with Direct Debit, select your chosen membership, fill in the form, then select “Direct Debit” in the “Payment” section.
You will be prompted to add your card details on GoCardless. Once you’ve added your details, click on “submit” in the form. You will receive a payment receipt.
A gift of any size can make a huge impact to our work. Should you decided to leave a gift in your will to ENB you will become a valued member of our Markova Dolin Circle. As part of this circle of likeminded individuals, you will have access to special benefits that bring you closer to the organisation. If you would be interested in learning more, please contact our Legacy Team via legacy@ballet.org.uk.
The Young Leaders Collective (YLC) is one of our supporter scheme for individuals aged between 30-55 years old. YLC members receive tickets to dedicated performances with private YLC receptions, as well as invitations to exclusive gatherings and special events, giving members the opportunity to connect with a circle of inspiring peers, all while leading the charge for the future of ballet. If you are interested in learning more about the group, please be in touch with a member of the Development Team via support@ballet.org.uk.
Members’ priority booking, ticket discount codes and members events are announced via email communications. If you have not been able to receive our emails, please be in touch with a member of the Development Team via support@ballet.org.uk.
Every donation big or small, helps us dream bigger, dance bolder, and reach even more people. If you would like to make an unrestricted donation, you may do so online or via Paypal here: Donate – English National Ballet
We also have an ongoing Pointe Shoe Appeal to help keep our dancers on their toes. You can learn more about the appeal and donate here: Pointe shoe appeal – English National Ballet
We have a partnership with a US 501(c)(3) non-profit organisation, Myriad USA, which enables our US-based supporters to make tax efficient gifts to English National Ballet. Any US-based supporter can make a gift online. Donations can be made online via English National Ballet | Every.org.
