Westchester Ballet Company’s Board of Directors and the Gala Host Committee cordially invite you to the its annualspring Benefit Gala, this yearhonoring Elisa Toro Franky, professional dancer, dance educator, and choreographer. The evening includes a ballet performance, cocktail reception, dinner, and silent auction.

Black tie optional 

Tickets available for purchase until June 7‭, ‬2024‭. ‬
Patrons purchasing at the Benefactor level must do so by May 19‭, ‬2024,‭ ‬in order to be included in event advertising‭. ‬All proceeds benefit Westchester Ballet Company‭, ‬a 501‭(‬c‭)(‬3‭)‬nonprofit organization‭. ‬Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law‭.‬

Don’t miss this extraordinary event! Enjoy a spectacular evening that directly supports the arts in our community. Watch a live ballet performance, savor exquisite cuisine and cocktails, bid on fabulous silent auction items—revel in a celebration of old friends and new in one of the most stunning locations in the Hudson Valley. Unable to attend? Please consider making a tax-deductible donation. Click here.

Westchester Ballet Company plays a critical role every year in providing affordable arts access to thousands of people with diverse backgrounds in our community. Help us sustain the mission of this 501(c)(3) nonprofit as we embark on our 75th year in the community. 

GALA HOST COMMITTEE

Lauren Grant, Company Dancer, Mark Morris Dance Group (1996-2020)

Mikiko Ino, President, Director, and Chairperson, Kino Saito
Louie Lanza, President of the Lanza Family Foundation; Founding partner Hudson Realty Investors, Hudson Hospitality Group, and Westchester Agricultural Partners
Kristina Lindbergh, former Board President, Westchester Ballet Company

Wilfredo Morel, Artist; Founder & Executive Director, Arts 10566; Director of Hispanic Health at Hudson River Healthcare, Inc.

Erin O'Keefe, Co-owner, Ice Cream Social

Andrea Ziegelman, Executive and Artistic Director, Accent Dance

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Officers

Amy Harte, President

Margaret Yawman, Vice President

Joann Daniel-Onativia, Treasurer

Mariana Ljuljdjuraj, Secretary

Directors

Nicole Boutmy de Katzmann 

Tamarah Bridgewater
Steve Geiger
Amy Henry

Linda Jamison

Ruthie Kalai
Frances Keane

Renee Laverdiere
Nick Logrea
Jen Magee
Michelina Trustman

All contributions over $175 (per ticket) are tax deductible. 

Purchaser will receive a confirmation email from Zeffy.com. 

Please contact gala@westchesterballet.org with any questions.