Bolender Society in Kansas City

Welcome to The Bolender Society!

Named for the beloved former Artistic Director Todd Bolender, who transformed Kansas City Ballet with his artistry and vision, The Bolender Society is Kansas City Ballet’s premiere philanthropic group. Members generously make a monthly gift of $200 or an annual gift of $2,500 or more. Learn more about the Kansas City Ballet and the world of dance through lectures by guest artists, excursions to dance events and special social gatherings to meet the dancers.

Meet Todd Bolender

The Bolender Society Benefits

- Pre-Performance and Intermission Reception Suite for subscription performances
- Invitation to Bolender Society Events
- Invitation to Open Rehearsal
- Complimentary Dance Speaks Series
- Backstage Tours upon request
- Pre-Sale Ticket Access
- Priority Access to upgrade Subscription Tickets
- Exclusive eNews
- Recognition Listing
The Bolender Society benefits are fully tax deductible and considered to be insubstantial goods and services according to IRS Publication 1771.
Includes Bronze Level benefits, plus
- Invitation to Insights: Exclusive Guest Artist Event (Silver Level only)
- Invitation to Annual State of the Ballet Luncheon
- Complimentary Garage Parking at Kauffman Center
The Bolender Society benefits are fully tax deductible and considered to be insubstantial goods and services according to IRS Publication 1771.
Includes Bronze Level and Silver Level benefits, plus
- Invitation to Dinner and Dress Rehearsal with Artistic Director Devon Carney (Gold Level only)
- Invitations to Opening Night Post Parties
The Bolender Society benefits are fully tax deductible and considered to be insubstantial goods and services according to IRS Publication 1771.
Includes Bronze, Silver and Gold Level benefits, plus
- Complimentary Valet Parking at Kauffman Center
The Bolender Society benefits are fully tax deductible and considered to be insubstantial goods and services according to IRS Publication 1771.