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You can still participate in the auction!Luminous, The Turning Pointe Gala
March 14, 2026 | 6:00 - 10:00 pm (VIP Arrival at 5:30 pm) | Robinson Center William Grant Still Ballroom
Drs. Monica Lo & Daniel Sherbet Co-Chairs
Emcee Chris Kane
Honorees
Darrow Jones and Jones & Son Fine Jewelry - Above the Barre Award
Jana Beard - Legacy in Motion Award
Luminous is a dazzling celebration of Ballet Arkansas's legacy-an unforgettable evening of elegance, unity, and luminous artistry. Held at the iconic Robinson Center's William Grant Still Ballroom, this highly anticipated soiree serves as the organization's premier annual fundraiser and one of Little Rock's most exclusive events.
An ode to beauty and light, the evening will envelop guests in a luminous atmosphere of cascading crystals, mirrored reflections, and ethereal draping-brought to life by breathtaking dance performances, decadent cuisine, and exquisite libations.
More than a celebration, Luminous is a vital source of support for Ballet Arkansas's artists, groundbreaking productions, and community initiatives that serve more than 50,000 annually.
Event Details
March 14, 2026 6:00 - 10:00 pm | 5:30 pm VIP Reception (Platinum/Gold/Silver Sponsors/VIP Ticket Holders)
Robinson Center Ballroom, 426 W Markham St, Little Rock, AR 72201
*Black-Tie Optional
Timeline
5:30-6:00 pm VIP Reception with cocktails and hors d'oeuvres
6:00-7:00 pm Check in, Cocktail Hour, Auction Preview, Professional photos
7:00-7:15 pm Find your table!
7:15-7:30 pm Welcome from Hosts & Dinner Begins
7:30-9:00 pm Signature Dance Performance, Honoree Award Presentations, Auction Close & Dessert
9:00-10:00 pm Dancing & Checkout
Tickets, Tables & Sponsorships
Tickets: $250 | $375 VIP | $675 Couple's VIP
Tables: Turning Pointe Table - $2,500 - Standard table for 10
Sponsorships: Silver $3,750 | Gold $5,000 | Platinum $10,000 | Presenting $15,000
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For over 47 years, Ballet Arkansas has enriched the lives of more than half a million Arkansans through its world-class programs and performances. Ranked among the Top 75 Professional Ballet Companies in the USA, Ballet Arkansas connects deeply with communities across the state, offering dynamic programming that unites people from all walks of life to experience the transformative power and beauty of the performing arts. Ballet Arkansas serves over 10,000 K-12 students annually through educational outreach and provides more than 400 students with semi professional performance opportunities. Its affiliated School for Dance also nurtures nearly 200 students each week.
Your support makes all of this possible. Help ensure that Ballet Arkansas continues to thrive as a creative force and a cornerstone of community life in Arkansas, spreading joy to all in the process.
$175000 Goal
$164003
Total Raised
About Ballet Arkansas
Ballet Arkansas traces its origins to the Little Rock Civic Ballet, founded in 1966 by Lorraine and Donald C. Cranford. Incorporated as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in 1978, the organization has, over the course of its 47-year history, touched the lives of more than half a million Arkansans through its performances, education programs, and community engagement initiatives. Today, Ballet Arkansas stands as the only professional ballet company in Little Rock and is widely recognized as the state's premier ballet organization-serving audiences across every region of the Natural State.
Under the visionary leadership of Michael and Catherine Fothergill, Ballet Arkansas has grown into one of the 75 largest ballet companies in the United States, according to the Dance Data Project. The company of 17 world-class dancers presents an annual season of vibrant programming that spans classical masterpieces, landmark works of American dance, and world premieres by some of the field's most innovative choreographers. With a performance and broadcast reach extending to all 50 states and over 60 countries worldwide, Ballet Arkansas engages more than 50,000 audience members each year and serves as a powerful cultural ambassador for the state of Arkansas.
Ballet Arkansas is proud to serve as the official dance presenter of the Robinson Center, Little Rock's most prestigious performing arts venue, and to hold the distinguished designation of Arts Partner Company in Residence at the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. These partnerships amplify the company's capacity to deliver high-caliber, multidisciplinary programming to diverse audiences while deepening its integration within the state's broader cultural ecosystem.
A recognized statewide leader in dance education, Ballet Arkansas is home to a thriving School for Dance that provides exceptional instruction to hundreds of students from diverse backgrounds. Led by a distinguished faculty, the School is complemented by the organization's robust educational outreach initiatives, which engage more than 10,000 K-12 students annually. In addition, over 300 young dancers participate each year in Ballet Arkansas's celebrated Community Cast productions, cultivating meaningful access to the performing arts and nurturing the next generation of artists and arts patrons across Arkansas.
Ballet Arkansas is a founding member of Little Rock's "Creative Corridor" in the heart of downtown. The company's headquarters are located across the street from the Arkansas Repertory Theater at 520 Main St.
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