Gratitude and Generosity Series

iPhoto: Isabelle Grenier

A series of private rehearsals open to groups in precarious situations

With this program we hope to offer human contact to those who have suffered most during the pandemic, by bringing them beauty and gentleness – reflecting as we do the values that made up the DNA of Les Grands Ballets: social justice, diversity and inclusiveness without labeling.

In brief, the series Gratitude and Generosity is intended for all those living through an economically precarious situation, or one of social exclusion, emotional distress or marginalization.

Les Grands Ballets, with the contribution of the National Centre for Dance Therapy (NCDT) and of donators, are inviting these clienteles to attend private performances, free of charge, to enjoy a moment of entertainment, happiness and respite.

20 guests from Les Petits Frères – The Extended Family for Lonely Elders

200 guests from hospitals and CHSLD:

  • Hôpital Général Juif
  • Hôpital Maisonneuve-Rosemont
  • Hôpital du Sacré-Cœur de Montréal
  • Hôpital de la Cité-de-la-Santé
  • Institut de Cardiologie de Montréal
  • Centre gériatrique Donald Berman
  • CIUSSS de l’Ouest-de-l’île-de-Montréal
  • La Maison de la Sérénité
  • Maison des soins palliatifs Teresa-Dellar
  • Résidence St-Dominique La Providence
  • CHSLD St. Andrews

Ivan Cavallari, artistic director, in the company of the troupe’s dancers, will be delighted to perform the role of master of ceremonies for the occasion.

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iPhoto: Isabelle Grenier

This program speaks to the soul, to the heart and to the head, as a means of reducing inequities.

It is intended for the people most affected by the pandemic, including:

  • The refugees and immigrants;
  • The grandparents who for months have had to be satisfied, in the most serious cases, with seeing their loved ones through a window without the comfort of kissing them or holding newborn babies in their arms;
  • The children who, day after day, had to be waved at from far away by its mother or father, isolated for his or her own good;
  • Care workers who have put their own safety and that of their families at risk to tend day and night to the well-being of the elderly;
  • The teaching corps that has constantly had to adapt to ensure the safety of students as well as that of family bubbles – those of the children and their own;
  • The young adults who suffer from autism spectrum disorders and their families, who have lived confined to their apartments, in some cases since March 13 2020;
  • Adults with intellectual disabilities who, from one day to the next, have found themselves without activity or mentorship to stimulate them and keep them from slipping back.
The Program in Action!
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Become a donating partner

By becoming partner or donor, you allows us to give life to our Gratitude and Generosity Series.

Thank you for helping us spread happiness and provide a moment of calm and healing.

All Studio-Théâtre seats will be reserved for the group of your choosing to attend one of the private rehearsals. Every guest will receive a face covering made by Les Grands Ballets’ clothing designers.

Visibility:

  • Logo on the digital displays in the Atrium during the private rehearsals
  • Mention in the press release about this new program
  • Logo on Les Grands Ballets’ Internet site
  • Mention on Les Grands Ballets’ Facebook page
  • Logo on the partner displays at Place des Arts during the 2021-2022 season
  • 2 tickets to enjoy the experience with your guests
  • 2 tickets for a performance of Les Grands Ballets’ 2021-2022 season
  • Tax receipt for the eligible amount
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Your donation makes it possible for:

  • 100 people to attend one of the private rehearsals free of charge

Visibility:

  • Logo on the digital displays in the Atrium during the private rehearsals
  • Logo on Les Grands Ballets’ Internet site
  • Logo on the partner displays at Place des Arts during the 2021-2022 season
  • Tax receipt for the eligible amount
Contact the development department

Your donations allows:

  • 50 people to attend one of the performances free of charge

Visibility:

  • Logo on the digital displays in the Atrium during the private rehearsals
  • Logo on Les Grands Ballets’ Internet site
  • Logo on the partner displays at Place des Arts during the 2021-2022 season
  • Tax receipt for the eligible amount
Contact the development department

Your donation makes it possible:

  • To team up with Les Grands Ballets and invite people in a state of vulnerability to attend one of the performances

Visibility:

  • Mention on the digital displays in the Atrium during the private rehearsals
  • Mention on Les Grands Ballets’ Internet site
  • Tax receipt for the eligible amount
Contact the development department
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Many thanks to our precious partners and donators

Donations of $15,000 and up
Donations of $5,000 and up

Elise Charbonneau

Director, Development, Fundraising and Events

echarbonneau@grandsballets.com

Camille Le Bihan

Senior Project Manager, Fundraising, Sponsorship and Events

clebihan@grandsballets.com

Yannick Frégeau

Coordinator, Events and Volunteers

yfregeau@grandsballets.com

Élise Côté

Administrative Assistant and Donations and Fundraising Coordinator

ecote@grandsballets.com

Alicia Coche

Fundraising and data bases Coordinator

acoche@grandsballets.com
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