Support the Arts. Strengthen Our Community.

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In the heart of Western Colorado, a bold dream is taking root: to make professional ballet accessible, inspiring, and enduring—right here at home.

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Colorado West Ballet was founded on the belief that world-class performance shouldn’t be limited to major cities. But turning that vision into reality takes more than talent. It takes time, training, and the dedication of an entire community.

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Behind every performance are thousands of hours of preparation:

• Dancers perfecting their craft through daily technique classes and intensive rehearsals
   

• Volunteers sewing costumes, managing backstage operations, and supporting outreach
   

• Staff working tirelessly to bring performances and programs to audiences across the region
   

And beyond the stage, the impact is deeply rooted in the communities we serve:

• Our dancers aren’t just visiting artists—they live, work, and contribute to the Western Slope
   

• Our performances support local venues, technical crews, designers, and small businesses
   

• Thousands of students experience the power of live ballet through in-school visits and outreach shows
   

• Families from Telluride to Rifle find joy, connection, and inspiration through the arts
   

Ticket sales cover only part of what it takes to bring this vision to life.
As a nonprofit, we rely on the generosity of individuals like you to keep professional ballet thriving across rural Colorado. Your donation helps us keep ticket prices affordable, expand access to underserved communities, and invest in the next generation of dancers.

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As a donor, you become part of this story.
Whether you give once or choose to support us monthly, every contribution matters. You help ensure that the beauty, discipline, and transformative power of ballet continue to belong to the Western Slope.

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Join us. Together, we’re building something extraordinary.