Become a Friend
Peek backstage
Ballet is more than just dance. It’s escapism. A life-transforming experience that adds beauty to everything it touches. Sharing the power of ballet is something we care deeply about. And to do that, we need your help.
As a Friend of Scottish Ballet, you’ll help support everything we do – from our performances to our engagement programmes. In return, you’ll get closer to the action than you ever thought possible.
What happens behind the scenes? You’re about to find out.
Become a Friend by choosing an option below, or contact Olivia Calder on friends@scottishballet.co.uk or 0141 331 2931.
Free Friend
Become a Free Friend and peek backstage
Would you like to be part of the community, and know what goes on behind the scenes?
Become a Free Friend and enjoy:
- Dedicated emails, based on your interests, keeping you in the loop with our latest films, tours, classes, news and offers
- Exclusive online and in-theatre events, bringing you closer to our screen and stage performances*
- Exclusive access to book our popular online and in-person ballet classes, catering for all abilities and taught by professionals*
- Exclusive articles about life at Scottish Ballet
- 10% discount on merchandise from our online shop for your birthday
*There are generally charges for events and classes
To be part of our membership community, we need you to opt-in to receive news and offers from us via email.
Silver Friend
Become a Silver Friend and step into the studio
Want to be close enough to see the sequins and the sweat? Our Silver Friend membership is your invitation to step inside Scottish Ballet and be part of our inner circle.
For just £5 a month (£60 a year), you’ll have all our Free Friend level benefits, plus:
- Enhanced in-person events at your local theatre, including the chance to get to know our dancers, and meet the teams who make us performance ready
- Watch dancers in rehearsal at SB’s home in Glasgow
- Be first in line – you’ll get priority booking for all our events, classes and performances, so you’ll never miss out and you can snap up your favourite seats
- Receive a copy of Backstage, our company magazine, delivered to your door twice a year
Gold Friend
Become a Gold Friend and share the spotlight
You make the difference, so let us put you centre stage. By supporting Scotland’s national dance company, you enable our dancers and choreographers to shine, so you’ll be part of the family.
For £20 a month (£250 a year), enjoy all Free and Silver Friend level benefits, plus:
- Be our guest at your local theatre every winter. Make the most of our personalised booking service and join our dancers and staff over complimentary drinks before curtain-up and during the interval
- Join us at intimate online and in-theatre events, including our magical onstage winter event. Stand on stage with us before the performance and feel the heat of the lights!
- Book complimentary tickets for online events
- Choose one souvenir programme per year to be delivered to your door annually
Young Friends
Become a Young Friend and begin a ballet journey
Would you like to know what life is like as a professional ballet dancer? Then Young Friends is for you. Especially for under 16s, begin your ballet journey with us and who knows where it could take you.
For just £2 a month (£24 a year), enjoy all Free and Silver Friend level benefits, plus:
- Exclusive content from our Young Friend Ambassadors – two Scottish Ballet dancers who dance with you in mind
- A very special video message from a dancer on your birthday
- A tour poster signed by company dancers – one to add to your wall!
- A collectable pin badge for your (ballet/school) bag or jacket – wear it with pride
Friends FAQs
Want to know more about being a Friend? Check our Frequently Asked Questions for further information.
Upcoming Friends Events
Friends of Scottish Ballet have access to opportunities and events that enhance their experience of Scotland’s national dance company.
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Leave a gift in your Will
Leaving a gift in your Will to the Scottish Ballet Endowment Fund helps to build a resilient, dynamic future for the company.
