Joining us at our annual gala and other fundraising events helps us bring ambitious productions to life, bringing our community together to share something incredible.
Upcoming Events
Tickets are now on sale for our fundraiser performance, OBT Encore!
Sunday, June 14, 2026 2:00PM
Location
Reser Center for the Arts
Description
One show only: looking back, giving forward
Join us for an exclusive performance and reception to celebrate the retirement of OBT Principal Dancer Brian Simcoe.
This one-time-only event will feature highlights from OBT’s 2025/26 and 2024/25 seasons as well as a curated selection from OBT by Design.
The evening concludes with La Valse, a pas de deux Brian Simcoe has requested as his final performance that was created for OBT in 2005 by the celebrated choreographer Yuri Possokhov.
Your ticket purchase also includes an invitation to celebratory pre and post show receptions.
Proceeds from OBT Encore support OBT’s educational programming.
Your Attendance Matters
Building Belonging Through Ballet
While every OBT event creates lasting memories for the guests who attend, it also paves the way for the future of art in Oregon. With support from people like you, we’re making an impact beyond the stage, inspiring something powerful in performers and patrons alike.
To many, ballet is a luxury, but you’re helping Oregon Ballet Theatre make it a shared cultural experience for everyone. The funds we raise at our events don’t just help us support our dancers and teachers, but also our community. From keeping our ticket prices accessible to supporting our teachers who travel to share the power of dance in schools, every ounce of support you give makes a difference.
Our Mission
More than an award-winning dance school with renowned programs, Oregon Ballet Theatre is a pillar of the Oregon community. We bring the magic of movement to people of all ages, uniting neighbors through shared experiences.
Beyond performances, we support children and adults through inclusive programs that inspire creativity and teach people to use their bodies in new ways. From giving children creative outlets in school to refining aspiring professionals’ techniques, we support everyone, meeting them wherever they are.
By removing physical and cultural barriers, OBT welcomes everyone to enjoy the world of ballet. We build bridges between people, neighborhoods, and generations, to bring dance with more meaning to more people.
The Ripple Effect of Art
Art reflects who we are and who we want to become, and a vibrant arts scene is the heartbeat of a strong community. A performance isn’t just something to enjoy—it cultivates empathy, sparks dialogue, and celebrates shared humanity.
Ballet offers something rare, uniting people from all walks of life to speak the same language. When you support OBT, you invest in Oregon’s future. You’re helping us help young artists grow into leaders and make every performance a powerful act of inclusion and inspiration.
Be Part of the Magic
Photo Credits:
OBT 2025 Gala | Photo by Tom Cook; OBT Dancers | Photo by James McGrew; OBT Dancers | Photo by Jingzi Zhao; Eva Burton, Jessica Lind, and Carly Wheaton | Photo by Christopher Peddecord; Charlotte Nash | Photo by Blaine Truitt Covert; OBT School students | Photo by Yi Yin
Video Credits:
Eva Burton, Hannah Davis, Lauren Flower, Leigh Goldberger, Nicholas Kosanovich-Ware, Ruth Langill, Isaac Lee, Ruby Mae Lefebvre, Zuzu Metzler, Charlotte Nash, Juliette Ochoa, Cyrus Shaskan, Bailey Shaw | Video by Matthew Tomac
