Misty Copeland and OWDF are joining forces to bring "Cinderella" with American Ballet Theatre stars Isabella Boylston and Aran Bell to the historic Palace Theatre stage on March 15, 2024! DONATE BUY PERFORMANCE TICKETS BUY...
We are elated to have an outstanding amount of participants in this year's Cinderella production with Isabella Boylston, James Whiteside, and Misty Copeland!
With a cast of over 270 members from diverse dance education backgrounds and even countries, we have been working hard to give each and every dancer the opportunity to perform in this production. In order to give everyone a role, our Founders have specially choreographed new dances for this production.
That being said, we need your help in gathering funds so that each dancer has everything they need, including costumes. Thus, we ask you to donate whatever amount you can to help each dancer's dream come true.
As OWDF is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, donators are eligible to claim deduction on federal taxes. Donations can be made through our GoFundMe page. All proceeds will go directly to funding this production of Cinderella.
Every little bit counts! If you are unable to donate, we ask you to at least share this charitable cause.
We thank you again for being a part of this journey, and are grateful for each and every one of you that make it possible to share the magic of the arts with the world.
Sincerely,
Open World Dance Foundation
In a groundbreaking production, world-renowned American Ballet Theatre stars, local talent, and performers from around the world will unite in Cinderella for an exclusive Connecticut engagement! With swirling ball gowns, brilliant sets, and world-class dancing, Cinderella tells the story of the beloved fairy tale set to the score by Sergei Prokofiev. Together with the help of Brass City Ballet and other local CT organizations, Cinderella also serves as a community project offering a unique platform for children to showcase their budding artistic prowess.
This show is more than “just a ballet.” Audience members will also enjoy a special pre-show conversation with Misty Copeland, world-renowned ballerina, author, and philanthropist, as well as have the opportunity to win exclusive raffle prizes while supporting the work and talent of aspiring young dancers from across the country.
Although Misty Copeland will not be dancing, audience members have the unique opportunity to discover her backstage personality as she opens the show by speaking her heart onstage. Following Misty Copeland's presentation and live Q&A session, audience members will enjoy the ballet starring American Ballet Theatre stars, Isabella Boylston and James Whiteside.
“I had the privilege of being the first Cinderella to perform in the community production of Cinderella with Open World Dance. This year I'm honored to support and pass on the opportunity to the next generation!” — Misty Copeland
