Volunteer

Your Contribution

Join State Street Ballet as a volunteer for a few hours per month, or as many hours as your schedule allows, and participate in a variety of activities including planning special events. Tasks include: serving wine and appetizers, greeting guests and patrons, helping in the office, providing studio tours, helping in the Wardrobe Department, hosting guest artists, and many other opportunities. Contact us for more information about volunteering.

Volunteer Benefits

  • Gain a behind-the-scenes view of State Street Ballet's creative process, operations, and performances

  • Unique community engagement opportunity for corporate volunteer groups and students

Get in Touch

If you want to volunteer with State Street Ballet, please contact us via the form below.

Volunteer Opportunities

  • Artist Hosts

    Welcome and assist our guest artists during their stay in Santa Barbara. Provide transportation, answer questions, and offer general support.

  • Production Parties

    Assist with our production parties by helping with food and beverage arrangements, setup, and cleanup.

  • Office Support

    Aid our office with special mailings, postcard distribution, poster hanging, and other tasks as needed.

  • Gala Committee

    Help us plan and execute our annual gala event. Your support with auction items, food and beverage donations, decorations, and invitations is crucial.

State Street Ballet 30th Anniversary Gala

We celebrated our 30th Anniversary Season in style at our gala on September 28, 2024 at the Music Academy of the West.

The Nutcracker

Accompanied by the Opera San Luis Obispo Grand Orchestra, State Street Ballet’s Nutcracker is a holiday classic. Join us for an unforgettable weekend of performances to celebrate the magic of the season.

Our Dancers

Your support allows us to bring the beauty of dance to a wide audience, making the arts accessible to all, building connectivity, and inspiring generations to come. Our dancers are key to bringing that beauty to life.

Be Part of the Magic: Give Today!

Join State Street Ballet in making life extraordinary. Your contribution supports our talented artists and innovative programming. Make a difference through dance.