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The Ellensburg Dance Ensemble is thrilled to present our 2024 production of The Nutcracker & the Battle for the Key, a new twist on the holiday classic that brings joy and magic to our community. This year, we invite you to be a part of this beloved tradition by contributing to our fundraising campaign. Your generous donation will help cover the essential costs that bring this enchanting production to life.<h3>Where Your Donations Go:</h3><ol><li style="box-sizing:inherit">Costumes –  Every character, from the Sugar Plum Fairy to the mischievous Mouse Queen, wears beautifully crafted costumes that transport the audience into the magical world of The Nutcracker. Your donation will ensure that our dancers shine in attire that matches the splendor of their performance.</li><li style="box-sizing:inherit">Set Pieces & Props –  The grandeur of The Nutcracker is brought to life through elaborate set pieces and props that create a magical atmosphere. From the towering Christmas tree to the toy soldiers, your support helps create the unforgettable scenes that make this show a holiday favorite.</li><li style="box-sizing:inherit">Backdrops – The backdrops set the stage for each act, painting the scenes of Clara’s living room, the Land of Snow, and the Kingdom of Sweets. Your contribution will help us produce stunning visual backdrops that enhance the story's immersive experience.</li><li style="box-sizing:inherit">Choreographer Fees –  Our choreographers work tirelessly to bring the choreography to life, ensuring that each movement tells a part of the story. Donations help compensate these artists for their creative vision and dedication.</li><li style="box-sizing:inherit">Orchestra Fees –  The music of The Nutcracker is as iconic as the dance itself. Supporting the CWU orchestra ensures that the live performance of Tchaikovsky’s score resonates through the theater, adding depth and emotion to every scene.</li></ol><h3>Why Your Support Matters:</h3>The Nutcracker & The Battle for the Key is more than just a performance; it's a cherished tradition that unites our community. Each year, families gather to experience the wonder and joy of this classic ballet, creating lasting memories. By contributing to our $10,000 goal, you play a vital role in keeping this tradition alive and accessible to all. Donate Today Your donation, big or small, makes a difference. Together, we can ensure that The Nutcracker & the Battle for the Key 2024 is the most magical yet. Support the arts in Ellensburg and help us bring this beautiful story to life. Sponsorship Levels and Benefits: <p style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:&quot;YAEw10H5958 0&quot;, _fb_, auto;--cyV3ZQ:18.0081px;--gJPlXQ:1.3;letter-spacing:0.042em;text-transform:none;line-height:23px;width:100%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;box-sizing:inherit">Rehearsal Sponsor ($50 - $99)<ul><li style="box-sizing:inherit">Acknowledgement in The Nutcracker Program</li><li style="box-sizing:inherit">Acknowledgment in annual report on EDE’s Website & Social Media.</li></ul><p style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:&quot;YAEw10H5958 0&quot;, _fb_, auto;--cyV3ZQ:18.0081px;--gJPlXQ:1.3;letter-spacing:0.042em;text-transform:none;line-height:23px;width:100%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;box-sizing:inherit">Backstage Sponsor ($100 - $249)<ul><li style="box-sizing:inherit">Company or Individual Name listed on website Sponsor page and in performance programs for shows.</li><li style="box-sizing:inherit">Two complimentary tickets to a performance of The Nutcracker</li></ul><p style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:&quot;YAEw10H5958 0&quot;, _fb_, auto;--cyV3ZQ:18.0081px;--gJPlXQ:1.3;letter-spacing:0.042em;text-transform:none;line-height:23px;width:100%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;box-sizing:inherit">Props Sponsor ($250 - $499)<ul><li style="box-sizing:inherit">Company or Individual Name featured on website, & Nutcracker social media.</li><li style="box-sizing:inherit">Four complimentary tickets to a performance of The Nutcracker</li></ul><p style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:&quot;YAEw10H5958 0&quot;, _fb_, auto;--cyV3ZQ:18.0081px;--gJPlXQ:1.3;letter-spacing:0.042em;text-transform:none;line-height:23px;width:100%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;box-sizing:inherit">Stage Sponsor ($500 - $999)<ul><li style="box-sizing:inherit">Company or Individual Name AND logo or photo of choice featured on EDE Sponsor page, and printed event material including show programs for Nutcracker & Spring Show.</li><li style="box-sizing:inherit">Six complimentary tickets to a performance of The Nutcracker</li></ul><p style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:&quot;YAEw10H5958 0&quot;, _fb_, auto;--cyV3ZQ:18.0081px;--gJPlXQ:1.3;letter-spacing:0.042em;text-transform:none;line-height:23px;width:100%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;box-sizing:inherit">Costume Sponsor ($1,000 - $2,999)<ul><li style="box-sizing:inherit">Logo, descriptive text, & link to website featured on all event materials for BOTH Spring Show & The Nutcracker as well as banner or other materials available at shows and at The Studio by EDE.</li><li style="box-sizing:inherit">Recognition as a major sponsor in all promotional materials</li><li style="box-sizing:inherit">Ten complimentary tickets to a performance of The Nutcracker</li></ul><p style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:&quot;YAEw10H5958 0&quot;, _fb_, auto;--cyV3ZQ:18.0081px;--gJPlXQ:1.3;letter-spacing:0.042em;text-transform:none;line-height:23px;width:100%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;box-sizing:inherit">Mainstage Sponsor ($3,000 - $5,000)<ul><li style="box-sizing:inherit">Benefits include Costume Sponsor plus:</li><li style="box-sizing:inherit">Recognition as a season performance sponsor in EDE email newsletters (mailing list of 3,000)</li><li style="box-sizing:inherit">Links to website and social media accounts on EDE website</li><li style="box-sizing:inherit">Sponsor recognition in The Studio by EDE (both locations at 307 N Main and 118 East 8th)</li><li style="box-sizing:inherit">Twenty complimentary tickets to a performance of The Nutcracker and twenty tickets to the Spring Show</li></ul><h3> </h3>

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The Ellensburg Dance Ensemble is thrilled to present our 2024 production of The Nutcracker &amp; the Battle for the Key, a new twist on the holiday classic that brings joy and magic to our community. This year, we invite you to be a part of this beloved tradition by contributing to our fundraising campaign. Your generous donation will help cover the essential costs that bring this enchanting production to life.Where Your Donations Go:<ol><li>Costumes –  Every character, from the Sugar Plum Fairy to the mischievous Mouse Queen, wears beautifully crafted costumes that transport the audience into the magical world of The Nutcracker. Your donation will ensure that our dancers shine in attire that matches the splendor of their performance.</li><li>Set Pieces &amp; Props –  The grandeur of The Nutcracker is brought to life through elaborate set pieces and props that create a magical atmosphere. From the towering Christmas tree to the toy soldiers, your support helps create the unforgettable scenes that make this show a holiday favorite.</li><li>Backdrops – The backdrops set the stage for each act, painting the scenes of Clara’s living room, the Land of Snow, and the Kingdom of Sweets. Your contribution will help us produce stunning visual backdrops that enhance the story's immersive experience.</li><li>Choreographer Fees –  Our choreographers work tirelessly to bring the choreography to life, ensuring that each movement tells a part of the story. Donations help compensate these artists for their creative vision and dedication.</li><li>Orchestra Fees –  The music of The Nutcracker is as iconic as the dance itself. Supporting the CWU orchestra ensures that the live performance of Tchaikovsky’s score resonates through the theater, adding depth and emotion to every scene.</li></ol>Why Your Support Matters:The Nutcracker &amp; The Battle for the Key is more than just a performance; it's a cherished tradition that unites our community. Each year, families gather to experience the wonder and joy of this classic ballet, creating lasting memories. By contributing to our $10,000 goal, you play a vital role in keeping this tradition alive and accessible to all. Donate Today Your donation, big or small, makes a difference. Together, we can ensure that The Nutcracker &amp; the Battle for the Key 2024 is the most magical yet. Support the arts in Ellensburg and help us bring this beautiful story to life. Sponsorship Levels and Benefits: Rehearsal Sponsor ($50 - $99)<ul><li>Acknowledgement in The Nutcracker Program</li><li>Acknowledgment in annual report on EDE’s Website &amp; Social Media.</li></ul>Backstage Sponsor ($100 - $249)<ul><li>Company or Individual Name listed on website Sponsor page and in performance programs for shows.</li><li>Two complimentary tickets to a performance of The Nutcracker</li></ul>Props Sponsor ($250 - $499)<ul><li>Company or Individual Name featured on website, &amp; Nutcracker social media.</li><li>Four complimentary tickets to a performance of The Nutcracker</li></ul>Stage Sponsor ($500 - $999)<ul><li>Company or Individual Name AND logo or photo of choice featured on EDE Sponsor page, and printed event material including show programs for Nutcracker &amp; Spring Show.</li><li>Six complimentary tickets to a performance of The Nutcracker</li></ul>Costume Sponsor ($1,000 - $2,999)<ul><li>Logo, descriptive text, &amp; link to website featured on all event materials for BOTH Spring Show &amp; The Nutcracker as well as banner or other materials available at shows and at The Studio by EDE.</li><li>Recognition as a major sponsor in all promotional materials</li><li>Ten complimentary tickets to a performance of The Nutcracker</li></ul>Mainstage Sponsor ($3,000 - $5,000)<ul><li>Benefits include Costume Sponsor plus:</li><li>Recognition as a season performance sponsor in EDE email newsletters (mailing list of 3,000)</li><li>Links to website and social media accounts on EDE website</li><li>Sponsor recognition in The Studio by EDE (both locations at 307 N Main and 118 East 8th)</li><li>Twenty complimentary tickets to a performance of The Nutcracker and twenty tickets to the Spring Show</li></ul>

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