American Friends of
The Royal Ballet School
Since its founding in 2009, the American Friends of The Royal Ballet School has helped connect generous American supporters with one of the world’s most prestigious training institutions for young dancers.
Guided by a dedicated Board of Directors serving as Trustees, the organisation ensures every contribution is carefully stewarded – honouring donors’ wishes while directly benefiting the School’s students and programmes.
As a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in New York, the American Friends enables supporters to make fully tax-deductible gifts, maximising the impact of each donation. Your generosity helps nurture exceptional talent, sustain world-class training, and open doors for promising dancers from around the world.
Our connection to the United States
The United States has long been a vital part of The Royal Ballet School’s story. For generations, talented American dancers have journeyed to London to pursue their dreams, drawn by the School’s unmatched reputation, outstanding faculty, and remarkable near-100% employment rate among graduates.
Beyond elite technical training, students gain unparalleled opportunities: performing alongside The Royal Ballet and Birmingham Royal Ballet, exploring choreography, and building connections with leading ballet companies worldwide. These experiences shape dancers into artists who go on to inspire audiences across the world – including in the United States.
By supporting the American Friends of The Royal Ballet School, you will help continue this powerful legacy – giving young dancers the chance to train, perform, and flourish on the world stage.
As valued supporters, our American Friends will enjoy:
- Invitations to visit The Royal Ballet School in London and watch students in class
- High-quality reports and updates
- Invitations to events throughout the year including our annual Summer Performances at Opera Holland Park and the Royal Opera House
- Acknowledgement on the School’s website and in its Annual Review.
Perhaps greatest of all, is the personal reward you will receive witnessing our students achieve their true potential and graduate to a fulfilling professional career, knowing that you played an important part in making this possible.
