Special Events

At the UW World Series, we believe that performing arts have the power to bring people together through shared experiences that enrich our cultural understanding, lift our spirits and delight our senses. Our donor events are designed to celebrate this transformative power and connect our supporters with each other and with the artists we present.

Intermission Receptions

Donors at the Patron level and above are invited to join us at private intermission receptions featuring complimentary wine and desserts during select UW World Series performances.

Post Performance Receptions

Following select performances, donors at the Patron level and above are invited to mingle with the artists while enjoying complimentary wine and hors d’oeuvres.

2011-12 post performance receptions:

Welcome Party for UWWS Artistic Director Michelle Witt: Carpe Diem String Quartet (International Chamber Music Series), October 4, 2011
Welcome Party for UWWS Artistic Director Michelle Witt: Pilobolus (World Dance Series), October 8, 2011
Trio con Brio (International Chamber Music Series), January 18, 2012
Limon Dance Company (World Dance), March 3, 2012
Cedric Watson et Bijoux Creole (World Music & Theatre), April 28, 2012
Angela Hewitt (President’s Piano Series), May 15, 2012

Thinking & Drinking

Inspired by a UWWS dance performance? Join your fellow dance fans after the show for drinks, discussions and the chance to meet members of the company! Events will take place at LUCID after the following performances:

Alonzo King Lines Ballet – Thursday, November 17
Limon Dance Company – Thursday, March 1
Chunky Move – Thursday, April 12
Introdans – Thursday, May 10

Volunteer Appreciation Party

Each year, we celebrate our hard-working volunteers with a dinner in their honor.

For more information about our donor-related events, please contact Priya Frank at 206.685.2819 or fpriya@uw.edu.

UW World Series Annual Benefit Event

Each spring, donors, subscribers, artists and friends of the UW World Series come together to celebrate a season of extraordinary artistry. Proceeds from the event benefit the UW World Series’ artistic and educational programming.

For information about the gala, please contact Keri Kellerman at 206.616.6296 or kerikell@uw.edu.