The performing arts bring people together, strengthen communities, and remind us of our shared humanity. But this work cannot continue without support. Your decision to give for the first time places you among those who believe in that impact. As we look ahead to Season 36, we are energized by a number of exciting and ambitious developments on the horizon, including a few announcements! 

As of August 1, 2026, our organization will rebrand to Detroit Metropolitan Dance. 

This is a pivotal moment for our organization and one that holds tremendous promise; including expanding our footprint with future residence in Little Village Detroit, strengthening our role in Detroit’s cultural landscape. Realizing this dream will require continued investment in our artists, our programming, and our community impact. Ongoing support from donors like you is essential to turning this momentum into lasting growth. 

As our 35th year comes to a close, we have set a goal to raise $100,000 to steer us onto a path for success into Season 36. We invite you to consider joining us on our journey by making a renewal gift. Building on your initial support helps create stability and forward progress, allowing us to deepen our impact both on stage and beyond. Keep scrolling to learn more about a few ways you can support.

Join the Laurie Eisenhower Leadership Circle

Provide annual leadership support that helps sustain the artistic and organizational vision of Detroit Metropolitan Dance.

Join the Leadership Circle

MEMBERSHIP LEVELS

  • Member Benefits

    • Two complimentary tickets to DMD’s Annual Gala

    • Recognition on event signage, in DMD playbills, and in the annual Impact Report

    • Invitations to special events, including Pre-Glow/After-Glow receptions and behind-the-scenes experiences

    • Early access to registration for DMD classes, workshops, camps, and intensives

    Impact

    Your support helps sustain:

    • NewDANCEfest

    • See and Be Seen

    • Pre-Glow/After-Glow events

    • General operating support that strengthens DMD programming and community reach

  • Member Benefits

    All Leadership Circle Member benefits, plus:

    • Early access to purchase DMD performance tickets

    Impact

    Your support helps provide:

    • Costuming for one professional company dancer for an entire season

  • Member Benefits

    All previous benefits, plus:

    • A private dance experience for up to 8 guests led by a DMD teaching artist, including cocktails and an artist Q&A session

    Community Impact

    Your support helps:

    • Subsidize Pay-What-You-Can ticket access for underserved community members

    • Support community wellness initiatives such as Winter Blues Blaster, GRIT Workshop, and U.P.rootEDD, using movement and dance to foster connection, resilience, and creative expression

  • Member Benefits

    All previous benefits, plus:

    • Exclusive lunch with DMD Artistic and Executive Leadership

    Community Impact

    Your support helps:

    • Commission new choreography and invest in the future of contemporary dance

  • Member Benefits

    All previous benefits, plus:

    • Exclusive dinner with DMD Artistic and Executive Leadership

    Community Impact

    Your support helps:

    • Sponsor collaborations and partnerships for one DMD Metro Series performance program

Join the Alumni Association

Celebrate and strengthen the legacy of dancers, families, and supporters who have shaped our history while helping provide scholarship support for the next generation of young artists.

Join the Alumni Association

MEMBERSHIP LEVELS

  • For recent graduates ages 18–22

    Benefits

    • Access to the Alumni Network

    • Subscription to the bi-annual Alumni Newsletter

  • Benefits

    All previous benefits, plus:

    • Invitations to alumni events and open rehearsals

    • Early access to purchase DMD performance tickets

    • 10% discount on DMD merchandise

  • Benefits

    All previous benefits, plus:

    • Discounts on DMD performance tickets

    • Early registration access for DMD summer programming

  • Benefits

    All previous benefits, plus:

    • Invitations to dress rehearsals and behind-the-scenes experiences

    • Two complimentary tickets to DMD’s Season Finale performance

  • Benefits

    All previous benefits, plus:

    • Two complimentary tickets to two DMD Metro Detroit performances

    • Two complimentary tickets to Pre-Glow/Post-Glow company events

Join our network of Rising Philanthropists

Support the next generation of arts patrons committed to keeping dance vibrant and accessible in our community.

Join the Rising Philanthropists

MEMBERSHIP LEVELS

  • Benefits

    • Exclusive access to pre-show donor events

    • Invitation to open rehearsals

    • Chances to win backstage passes and EDD merch

    • Reserved seating at all EDD mainstage performances.