Raising the Barre

OVERVIEW

Houston Ballet invites you to Raising the Barre, a colorful springtime tradition unlike any other. Company dancers and top Houston chefs pair up to execute a multi-course menu inspired by their unique backgrounds and tastes. The pairs will mix and mingle with guests throughout the evening as they share the story behind their designed course.

CHAIRMEN

Lenni & Bill Burke and Marianne & Joe Geagea

HONOREE

Chef Chris Shepherd

DATE & TIME

Sunday, April 26, 2026 | 6:00 p.m.

LOCATION

TBA

ATTIRE

Spring Chic

RESERVATIONS

Individual Tickets

Quantity

$450 - Pastry Chef Ticket

One seat at the event
Complimentary valet parking
Recognition in event materials

Quantity of $450 Tickets

Tables

Quantity

$15000 - Presenting Sponsor

Table for 10 with prominent placement, and the opportunity to have dancer(s) seated at your table*
Logo placement on Houston Ballet’s Raising the Barre website
Opportunity to speak at the event
Complimentary valet parking
Recognition in event materials

Quantity of $15000 Tables

$10000 - Executive Chef

Table for 10, and the opportunity to have one dancer seated at your table*
Complimentary valet parking
Recognition in event materials

Quantity of $10000 Tables

$6000 - Chef de Cuisine

Table for 10
Complimentary valet parking
Recognition in event materials

Quantity of $6000 Tables

$4000 - Sous Chef

Table for 8
Complimentary valet parking
Recognition in event materials

*Based on availability

For recognition purposes, split tables may include up to three parties; otherwise, individuals will be acknowledged at their respective contribution levels.

Quantity of $4000 Tables

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Interested in learning more about Raising the Barre?

For more information or questions, contact Katie Waller at 713.535.3230 or kwaller@houstonballet.org