The Value Proposition.
Walter Matteini (l) and Ina Broeckx (c) creating dance magic…
…As one of America’s few nonprofit promoters of ballet and contemporary dance by creators and performers respected outside the US but who are generally unknown here, the National Performing Arts Funding Exchange is arranging a Monday, May 19, 2025 evening performance in New York City at Manhattan’s Joyce Theater of Italy’s imPerfect Dancer Company’s internationally acclaimed “Anne Frank: Words From The Shadows”.
…Created by Europe’s award-winning choreographers Ina Broeckx and Walter Matteini at the helm of imPerfect Dancers Company, “Anne Frank: Words from the Shadows” is a one-of-a-kind inspirational tribute to a young woman’s life and especially to Frank’s spiritual strength during one of the 20th century’s darkest moments.
The Value Proposition.
…As one of America’s few nonprofit promoters of ballet and contemporary dance by creators and performers respected outside the US but who are generally unknown here, the National Performing Arts Funding Exchange is arranging a Monday, May 19, 2025 evening performance in New York City at Manhattan’s Joyce Theater of Italy’s imPerfect Dancer Company’s internationally acclaimed “Anne Frank: Words From The Shadows”.
Walter Matteini (l) and Ina Broeckx (c) creating dance magic…
…Created by Europe’s award-winning choreographers Ina Broeckx and Walter Matteini at the helm of imPerfect Dancers Company, “Anne Frank: Words from the Shadows” is a one-of-a-kind inspirational tribute to a young woman’s life and especially to Frank’s spiritual strength during one of the 20th century’s darkest moments.
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Underwriting And Sponsor Opportunities.
…from the ballet…Anne tries to support her dying sister, both stricken with typhus…
…This award-winning ballet has played to full houses on three continents, educating and moving audiences across cultures. We invite you to join us in making the upcoming tour possible as NPAFE and one of Manhattan’s premiere performance venues jointly prepare for its return to the US for a first-ever performance in New York City.
…By becoming one of only three underwriters or a travel & leisure sponsor for the “Anne Frank: Words From the Shadows” US tour, you will be:
- Supporting Holocaust education through the arts,
- Ensuring accessibility to performances for students and educators, and
- Honoring Anne Frank’s story as a universal call for tolerance and remembrance.
…For sure, NPAFE will greatly value your support for the “Anne Frank: Words From the Shadows” US tour. As will the imPerfect Dancers Company creators and performers of this memorable ballet.
…And especially the New York City audience at the Joyce together with social media followers across the globe who will discover that you helped make it possible.
Underwriting And Sponsor Opportunities.
…This award-winning ballet has played to full houses on three continents, educating and moving audiences across cultures. We invite you to join us in making the upcoming tour possible as NPAFE and one of Manhattan’s premiere performance venues jointly prepare for its return to the US for a first-ever performance in New York City.
…from the ballet…Anne tries to support her dying sister, both stricken with typhus…
…By becoming one of only three underwriters or a travel & leisure sponsor for the “Anne Frank: Words From the Shadows” US tour, you will be:
- Supporting Holocaust education through the arts,
- Ensuring accessibility to performances for students and educators, and
- Honoring Anne Frank’s story as a universal call for tolerance and remembrance.
…For sure, NPAFE will greatly value your support for the “Anne Frank: Words From the Shadows” US tour. As will the imPerfect Dancers Company creators and performers of this memorable ballet.
…And especially the New York City audience at the Joyce together with social media followers across the globe who will discover that you helped make it possible.
About imPerfect Dancers Company
…Since it was formed in Italy in 2009, imPerfect Dancers Company has taken the contemporary dance scene by storm, winning rave reviews and prestigious awards with performances in 28 countries and counting. “True perfection lies in imperfection”, say co-creators Ina Broeckx and Walter Matteini, a paradox that is encapsulated in the company’s name. The dancers in the troupe each have their own imperfections that make them unique, yet absolutely perfect. Find out more about imPerfect Dancers at its website and on Instagram.
About NPAFE
…The non-profit National Performing Arts Funding Exchange promotes up-and-coming artists in dance to increase the audience for the performing arts. Follow these links to find out more about NPAFE, AAlchemy, and AAlchemy Online’s immersive dance videos
Underwriting Opportunities
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Legacy Partner
$2,000 investment
Strong visibility, including:
- Recognition on promotional materials, stage banners, and venue displays.
- Mention in tour media and social media posts.
- Four VIP tickets at each performance venue.
Heritage Patron
$5,000 investment
Including all of the above plus:
- Specific recognition on all materials related to the tour as Heritage Underwriter.
- Sponsor-driven activations, such as sampling, influencer promotions, and VIP experiences aligned with the underwriter’s goals.
- Four addition VIP tickets at each performance venue.
Remembrance Patron
$10,000 investment
This option provides maximum visibility across all tour-related materials, media, and events, including all of the above plus:
- Exclusive mention on all promotional materials (posters, digital ads, social media).
- Option for on-site mini-performances at the sponsor’s location in New York City or Washington DC.
- Logo placement on all tickets, VIP passes, and at the venue entrances.
- Brand mentions in all press releases, interviews, and tour-related media appearances.
- On-stage mentions before and after performances.
- Exclusive access to meet-and-greet event and private dinner in New York City or Washington DC for up to eight guests.
- VIP gifts.
- 12 VIP tickets at each performance venue.
Travel & Hospitality Sponsor Opportunities
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Official Airline Sponsor
Complimentary Travel Italy-NYC-Return For Ten Performers & Staff
Offering one airline the exclusive right to be showcased as the Official Airline Sponsor showcased in European and U.S. markets. This package provides visibility and branding opportunities across all tour-related materials, media, and events, including:
- Exclusive branding on all promotional materials (posters, digital ads, social media; press releases).
- On-stage mentions and/or brief brand videos played before performances.
- Exclusive access to meet-and-greet events, and four VIP tickets for clients, partners, or executives at each performance venue.
- Optional at actual cost only: exclusive content for the airline, such as in-flight experiences, stories from the journey, and behind-the-scenes tour moments made possible by the airline’s support.
Official Hotel Sponsor
Complimentary Lodging in New York
for Performers and Staff
Offering one hotel network the same opportunities as above, namely:
- Exclusive branding on all promotional materials (posters, digital ads, social media; press releases).
- On-stage mentions and/or brief brand videos played before performances.
- Exclusive access to meet-and-greet events, and four VIP tickets for clients, partners, or executives at each performance venue.
- Optional at actual cost only: exclusive content for the airline, such as in-flight experiences, stories from the journey, and behind-the-scenes tour moments made possible by the airline’s support