Since this season, the Zurich Opera House has been a member of «FEDORA» – a European platform that promotes innovation in opera and ballet and fosters an international network within the opera and dance world. What does this mean for us, the members of the «Friends of Ballet Zurich» from the Donor:in level and up? You will now benefit from simplified access to tickets at all partner institutions – both nationally and internationally. To take advantage of this benefit, please contact our administrative office directly at kontakt@ballettfreunde.ch. You will then be connected with the appropriate contact person on site.

Starting at the Gönner:in-level, members enjoy exclusive insights into the ballet studio – a place full of creative energy. They are invited to observe the dancers during their training and rehearsals and gain early access to the rehearsal process. A special privilege!

The Friends Circle is also jumping on the digital bandwagon! Members can find all their personal Friends Circle events for the entire season in the Opera House app. Download, log in, and register – it’s that easy! Need help? The office is happy to assist you.

For our juniors (ages 27 to 30), we offer events in collaboration with the young opera enthusiasts. The focus is on shared experiences and networking among young ballet and opera fans. This season, we will be visiting the young friends group of the Tonhalle, the klubZ, together. The event takes place on Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at the Tonhalle. In addition to the concert, the programme includes a Meet & Greet with world-renowned Swiss conductor Philippe Jordan.

Under the title «Zurich Talks Dance», Ballett Zürich, Zurich University of the Arts, Tanz Akademie Zürich, and Tanzhaus Zürich joined forces in 2023 to offer all interested parties deeper insights into artistic, professional, and educational topics in the world of ballet. The events are very popular. Therefore, a ticket allocation is reserved for members.

Members from the Förder:in level celebrated the start of the new ballet season together with the company and the ballet direction on August 20 2025 in a festive and ceremonial manner. There was plenty of time for personal exchange between members, dancers, and the board. Always a highlight!

As part of the grand opening celebration on Saturday, 20 September 2025, we had the pleasure of meeting the dancers in person during the autograph session. It was wonderful to see so many of you drop by!

On Tuesday, 30 September 2025, the 42nd General Assembly was held in the Spiegelsaal. Afterwards, the members were given an insight into the stage rehearsal of «Oiseaux Rebelles» – the first ballet premiere of the new season. We are proud to support this production.

The Friends Office is happy to assist you with any questions or requests regarding Ballett Zürich and your membership. Katherine Waldvogel and Corinne Amsler look forward to hearing from you: kontakt@ballettfreunde.ch or T +41 (0)44 268 66 20.