The One Gala

Thursday, April 16, 2026

Denver Performing Arts Complex

1400 Curtis Street, Denver CO 80202

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Timeline

5:00pm - 6:30pm | Cocktail Reception (Ellie Caulkins Opera House)

6:30pm - 7:15pm | Performances of George Balanchine's Elégie and Concerto Barocco featuring Colorado Ballet Artists and Orchestra (Ellie Caulkins Opera House)

7:45pm - 9:15pm | Dinner, Live Auction and Honoring Gil Boggs (Seawell Ballroom)

9:30-11:30pm | Dessert, DJ and Dancing (Ellie Caulkins Opera House)

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Black Tie Attire

Tuxedos, dark suits, floor length gowns, or elegant formal wear.

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Tickets

Physical tickets will not be issued. Guest names will be held at check-in at each venue entrance.

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Navigating the Evening

The One Gala takes place across two venues within the Denver Performing Arts Complex: the Ellie Caulkins Opera House and the Seawell Ballroom. The Seawell Ballroom is located inside the Helen Bonfils Theatre Complex. The venues are approximately a five-minute walk apart. Comfortable footwear is recommended due to venue transitions.

See the map below for directions.

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Parking

Paid parking is available at the Arts Complex Garage (1352 Arapahoe St). 

Click here to view parking options at alternate locations.

Eliminate the worry of finding parking entirely and book a ride to and from the event with your preferred rideshare company. 

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How to Support Colorado Ballet at The One Gala

There are four ways to give at The One Gala:

1. Starting March 16, make your Wish Tree gift online by clicking here.
2. Make your gift at the event by visiting a Wish Tree station during cocktail hour or after party.
3. Participate in the paddle raise during dinner. All proceeds will go towards the Artistic Director's Fund.
4. Participate in the live auction during dinner.

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The Colorado Ballet Wish Tree is a centerpiece of The One Gala, artfully symbolizing the generosity of our donors and reflecting the many ways philanthropy supports and strengthens the three branches of Colorado Ballet’s mission. You are invited to make a meaningful impact by directing your gifts to the areas of our work that resonate most with you:

• Dancer Wellness
• Academy Scholarships
• Education & Community Engagement
• Artistic Director's Fund 

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