This August, our team is taking TWELVE: Going The Distance to Scotland for our first-ever international run at the world-renowned Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Inspired by shadowboxing, endurance, and the fight to keep going, the work explores resilience through explosive physicality and powerful storytelling — and now we have the opportunity to share it on a global stage.
Over the course of 10 performances, five performers will represent our community abroad, connecting with international artists, press, presenters, and audiences from around the world. This is a massive milestone for us — one that could open the door to future touring, global collaborations, and major artistic opportunities.
But getting there is entirely self-funded.
As independent artists, we are responsible for covering flights, housing, artist stipends, festival fees, PR, marketing, and production costs. Our goal is to raise $30,000, and we are relying on the incredible support of our community to help make this dream possible.
This is a BIG moment, and we’re making a BIG ask: help us get to Scotland.
Every contribution directly supports the artists bringing this work to life. Whether you give $25 or $5,000, you become part of this journey and help amplify independent dance and performance on an international stage.
For major supporters and corporate sponsors, we are offering producer recognition levels:
GOLD PRODUCER — $5,000 • Lead Producer credit on press materials and campaign recognition • Featured logo placement on promotional materials and social media • VIP invitations and special behind-the-scenes updates from Marisa and the dancers • Recognition as a key supporter helping launch our international debut
SILVER PRODUCER — $2,500 • Associate Producer recognition in campaign and select materials • Social media and website acknowledgment • Special updates from Scotland and the festival run
BRONZE PRODUCER — $1,000 • Producer recognition on campaign materials and website • Public thank-you and supporter acknowledgment
We need bold support, generous giving, and people who believe in ambitious independent art. If this work speaks to you, we hope you’ll help carry us across the distance.
Thank you for being part of this journey!
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Rewards
Round 1
Donate $100.00 or more
Amount is fully tax-deductible.
Help us train & prepare to go the distance. Round 1 supporters receive a public thank-you and become part of the dynamic community powering the journey to Edinburgh.
The Main Event
Donate $250.00 or more
Amount is fully tax-deductible.
The Main Event giving level powers endurance for the journey abroad. Receive exclusive behind-the-scenes updates from Scotland and a deeper look into the process while it unfolds in August.
TKO
Donate $500.00 or more
Amount is fully tax-deductible.
A knockout level of support that makes a real impact on getting us to Scotland. TKO supporters receive exclusive updates, a personalized thank-you video, and recognition as a standout supporter of the run.
BRONZE PRODUCER
Donate $1,000.00 or more
Amount is fully tax-deductible.
You’re officially in the credits. Your support helps make this production possible at a foundational level, while being recognized as a Producer across campaign materials and on our website.
SILVER PRODUCER
Donate $2,500.00 or more
Amount is fully tax-deductible.
A major force behind the work. Your contribution elevates our ability to share TWELVE internationally, with an expanded Associate Producer recognition and direct updates from the festival experience.
GOLD PRODUCER
Donate $5,000.00 or more
Amount is fully tax-deductible.
A treasured champion of Ballaro Dance. As a Lead Producer, you are helping launch our international debut at the highest level. Receive prominent international recognition and logo placement, as well as VIP access from rehearsal to Fringe.
