The Dallas Symphony Orchestra (DSO) is the largest performing arts organization in the Southwest United States and has been at the forefront of arts and culture in Dallas since its founding in 1900.
In a recent economic impact study conducted by Inspire (a division of Bain Consulting) it was determined that the DSO contributes $107M in revenue annually to our local economy. Impacting jobs, education, and arts engagement. We are truly one of the economic drivers that makes doing business in Dallas so attractive. Each season, the DSO serves more than 243,000 patrons, including 35,000 children, through more than 200 concerts and over 20 signature educational and community engagement programs.
In spring of 2022, the DSO Board of Governors approved a new 2022-2025 strategic plan to broaden the orchestra’s long-term engagement with the North Texas community. With initiatives such as the DSO education programs, which increase access to music training programs and Youth Concerts, the Women in Classical Music Symposium, which elevates the role of women in the industry, along with goals to enhance the concert experience and the use of technology, the DSO is beginning a new era.
The Dallas Symphony has also expanded the ways in which it interacts with the community by challenging the traditional concert experience, experimenting with programming and collaborating with other organizations and artists. This includes efforts to share DSO concerts through digital platforms. During the 2021-2022 season alone, the DSO’s televised concerts and online performances engaged more than 5 million viewers around the world and has grown since to over 9 million viewers.
In partnership with your company, the Dallas Symphony would be grateful for the opportunity to work to further your client engagement opportunities, strategic marketing and brand goals, and community outreach commitments.
DSO DEMOGRAPHICS
DSO BOARD OF GOVERNORS: MOST
Event Sponsorship Opportunities
DALLAS SYMPHONY GALA
The Dallas Symphony Orchestra Gala and Concert is the orchestra’s largest standalone fundraiser, featuring a concert performance and dinner alongside the most dedicated arts & culture patrons and supporters in Dallas. The 2025 Gala will be held at the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center on October 4, 2025.
Sponsorships are available from $1,500 (Single Ticket Sponsor) to $150,000 (Presenting Sponsor)
YP X EXPERIENCE
The Dallas Symphony YP X Experience aims to bring younger and more diverse audiences to the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center. Featuring dynamic partnerships with exciting artists, the DSO launched this initiative in spring 2023 and reaches approximately 1,600 young professionals in the DFW Metroplex.
Sponsorships are available starting at $2,500.
PRESENTING CONCERT SPONSOR
The Dallas Symphony Orchestra 2024/25 season boasts an incredible lineup of familiar, new and diverse concert repertoire. The DSO welcomes the opportunity for sponsorships of individual DSO Presents programs, including a full benefits package including tickets and a reception tailored to your needs (subject to availability).
Sponsorships start from $35,000 for the following concerts:
• Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire in Concert
AUGUST 29 – SEPTEMBER 1, 2024
• Dia de los Muertos OCTOBER 29, 2024
• KINGS ReJOYCE! DECEMBER 11, 2024
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT: Toni Miller, CAP®, Managing Director of Development 214-871-4078 | t.miller@dalsym.com
General Corporate Sponsorship Packages
The DSO offers flexible agreement periods, with all benefits and recognition extending through the 2024/25 season (ending May 31, 2025) or for a 12-month period following the execution of a partnership agreement.
BRONZE LEVEL: $5,000
Marketing & Visibility
Text recognition on Corporate partner listing on the DSO website and program book at the $5,000 level.
Fifty percent (50%) off program book ads. Please contact us for an ad rate sheet.
Client & Employee Engagement
Sixteen (16) complimentary concert tickets in Dress Circle for client entertainment, to be made available throughout the season, pending availability and advance notice; exclusions may apply.
• Additional tickets may be purchased at a 10% discount
• Tickets can be redeemed by contacting Toni Miller at t.miller@dalsym.com
FMV: $480
Season-long access to DSO’s VIP Lounge at the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center for one (1) executive and one (1) guest.
Opportunities to engage with the DSO’s education programs, including program site visits and volunteer opportunities as available.
Access & Invitations
Opportunity for one (1) executive to serve on the DSO’s Corporate Committee, comprised of influential Dallas business leaders who serve as corporate ambassadors and receive exclusive invitations and access throughout the year.
Receive Corporate Citizenship status, granting Trustee Member voting privileges for the Dallas Symphony Association Annual Meeting of the Board and Trustees.
SILVER LEVEL: $10,000
ALL BENEFITS LISTED IN THE PREVIOUS LEVEL AND:
Marketing & Visibility
Text recognition on Corporate partner listing on the DSO website and program book at the $10,000 level.
Client & Employee Engagement
All complementary concert tickets to be upgraded to preferred/best available seating (no Loge), pending availability and advance notice; exclusions may apply.
10% discount for booking the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center for meetings and events.
Access & Invitations
Invitation to the DSO’s Annual VIP Dinner for one (1) executive and one (1) guest.*
FMV: $TBD
Two (2) complimentary annual memberships to the DSO Young Professionals group for your employees 40 and younger. (Available during the DSO’s season August - May)
FMV: $390
GOLD LEVEL: $15,000
ALL BENEFITS LISTED IN THE PREVIOUS LEVEL AND:
Marketing & Visibility
Text recognition on Corporate partner listing on the DSO website and program book at the $15,000 level.
Text recognition on lobby monitors of the Meyerson Symphony Center.
Client & Employee Engagement
Four (4) additional complimentary concert tickets for client entertainment, to be made available throughout the season, pending availability and advance notice; exclusions may apply.
• Additional tickets may be purchased at a 10% discount
• Tickets can be redeemed by contacting Toni Miller at t.miller@dalsym.com
FMV: $120
One (1) special concert experience for four (4), including complimentary premium concert tickets (Loge when available) and Stradivarius Patron Intermission Reception access.*
FMV: $640
• Two complimentary self-parking vouchers
FMV: $30
• Complimentary pre-concert buffet dinner for four (4) at Opus Restaurant, located in the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center West Lobby.
FMV: $150, Alcoholic beverages are not complimentary.
Opportunity to host one (1) behind-the-scenes tour of the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center for employees/clients.
*Restrictions apply, please contact Toni Miller at t.miller@dalsym.com for more information.
PLATINUM LEVEL: $25,000
ALL BENEFITS LISTED IN THE PREVIOUS LEVEL AND:
Marketing & Visibility
Text recognition on Corporate partner listing on the DSO website and program book at the $25,000 level.
Logo recognition as Corporate Concert Underwriter in the DSO’s “Know Before You Go” email that goes out to all concert ticket holders for one (1) performance.
Client & Employee Engagement
Concert underwriting recognition for one (1) concert performance (recognition in DSO concert program book and any digital productions of the performance). Concert date is to be mutually agreed upon and includes:
• Eight (8) premium concert tickets (Loge when available), along with VIP Lounge.*
FMV: $800
• Four (4) complimentary valet parking vouchers
FMV: $100
• Complimentary use of the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony center for a pre-concert reception. DSO will cover up to $500 of food & beverage costs.
OR
• Complimentary pre-concert buffet dinner for eight (8) at Opus Restaurant, located in the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center West Lobby.
FMV: $300
Alcoholic beverages are not complimentary in Opus Restaurant. Company representative must be present at the event.
Opportunity for up to two (2) off-site Young Strings performances as requested, to be scheduled and subject to availability.
FMV: $800
Opportunity to host a corporate business development reception with DSO corporate committee members and clients of your choosing.
The DSO will cover up to $500 in food and beverage costs. The date and guest list must be mutually agreed upon at least six weeks prior to the reception.
*Restrictions apply, please contact Toni Miller at t.miller@dalsym.com for more information.
MAESTRO LEVEL: $50,000
ALL BENEFITS LISTED IN THE PREVIOUS LEVEL AND:
Marketing & Visibility
Text recognition on Corporate partner listing on the DSO website and program book at the $50,000 level.
One (1) complimentary half-page Program Book Ad during the 2024/25 Season.
Program may be in print or digital; ad placement date(s)/ weekend to be mutually agreed upon.
Recognition on two (2) posts (Spring/Fall) on LinkedIn about the DSO’s partnership.
Client & Employee Engagement
Opportunity for up to two (2) musician meet-and-greets, talks or demonstrations as requested, to be scheduled and subject to availability. These can take place before or after a concert at the Meyerson, or off-site at a client’s home or your office.
Opportunity for sixteen (16) employees to attend a DSO open rehearsal and have lunch with a DSO musician.*
Opportunity for “Lunchtime with the Symphony” performance at a company location. The DSO will provide a group of musicians to perform at your office during lunch. Your company is responsible for all food and beverage costs.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:
Toni Miller, CAP®, Managing Director of Development 214-871-4078 | t.miller@dalsym.com
*Restrictions apply, please contact Toni Miller at t.miller@dalsym.com for more information.
Access & Invitations
Invitation to the DSO’s Annual Maestro’s Reception for one (1) executive and one (1) guest.*
