SUPPORT THE NOORDA CENTER

join the circle at the noorda center

Become part of a passionate, visionary community shaping the future of performance, education, and creativity at The Noorda Center for the Performing Arts.

As a Circle Member, you are more than a supporter—you are a catalyst for meaningful artistic experiences. Your generosity helps bring world-renowned performers to our stage and into our classrooms, where they don’t just perform—they mentor, inspire, and connect with students and our local community.

 Your impact is woven into every moment—from the rise of the curtain to the quiet confidence sparked in a young artist discovering their voice. Whether it's a student workshop, a community outreach event, or a standing ovation after a transformative show, you are at the heart of it all.

 Every Circle Member’s journey is personal, but all share in something greater: the joy of creating lasting cultural moments and a vibrant artistic legacy.

 As a member, you'll enjoy:

  • Exclusive access to insider updates and curated events
  • Recognition for your meaningful support
  • A deeper connection to the stories and artists your gift brings to life

 We are not just attending performances—we are building the future of the performing arts. Together.

 

For additional information about joining the Circle, please contact Danielle Shipley at [email protected] or Varden Hadfield at [email protected]

PARTNER $500-$999

With a Gift of $500-$999 Open the Stage to Students

Help provide student tickets to professional performances or fund vital services like piano tuning - ensuring every insturment and artist is stage-ready. 

Benefits Include: 

  • Advanced season notification 
  • Priority ticketing and seating 
  • Discount off concessions (15%)

MAINSTAGE SUPPORTER $1,000-$4,999

With a Gift of $1,000-$4,999 Ignite Young Audiences

Give students the magic of live performance! Bring a school to a youth show and help deliver the dazzling sound and lights that make performances unforgettable. 

Benefits Include: 

  • 2 Season Tickets 
  • Advanced season notification 
  • Priority ticketing and seating 
  • Discount off concessions (15%)
  • Coat check 

PERFORMANCE ADVOCATE $5,000-$9,999

With a Gift of $5,000-$9,999 Fuel Hand-On Learning 

Sponsor transformative experiences where students engage directly with Signature Series Artists - learning from today's top talent. 

Benefits Include: 

  • 2 Season Tickets 
  • Advanced season notification 
  • Priority ticketing and seating 
  • Discount off concessions (15%)
  • Coat check 
  • Complimentary intermission snacks and drinks
  • Invitation to season preview events
  • VIP experiences (private receptions, artist meet-and-greets). Anticipated 2 per season
  • VIP parking (one spot per performance) 

COMMUNITY CHAMPION $10,000-$19,999

 

With a Gift of $10,000-$19,999 Celebrate Arts for All 

Support a full family series performance so our community can enjoy accessible, enriching performing arts experiecnes together. 

Benefits Include: 

  • 2 Season Tickets 
  • Advanced season notification 
  • Priority ticketing and seating 
  • Discount off concessions (15%)
  • Coat check 
  • Complimentary intermission snacks and drinks
  • Invitation to season preview events
  • VIP Experiences (private receptions, artist meet-and-greets). Anticipated 2 per season. 
  • Access to select open rehearsals 
  • Recognition in curtain speeches 
  • Private backstage meet-and-greets (once per season, based on availability) 

PRODUCERS CLUB $20,000-$49,999

 

With a Gift of $20,000-$49,999 Power the Creative Process 

Fund artist fees, production costs, and the creation of meaningful programming that aprks connection across campus and throughout our community. 

Benefits Include: 

  • 6 Season Tickets 
  • Advanced season notification 
  • Priority ticketing and seating 
  • Discount off concessions (15%)
  • Coat check 
  • Complimentary intermission snacks and drinks
  • Invitation to season preview events
  • VIP Experiences (private receptions, artist meet-and-greets). Anticipated 2 per season. 
  • Access to select open rehearsals 
  • Recognition in curtain speeches 
  • Private backstage meet-and-greets (once per season, based on availability) 

LEGACY IMPACT $50,000+

 

With a Gift of $50,000+ Inspire Everlasting Excellence 

Bring world-class performances to The Noorda Center stages. Your support fuels artist residencies, commisions new work, maintains top-tier facilities, and opens the arts to all - empowering the next generation of creators. 

Benefits Include: 

  • 6 Season Tickets 
  • Advanced season notification 
  • Priority ticketing and seating 
  • Discount off concessions (15%)
  • Coat check 
  • Complimentary intermission snacks and drinks
  • Invitation to season preview events
  • VIP Experiences (private receptions, artist meet-and-greets). Anticipated 2 per season. 
  • Access to select open rehearsals 
  • Recognition in curtain speeches 
  • Private backstage meet-and-greets (once per season, based on availability) 
  • Permanent recognition at the Noorda Center 
  • Private use of event space once per fiscal year (based on availability)

 

 

 

 

 

THE Circle Members

The School of the Arts recognizes Circle Confidantes as those who generously contributed to the construction of The Noorda Center for the Performing Arts.

CIRCLE Confidantes:

Alan & Karen Ashton
The M Bastian Family Foundation
The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-day Saints
dōTERRA
Kem & Carolyn Gardner
Barbara Barrington Jones Family Foundation
The Ray & Tye Noorda Family Foundation

Richard E. & Nancy Perry Marriott
Nu Skin
OC Tanner
Scott & Karen Smith
Utah County Government
Kim Wilson & Gail Miller Wilson
Zions Bank

CONNOISSEUR LEVEL CIRCLE MEMBERS:

M Bastian Family Foundation

BENEFACTOR LEVEL CIRCLE MEMBERS:

Guy and Paula Fugal

ADVOCATE LEVEL CIRCLE MEMBERS:

Brent and Cheri Andrus

Paul and Jeanette Clyde

Founding Donors

Utah Valley University is exceedingly grateful to all of the 1,756 donors who helped to make The Noorda Center for the Performing Arts a reality.

Naming Donor

The Ray and Tye Noorda Foundation

$1 Million and Above

  • Bastian Family
  • Karen P. and Scott M. Smith
  • Utah County Government
  • Nu Skin Enterprises
  • Carolyn and Kem Gardner
  • Barbara Barrington Jones Family Foundation
  • Gail Miller Wilson and Kim Wilson
  • The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
  • Tanner Charitable Trust

$100,000 – $999,999

  • Ashton Family Foundation
  • Zions Bank — Main
  • Ira Fulton
  • Nancy P. and Richard E. Marriott
  • The J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott Foundation

$10,000 – $99,999

  • Jeanette P. and Paul B. Clyde
  • Guy L. and Paula G. Fugal
  • David and Mary Ann Pollei
  • Margaret M. Pope
  • Blue Donkey Foundation
  • JoAnn B. Losee
  • Sandefur Schmidt
  • Carolyn J. Rasmus
  • David K. and Laura T. Harmon
  • Janette Hales Beckham
  • Curtis B. and Lisa E. Blair
  • Brent and Cheri Andrus Charitable Trust
  • Cherie and Donald R. Pauley

$1,000 – $9,999

  • Jong S. Hwang
  • Thomas C. Hales
  • Marnie H. and Mark K. Thomas
  • Pal-Tech
  • Nancy S. and Omar M. Kader
  • Ron and Vicki Labrum
  • Edwards & Daniels Architects
  • Janice L. Gygi
  • Jane Ricks
  • Kathryn Luke
  • David B. and Jeralynn T. Winder
  • Doris A. Trujillo
  • Bette M. and Stephen W. Gibson
  • Angus H. Belliston
  • Dianne C. and Wallace J. Carr
  • Collette and Samuel Cowley
  • Rosemarie Holland
  • Monroe J. Paxman
  • Brandon D. and Kristen K. Fugal
  • Elizabeth L. Moore
  • Virginia H. Pearce
  • Jeffrey and Karen Acerson
  • Byron and TerryAnn Harward
  • Mark F. and Mary L. Robinson
  • Jacqueline P. and Joseph D. Colledge
  • Christine S. and James L. Gines
  • Christopher L. and Lisa V. Clark
  • Daniel J. and Donna M. P. Fairbanks
  • Vadra K. Rowley
  • Hilary C. Demske
  • Paula C. and Russell A. Nye
  • Practical Clinical Courses
  • The Beckham/Ashe Foundation
  • MME
  • Utah Valley Choral Society
  • Anthony S. and Lorilynn B. Browning
  • Jeffery and Melinda Dalebout
  • David M. and Linda H. Fife
  • Cynthia G. and Tyler A. Gambill
  • Bruce J. and Deanna C. Hammond
  • Dwight H. and Teresa J. Muse
  • Cherilyn and David Pinegar
  • Briant H. Summerhays
  • Jamee N. and Kevan P. Talbot
  • John H. and Mary J. Thompson
  • Kelley and Karen Thueson
  • The GFC Foundation
  • Romm Enterprises
  • Live On Purpose
  • Provo Towne Centre
  • American Fork Pediatrics
  • Dance Works
  • Norge Cleaning Center
  • EKR
  • Jaussi Enterprises
  • Precision Woodworking
  • Wells Fargo Foundation Educational Matching
  • Gift Program
  • J.B. Biegel Art & Design