Garden City Ballet is not a typical ballet company… we do not operate a dance school, or have a year-round season, or perform with a live orchestra.
Our nonprofit organization is truly unique — with an average cast size of more than 100 local dancers, hired professional guests performing the lead roles of Sugar Plum Fairy and Cavalier, a dedicated volunteer board, one paid employee, a rotating artistic team of independent contractors, generous donors, and countless volunteer parents, we proudly bring The Nutcracker to life — year after year!
We serve our children and the Missoula community by:
- Honoring the traditions of classical ballet
- Fostering inclusiveness in the local dance community
- Operating fairly, transparently, and responsibly
- Building meaningful relationships
- Promoting mutual respect
- Creating a fun, supportive work environment
- Learning and growing as a professional, nonprofit organization
(Photo L to R: Elizabeth, Cari, Jayme, Lisa, Brandy, and Molly)
2025 Board of Directors
Molly Boyle, President
Jayme Parker, Treasurer
Elizabeth Arrigali, Secretary
Cari Follett
Brandy Reinhardt
Lisa Whitcomb
Executive Director – Caroline Kurz
Legal Advisor – Elizabeth Erickson
Financial Advisor – Josh Eder, CFP®
Interested in board service?
The GCB board is always recruiting new members — from our pool of current and former Nutcracker parents, alumni dancers, and the greater Missoula community. Elections are held in July. Email info@gardencityballet.org and we’ll be happy to tell you more!
What is expected of board members?
Board service is very different from volunteering for The Nutcracker production — the focus of board work is on governance, finance, fundraising, and strategic planning.
What experience is required?
Board members ideally (but not necessarily!) have prior experience serving on a nonprofit board — most important, however, is that you enjoy working collaboratively, believe in GCB’s mission, and have a desire to pay it forward with what you have, know, or are able to access.