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Annual Luncheon

FEBRUARY 25, 2026

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The 2026 Annual Luncheon took place on Wednesday, February 25, and celebrated beloved Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild as she prepares to retire from her 25-year career with the Company and embark on a new chapter. 

A devoted mother, author, and MBA graduate, Megan embodies the art of balance—onstage and in life. From her beginnings in Utah to her rise as one of ballet’s brightest stars, she has performed a wide range of leading roles during her storied career with the Company, and inspired generations of dancers through mentorship and advocacy.

The 2026 Annual Luncheon was generously sponsored by Christian Louboutin.

For more information about this year’s event please contact the Special Events office at specialevents@nycballet.com.

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ANNUAL LUNCHEON CO-CHAIRS

LeeAnn Black
Lu Leng Chua
Mary Giuliani
Jessica Hopfield
Jennifer Lipschultz
Jenny Paulson
Lilah Ramzi
Jennifer Rich
Paula Campbell Roberts
Jessica Wang

The 2026 Annual Luncheon was generously sponsored by

A LOOK AT THE 2026 ANNUAL LUNCHEON

2026 Annual Luncheon Co-Chairs Paula Campbell Roberts, Jenny Paulson, Jessica Hopfield, LeeAnn Black, Lu Leng Chua, Jennifer Rich, Lilah Ramzi, Jennifer Lipschultz, Mary Giuliani, and Jessica Wang

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Michael Nitis VP of Retail & Client Excellence at Christian Louboutin, NYCB Executive Director Katherine Brown, Anna Edwards-Wagoner SVP of Communications at Christian Louboutin, and NYCB Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild

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2026 Annual Luncheon Co-Chair Lilah Ramzi and Alessia Fendi

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NYCB Board Member and Annual Luncheon Moderator Donya Bommer with Kristen Sarkinsion, NYCB Principal Dancer Emma Von Enck, Melissa Vlak, and Matthew Bird

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NYCB Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild and NYCB Executive Director Katherine Brown

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NYCB Board Member and Annual Luncheon Moderator Donya Bommer with Robbie Fairchild, KJ Takahashi, Anthony Huxley, Megan Fairchild, Andres Zuniga, David Gabriel, and Associate Artistic Director Wendy Whelan

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Gabriela Ortega

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Tiffany Gardner and Jesse Haines

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Bach Mai

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Erica Reid and Michael Nitis

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Victoria Cerami and NYCB Dancer Christopher Grant

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2026 Annual Luncheon

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