TLS, one page, 7 x 9.25, American Ballet Theater letterhead, October 9, 1981. Baryshnikov sends thanks to a contributor. In part: “Your gift has been especially meaningful to me in this, my first year as Artistic Director, and I humbly regard it as an expression of your confidence in me. I feel confident that with people like you alongside me, Ballet Theater has a great future ahead of it.” Double matted with a photo of Baryshnikov in the Nutcracker. In fine condition, with usual mailing folds, away from signature. R&R COA.