Membership
As a Member, your generous and continued support ensures that each opera
production combines the world's greatest singers with today's leading directors
and designers. With only 50% of production costs covered by ticket sales, San
Diego Opera depends on your valued partnership to bring thrilling, world-class
performances to our stage. As a Member, you receive our sincerest thanks,
special invitations to exclusive behind-the-scenes events, and BETTER SEATING
(subject to availability). To get closer to the magic and the stars on stage or
for more information on the Membership program, please call (619) 232-7636.
SUPPORTER $100
- 10 Subscription Upgrade Points
- Dining certificates for Currant, Firenze Trattoria, Palm Restaurant, Rice, Stingaree, Tapenade
- 50% subscription discount to Metropolitan Opera News
- 10% Opera Shop discount
ENTHUSIAST $300
Enjoy all the Supporter benefits, plus:
- 30 Subscription Upgrade Points
- Invitation to the Meet the Stars Dinner
- Free subscription to Metropolitan Opera News
- Free Ensemble Recital invitation
- Your name listed in performance programs
DEVOTEE $600
AFICIONADO $1,000
Enjoy all the Devotee benefits, plus:
- 100 Subscription Upgrade Points
- Invitation to the Membership Sitzprobe, rehearsal with full orchestra and principal singers
Patron Program
Patron Program members receive all Membership benefits plus invitations to
exclusive Patron Program events and behind-the-scenes opportunities. For
inquiries, or to make a Patron gift by phone, please contact Development at
(619) 232-7636.
IMPRESARIO PATRON $1,500
All Aficionado benefits, plus:
- 150 Subscription Upgrade Points
- Free invitation to Behind the Red Curtain, an intimate tour with the Director of Production through the magical backstage world of opera
COGNOSCENTE PATRON $3,000
All Impresario Patron benefits, plus:
- 300 Subscription Upgrade Points
- Free and convenient parking for Opera performances
- Free invitation to the Meet the Stars Dinner
- Free Civic Theatre refreshment vouchers
- Free invitation to the Season Announcement Dinner with Ian Campbell
BRAVISSIMO PATRON $5,000
All Cognoscente Patron benefits, plus:
- 500 Subscription Upgrade Points
- Admission into the intermission Bravissimo Patron Tent to enjoy hors d'oeuvres and fine wines
BRAVISSIMO ANGEL PATRON $10,000
All Bravissimo Patron benefits, plus:
- 1,000 Subscription Upgrade Points
- Free invitation to the annual Onstage Dinner
PATRON DUET PROGRAM
The Patron Duet Program offers opera lovers the opportunity to help San Diego
Opera secure major artists and plan world-class productions by pledging their
Patron level gift ($1,500+) for two consecutive seasons. The single most
important ingredient necessary to guarantee the quality of future opera
productions is funding pledged in advance for upcoming seasons and, in thanks
for their terrific commitment, San Diego Opera offers Patron Duet members
additional benefits including their names highlighted in performance programs.
You can join the Patron Duet Program by clicking the "Join Today" link at the
top of this page or by contacting
Sonette Bales or Jill Smayo at
(619) 232-7636.
Medal Program
Bravissimo Medalists play a significant role in supporting the outstanding
artistic success and financial solvency of San Diego Opera. In order to secure
major artists and plan world-class productions for the San Diego Opera stage,
contracts must be signed now for future seasons. To guarantee the quality of
future opera productions, it is necessary to ensure funding years ahead of
upcoming seasons. The Medal Program offers opera lovers the opportunity to do
just that by allowing them to pledge a gift for four consecutive seasons all at
once. These terrific commitments allow San Diego Opera to plan with confidence
and also offer our most committed donors a host of exclusive benefits and
additional recognition as listed below. Become a Medalist today by contacting
Sonette Bales or
Jill Smayo at (619) 232-7636.
BRONZE MEDAL
Pledged gifts starting at $7,500 per year for four years for a total minimum gift of $30,000.
All Regular Membership Benefits plus...
- Free invitation to the annual Onstage Dinner
- Your Bronze Medal awarded in a public ceremony
- Invitation to attend one Post-Opera Cast Party annually
- Priority Admission for the Sopranos investment group
- Your name included in the special Bravissimo Medal Patron Listing in Opera performance programs
SILVER MEDAL
Pledged gifts starting at $15,000 per year for four years for a total minimum
gift of $60,000. All Regular Membership Benefits plus...
- Your Silver Medal awarded in a public ceremony
- Opportunity to be honored as an underwriter for two international season artists of your choice, with recognition in the opera program
- Photograph with chosen Artist and formal presentation at the Onstage Dinner
- Invitation to attend two Post-Opera Cast Parties annually
- Free invitation to the annual Onstage Dinner
- Your name included in the special Bravissimo Medal Patron Listing in Opera performance programs
PRODUCERS' CIRCLE GOLD MEDAL
Pledged gifts starting at $25,000 per year for four years for a total gift of $100,000.
All Regular Membership Benefits plus...
- Your Gold Medal awarded in a public ceremony
- Opportunity to be honored as an underwriter for one International Season opera of your choice with recognition in the program for the selected opera and a photo display in the Civic Theatre lobby
- Invitation to attend all public Post-Opera Cast Parties each year
- Free invitation to the annual Onstage Dinner
- Priority Eligibility for the Dow Divas Program
- Your name included in the special Bravissimo Medal Patron Listing in Opera performance programs
PRODUCERS' CIRCLE PLATINUM MEDAL
Pledged gifts starting at $62,500 per year for four years for a minimum total
gift of $250,000. Benefits are tailored to the satisfaction of the donor, and
include recognition as Title Co-Sponsor for one International Season opera of
your choice, as well as the privileges at all other levels of support. For more
information please contact Chris LaZich or Jim Forbes at (619) 232-7636.
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