Central City Opera is the fifth oldest opera company in the United States. Since 1932, it has presented opera and theater productions in its magnificently restored 1878 Opera House. The Central City Opera Guild was established in 1974 and assists the Central City Opera with historic preservation and restoration projects, community education, cultural and social events and various fundraising campaigns throughout the year. Our objectives are:
Education with a special focus on youth
Apprentice Artists support
Historic Preservation and maintenance of 30 + Association-owned properties in Central City
Audience Development
Fundraising including the annual L’Esprit de Noël Home Tour
The Guild president is Katie Grassby
Wheat Ridge, CO
80033
In a Lyric Opera Chapter, opera lovers of all ages get together to enjoy lectures, musical performances, special events, volunteer opportunities, and each other's company. Each chapter is chartered with the dual purpose of raising money to enhance educational outreach programs and generating support for Lyric Opera of Chicago. The Chapters' Executive Board is the umbrella organization that directs and coordinates activities in the Chapters in the Chicago area and southern Wisconsin.
Barbara Eckel is president.
20 N. Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL
60606
The mission of the Chattanooga Symphony & Opera is to inspire, engage, and enrich the greater Chattanooga community through music and music education.
There are a variety of ways to volunteer at the CSO, not just on concert nights. Volunteers are found in our box office every day, at the front door of the Tivoli, working a registration table at UnCorked!, or preparing mailings in our conference room. We are constantly looking for ways to include volunteers in our day-to-day operations, our concerts, and other special and community events.
John Kilkenny is the Executive Director.
Chattanooga, TN
37402
The Cincinnati Opera Guild is an organization of more than 100 committed volunteers who are dedicated to supporting the Opera. For more than a half-century their activities have promoted awareness, generated public interest in the company and deepened understanding of the art form. They bring many forms of expertise to advance the organization — from fundraising to education and outreach. Their support is essential to a vast array of ongoing activities and events, and they are among the Opera’s most enthusiastic ambassadors in Greater Cincinnati.
Guild members encourage appreciation of opera as an art form and help the Opera with various fundraising activities. They often provide logistical support for seasonal activities such as dinners before opera performances and the information station in Music Hall’s lobby. The Opera Guild Opera Ball is the most significant annual fundraising event in support of the Opera’s budget.
Joe Peacock is Cincinnati Opera Volunteer Liaison
Cincinnati, OH
45202
The Erwin H. Johnson Memorial Fund for Opera, Inc. is a not-for-profit corporation supporting and promoting opera in Western New York and especially the idea of a dedicated performing arts space for opera and ballet. Our organization, established in 1988, commits a significant amount of donations received to our established endowment fund and to grants for opera- related projects and education, especially for the youth, in Buffalo and the Niagara region.
As continuing advocates of opera, our work includes:
· Performances in the form of children's tickets
· Annual scholarship for a nominated young vocalist from a local studio to continue vocal lessons
· Material support to local musical organizations
· Opera outreach programs for children and seniors
· Offering three concerts each year to the community
· Coordinating and promoting National Opera Week in Buffalo/Niagara
We are also proud of EHJ Memorial Fund, Inc.’s, Singing it Forward outreach program, created especially for children to bring classical, operatic, and musical education to WNY schools throughout the year. It has been so successful, that an adult version is now available for the community.
Dr. Anastasia Johnson is president.
Buffalo, NY
14207-0566
It is the mission of First Coast Opera to serve Northeast Florida with professional opera performances for the education, cultural enhancement, and enjoyment of our communities, combining artistic excellence and the development of local and regional talent. Now in their 24th Season.
Kerry Fradley is Board President
Saint Augustine, FL
32080
Friends of Nashville Opera members have cherished their role in preserving and promoting grand opera in Middle Tennessee through their support of Nashville Opera since its founding in 1981.
The guild supports HCA TriStar Nashville Opera ON TOUR who visit more than 28,000 school children in Middle Tennessee each year; helps the Metropolitan Opera find new, inspiring talent through its annual district and regional auditions; provides gift bags, transportation and housing for visiting artists; and hosts parties in appreciation for the cast and crew of each opera production. Volunteering with mailings, telephoning, computer entry, and other office activities helps Nashville Opera put its dollars on the stage!
Friends of Nashville Opera provides scholarships for rising vocalists, such as the Fellows Program with Belmont University, and supports the Mary Ragland Young Artist Program, a competitive national program which offers valuable stage experience to the next generation of stars.
Margaret Carpenter, Liaison-Admin Assistant
3622 Redmon Street
Nashville, TN
37209
Friends of Opera San José (FoOSJ) is the volunteer support group for Opera San José. We invite you to join those of us who volunteer our time and energy “behind the scenes.” Friends of Opera San José offers a range of volunteer opportunities and opera-related activities, from education and special events to community outreach. Volunteers set their own hours of involvement and then enjoy the rewards of participation and receive added benefits extended by FoOSJ. The auxiliary does not discriminate in soliciting volunteers or treat unequally any volunteer.
Bonnie Williams is President
San Jose, CA
95131
Friends of Pittsburgh Opera support Pittsburgh Opera and interest in opera within the community. In addition to providing opportunities to volunteer and meet new friends, the group provides invitations to community events throughout the season, invitations to fabulous social events like the Holiday Party and the Garden Party, and admission to Opera Up Close and Art song recitals.
Michael Lancet is Friends President
Pittsburgh, PA
15241
For more than 40 years, the Guild has been behind the scenes, a chorus of support using its many voices to broaden the appeal and knowledge of Houston Grand Opera. Guild members perform in a myriad of roles, from education docents to studio artists' buddies to event underwriters.
In addition, the guild hosts
A full calendar of social and educational events and community outreach programs throughout the year
Volunteer performances ranging from one-time commitments to stellar appearances spanning an entire season
Unique opportunities to contribute to the development of young talent and meet the singers who grace the stages of opera houses around the world
Deidre McDowell is President of the guild.
Houston, TX
77002