The Erwin H. Johnson Memorial Fund, 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
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
Opera Maine is the only opera company in Maine that presents fully staged operas with nationally and internationally acclaimed artists. We are dedicated to producing creative, inspiring and professional opera performances of artistic excellence. We achieve this mission by:
Promoting our performances and other events locally, regionally, and nationally
Providing educational opportunities related to opera in local schools and other forums
Fostering young operatic talent
Reaching out to our audience, supporters, and community to share our enthusiasm for opera and to collaborate with them in creating and enjoying our productions.
Caroline Koelker is the Executive Director.
Portland, ME
04112
The Glimmerglass guild provides essential volunteer support to the company throughout the year. With approximately 200 members, the Guild fills a variety of company needs through its various service, fundraising and education programs.
The Guild furnishes suppers for production staff on Saturday afternoons in July and August when hectic schedules do not allow the staff to leave the site for a dinner break between matinee and evening performances. Guild members also help paint residences used by guest artists, serve as greeters at performances and other events, provide transportation for artists and staff to and from area airports and train stations, assist with campus landscaping, enter information into databases, act as volunteer ushers, and much, much more. The Guild averages almost 6,000 hours of volunteer assistance every year. In addition to the many volunteer hours, the Guild collectively contributes more than $20,000 to the company every year through the sponsorship of the Doris P. Shields Artistic Intern, the opening night receptions, and other in-kind donations. Through its many programs and initiatives, the Glimmerglass Guild inspires conversations about opera within its membership and works to encourage an appreciation of the art form within the community.
Laura Wetzel is the guild president.
PO Box 191
Cooperstown, NY
13326