Individual Giving
YOU MAKE THE DIFFERENCE
Stories are the essential lifeblood of a community, and Opera Colorado’s story is inseparable from its hometown. As a non-profit organization, we rely on the generosity of donors in our community to help us maintain our mission to connect our Colorado community to the emotions and stories of the world through traditional and innovative opera and educational programming that is accessible to all. As a portion of the partnership begins with your donation, Opera Colorado aspires to enrich your opera experience and put you one step closer to the magic.
Your support helps us to:
- PRESENT high-quality artistic experiences, through world-class opera, curated right here in Denver
- SERVE more than 55,000 patrons every year
- DEVELOP audiences by introducing children (and adults!) to their first opera experience
- TRAIN the next generation of opera performers through our nationally recognized Artist in Residence Program
DONOR LEVELS & BENEFITS
The Patron, Artist, and Producer Circle levels provide more ways to experience Opera Colorado, from invitation-only events to special interactions with Opera Colorado artists. Discover the options below to find the membership level that works for you!
All benefits are subject to change.
MEMBER
$150-399
- Your name listed in mainstage season program books
- Closer to the Art emails before each mainstage production, where you will gain behind-the-scenes insight and learn something new about Opera Colorado
- Exclusive pre-sale opportunities to ticketed events throughout the season
SUPPORTER
$400-699
Receive all of the above-listed benefits, plus:
- Invitation to an exclusive backstage tour of the Ellie Caulkins Opera House, where you will peek into dressing rooms, step on stage, and explore all that this historic building entails
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Complimentary admission for two to the Artists in Residence Showcase
ASSOCIATE
$700-1,499
Receive all of the above-listed benefits, plus:
- Access to the Chambers Grant Salon Donor Recognition Lounge and complimentary prosecco during intermission
- Complimentary admission, and discounted guest admission, to Sitzprobe Event and Rehearsal
LIBRETTIST
$1,500-$3,499
Receive all of the above-listed benefits, plus:
- Invitation to a private Master Class with a leading industry artist and members of the Artist in Residence program
- Continental breakfast conversation with the director and/or designer of one of the mainstage productions, followed by a rehearsal in the Ellie
COMPOSER
$3,500-$6,999
Receive all of the above-listed benefits, plus:
- Invitation to a Sitzprobe Rehearsal and Dessert Reception
- Invitation to the Meet the Maestro event, with Opera Colorado’s Music Director, Ari Pelto
CONDUCTOR
$7,000-$11,999
Receive all of the above-listed benefits, plus:
- Complimentary parking for your Opera Colorado mainstage performances
- Invitation for two to final dress rehearsals of Opera Colorado mainstage productions
AMBASSADOR
$12,000-$24,999
Receive all of the above-listed benefits, plus:
- Invitation to a private cocktail reception with The Ellie Caulkins General & Artistic Director, Greg Carpenter, followed by a run-through rehearsal of a mainstage production
- Private curated tour of the Ellie Caulkins Opera House for you and your guests
BENEFACTOR
$25,000-$49,999
Receive all of the above-listed benefits, plus:
- Invitation to an intimate dinner with Opera Colorado’s Music Director and General & Artistic Director
- Behind-the-scenes access to rehearsals at the Opera Colorado Opera Center
VISIONARY
$50,000+
Receive all of the above-listed benefits, plus:
- Private concert in your home or other chosen location