Your Membership Benefits
As a member of the Opera Philadelphia family of donors, you are entitled to a collection of benefits and rewards that will provide you with a premium operatic experience. From behind-the-scenes access to personalized ticketing services, these benefits are designed to deepen your connection with the Opera throughout the year.
Membership
Become a member by making a one-time payment or a 12-month pledge. Visit operaphila.org/monthly to establish a pledge, or contact Colby Calhoun at calhoun@operaphila.org or call 215.893.5929 to learn more.
CONTRIBUTOR
($8 per month)
Ticketing privileges:
- Receive priority consideration for ticketing, seating, and exchange requests
- Member Presale—opportunity to purchase single tickets in advance of the general public
Special Events:
- Hear from Opera leadership about company plans at the Annual Meeting
- Delve into productions at Between the Notes, an event series featuring scholarly guest speakers
Additional benefits:
- Be among the first to learn about the Opera’s community events, artistic initiatives, and special offers
- Receive Behind the Curtain, our member newsletter.
SUPPORTER
($21 per month)
All of the privileges above, plus:
- Invitation for two to the annual Member Concert, a thank you to our wonderful members with a special performance by Opera Philadelphia's Emerging Artists
- Invitation to attend a Behind the Scenes event or tour
SUSTAINER
($42 per month)
All of the privileges above, plus:
- Invitation for two to attend the final dress rehearsal in the Academy of Music
- Recognition as a Sustainer in the Membership section of the season-opening festival program book
PARTNER
($84 per month)
All of the privileges above, plus:
- Enjoy waitlist privileges for sold-out performances
- Invitation to attend a second final dress rehearsal
- Recognition as a Partner in the Membership section of each performance program
Patron Program
Patron Program members enjoy all of the benefits of membership, plus invitations to attend private receptions at performances and access to VIP Ticketing Services. Additionally, based on membership level, Patrons will receive invitations to attend events with Opera Philadelphia artists.
Become a Patron Program member by making a one-time payment or a 12-month pledge. Visit operaphila.org/monthly to establish a pledge, or contact Aubre Naughton, Major Gifts Officer, at 215.893.5906 or naughton@operaphila.org to learn more.
BRONZE Patron
($209/month)
Ticketing privileges:
- Access to VIP Services—concierge service with a dedicated phone line for priority ticketing, seating, and exchange requests
- Waived handling fees on exchanges
- Member Presale—opportunity to purchase single tickets in advance of the general public
- Enjoy waitlist privileges for sold-out performances
Special Events:
- Invitation for two to Intermission Receptions in the Academy of Music, plus two Reception guest passes per season
- Invitation for two to attend all final dress rehearsals in the Academy of Music
- Invitation for two to the annual Member Concert, a thank you to our wonderful members with a special performance by Opera Philadelphia's Emerging Artists
- Invitation to attend a Behind the Scenes event or tour
- Hear from Opera leadership about company plans at the Annual Meeting
- Delve into productions at Between the Notes, an event series featuring scholarly guest speakers
Additional benefits:
- Be among the first to learn about the Opera’s community events, artistic initiatives, and special offers
- Recognition as a Patron Program member in the performance program
- Receive Behind the Curtain, our member newsletter
BRONZE+ Patron
($292/month)
All of the Bronze Patron privileges above, plus:
- Invitation for two to attend a private reception with Opera Philadelphia patrons
- Recognition in the Bronze+ Patron section of the performance program
SILVER Patron
($417/month)
All of the Bronze+ Patron privileges above, plus:
- Invitation to an event with Opera Philadelphia artists
- Recognition in the Silver Patron section of donor listings
GOLD Patron
($625/month)
All of the Silver Patron privileges listed above, plus:
- Invitation for two to attend a working rehearsal
- Recognition in the Gold Patron section of the performance program
General Director’s Council
General Director’s Council members enjoy all of the benefits of Membership and the Patron Program, as well as invitations to attend an additional dinner with Opera Philadelphia leadership and the opportunity to underwrite an Emerging Artist, community initiative, or event.
Contact Aubre Naughton, Major Gifts Officer, at 215.893.5906 or naughton@operaphila.org for more information or to join today.
DIAMOND Patron
Ticketing privileges:
- Access to VIP Services—concierge service with a dedicated phone line for top priority ticketing, seating, and exchange requests
- Waived handling fees on exchanges
- Member Presale—opportunity to purchase single tickets in advance of the general public
- Enjoy waitlist privileges for sold-out performances
Special Events:
- Invitation for two to attend two events with Opera Philadelphia artists
- Invitation for two to Intermission Receptions in the Academy of Music, plus two Reception guest passes per season
- Invitation for two to attend all final dress rehearsals in the in the Academy of Music
- Invitation for two to the annual Member Concert, a thank you to our wonderful members with a special performance by Opera Philadelphia's Emerging Artists
- Invitation to attend a Behind the Scenes event or tour
- Hear from Opera leadership about company plans at the Annual Meeting
- Delve into productions at Between the Notes, an event series featuring scholarly guest speakers
Additional benefits:
- Attend post-performance meet-and-greets with the cast at all Academy of Music performances
- Be among the first to learn about the Opera’s community events, artistic initiatives, and special offers
- Recognition in the Diamond Patron section of the performance program
- Receive Behind the Curtain, our member newsletter
PLATINUM Patron
All of the Diamond Patron privileges above, plus:
- Invitation to attend a third event with Opera Philadelphia artists
- Recognition in the Platinum Patron section of donor listings
- Opportunity to underwrite an Emerging Artist, Community Initiative, or a special event
Chairman’s Council & Leadership Circle
Chairman’s Council and Leadership Circle donors enjoy benefits such as an invitation to private dinners and events with Opera Philadelphia leadership, access to closed rehearsals and workshops, and prominent recognition in performance programs and company communications.
Contact Aubre Naughton, Major Gifts Officer, at 215.893.5906 or naughton@operaphila.org for more information or to join today.
Members of the Chairman’s Council & Leadership Circle receive the most exclusive VIP benefits including all of the privileges above, plus:
- Invitation to the most exclusive and behind-the-scenes events with artists throughout the season
- Invitations to exclusive workshops and closed rehearsals
- Prominent recognition in performance programs and company communications
- Benefits customized to donor’s interests