Become a Donor
Did you know that nearly 70% of Austin Opera’s operating budget comes from the generous support of individuals like you? By making a tax-deductible gift, you are making a difference in Austin Opera’s ability to continue presenting spectacular productions and engaging community programs to audiences and students across central Texas.
When you join the Austin Opera donor family, you enjoy popular benefits such as access to the best seats and invitations to exclusive events.
Partner Program
Play an active role in bringing world-class opera to Austin through your Partner Program gift. Donors enjoy an enhanced connection to the Opera through behind-the-scenes events and advance access to special ticket offers and community events. As a friend of the Opera you’ll enjoy benefits and privileges that will enhance your opera experience throughout the year.
Gifts Up to $149
- Be among the first to learn about the Austin Opera’s community events, artistic initiatives, and special ticket offers
$150 – $249
Friend Benefits, plus:
- Name listing at Donor level in Austin Opera performance programs
- Access to the Private Sale–opportunity to purchase single tickets and events in advance of the general public for access to the best seats and the most inventory
- Opportunity to join the Operatti Ambassadors (available to season subscribers)
$250 – $499
Donor Benefits, plus:
- Name listing at Contributor level in Austin Opera performance programs
- Invitation to the annual season announcement event–be the first to learn about the productions and casting selections for the upcoming season
$500 – $749
Contributor Benfits, plus:
- Name listing at Sustainer level in Austin Opera performance programs
- Invitation to one opera dress rehearsal
$750 – $999
Sustainer Benefits, plus:
- Name listing at Guarantor level in Austin Opera performance programs
- Invitation to two opera dress rehearsals
$1,000-$2,499
Guarantor Benefits, plus:
- Name listing at Benefactor level in performance program
- Invitation to three opera dress rehearsals
Invitation to a backstage tour and sitzprobe rehearsal
Questions about the Partner Program
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Patron Program
Members of our Patron Program are dedicated supporters that share a passion for opera and are committed to seeing the art form thrive in Austin. Patrons enjoy a range of exciting benefits including invitations to Parties with the artists, VIP privileges in the opera house, and personalized ticketing services with access to premium seats.
$2,500 – $3,499
Benefactor benefits, plus:
- Name listing at the President’s Council level in performance programs
- VIP Ticket Service – personalized ticket handling service, priority consideration for seat selection, and season & single ticket fees waived
- Complimentary reserved parking at Austin Opera performances at the Long Center
- Invitation to exclusive Season Opening Party in a private home
- Invitation to all opera Dress Rehearsals
- Opportunity to participate in the Patron Travel Program
$3,500-$4,999
President’s Council benefits, plus:
- Name listing at the Chairman’s Council level in performance programs
- Invitation to an exclusive annual Chairman’s Council event[/one_third
$5,000-$9,999
Chairman’s Council benefits, plus:
- Name listing at the General Director’s Council level in performance programs
- Complimentary valet parking at Austin Opera performances at the Long Center
- Invitation to General Director’s Strategy Sessions – discuss company plans and artistic initiatives with the company leadership and fellow Council members.
Questions about the PaTron Program
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Leadership Giving Program
Austin Opera’s Leadership Giving programs honor philanthropists who are committed to sustaining Austin Opera’s artistic excellence and community impact for generations to come. Donors enjoy access to insider information on company plans and initiatives as well as deeply meaningful underwriting opportunities designed to foster a lasting connection to the art form. Enjoy popular benefits such as access to the best seats and invitations to company-sponsored events.
$10,000 – $14,999
All General Director’s Council benefits, plus:
- Prominent recognition on the title page of the performance program for sponsored production
- Recognition on Lobby plasma screens
- Recognition at Conductor’s Circle level on signage during sponsored production
- Invitation to a working rehearsal
- Verbal recognition at Opening Night Dinner for sponsored production
$15,000 – $24,999
All Conductor’s Circle benefits, plus:
- Opportunity to underwrite a Supporting Artist, community initiative or event
- Supertitle recognition in Dell Hall
- Two tickets to Opening Night Dinner of sponsored production
- Recognition at Director’s Circle level on signage during sponsored production
$25,000-$49,999
All Director’s Circle benefits, plus:
- Opportunity to underwrite a Principal Artist or Director
- Recognition at Founder’s Circle level on signage during sponsored production
- Invitation to lunch or dinner with sponsored artist and Austin Opera staff leadership
$50,000+
All Founder’s Circle benefits, plus:
- Opportunity to become a production underwriter
- Prominent recognition on the title page of the performance program for sponsored production
- Exceptional, personalized benefits throughout the season
Questions about Leadership Giving
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