- Invitation to Opera Insight, an event hosted by our artistic and technical staff.
- Opportunities to order tickets before the general public. Donors get the pre-pre-sale.
- Invitation to a behind-the-scenes tour of the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion.
- Personalized membership card. Use it to enjoy discounts and special benefits at a variety of downtown restaurants.
Friends of LA Opera
Membership Makes a Difference
Make a charitable donation to LA Opera – a 501c3 nonprofit – today to become a member of the Friends of LA Opera or Patrons of LA Opera. Your gift will make a difference by helping fund the work on our stage. It will also make a difference in your opera-going experience.
Friends of LA Opera
All Contributor benefits, plus:
- Admission to the members-only intermission reception, called the Allegro Lounge. Enjoy no lines, fast drinks, and complimentary snacks, coffee, tea, and water. It is open before performances and during intermissions.
- Affiliate level priority for subscription seating improvements and early single ticket purchases.
All Sponsor benefits, plus:
- Recognition by name and membership level in Performances magazine.
- Invitation to a Young Artist Recital, featuring members of the Domingo-Colburn-Stein Young Artist Program.
- Priority seating at final dress rehearsals.
- Artists Circle level priority for subscription seating improvements and early single ticket purchases.
PATRONS OF LA OPERA
All Friends benefits, plus:
- VIP Patron Ticketing with access to concierge services and the best seats in the house.
- Special recognition by name and membership level in Performances magazine.
- Invitation to the Patron Salon, featuring an exclusive dinner and interview with a principal artist.
- Subscription upgrade consideration at the Benefactor level.
- Subscription ticket exchange fees waived (48 hours prior to curtain).
- Invitations to three dress rehearsals.
All Grand Benefactor benefits, plus:
- Invitation to the Annual President's Circle Dinner, featuring a principal artist from our season in conversation with LA Opera's President and CEO.
- Special behind-the-scenes experience with artistic leadership.
- Patron ticketing and subscription upgrade consideration at the Silver Benefactor level.
All Premier Silver Benefactor benefits, plus:
- Access to Founders Room and parking with a five-year pledge at this level.
- Invitation to a Cast Party on the opening night of an opera production.
- Patron ticketing and subscription upgrade consideration at the Grand Silver Benefactor level.
Have Questions?
Visit our Membership FAQ page for more information.
Can't find the answer to your question, to learn more about the benefits of membership in the Friends of LA Opera or Patrons of LA Opera, get in touch at 213.972.7277 or join@laopera.org.