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Junior Committee

The mission of Junior Committee is to maintain and cultivate an interest in opera and opera education, and to promote ticket sales among the young people of New Orleans. We support the Opera Association through educational, fundraising, and goodwill programs.

Become a Member of the Junior Committee

The Junior Committee is comprised of "Active Juniors" who are women in their 20s, 30s, and 40s and "Associates" who are also active members of the Women’s Guild. Annual membership is $25 for Active Juniors and $15 for Associates.

Member Benefits:

  • Three catered General Membership Meetings each year at no charge
  • Opening Night Socials before each opera with complimentary wine for yourself and a guest
  • Invitations to the many events hosted by the Junior Committee, including the popular Membership Luncheon at the Fairgrounds and the Children’s Party
  • Discounted admission to the Summer Party, the Mardi Gras Fête, and all Opera Orientations
  • Participation in our largest fundraiser for the Opera Association, the Wine Auction
  • Volunteer opportunities to receive discounted or complimentary tickets to performances and dress rehearsals
  • Performer appreciation activities with chances to meet the cast, chorus, and crew
  • Contribute toward the continuation of opera and supporting the revitalization of New Orleans
  • Socialize with people who share similar cultural and artistic interests
  • Develop friendships that will last a lifetime

Support the Junior Committee

For those of you ineligible for membership, we invite you to make a donation to the Junior Committee. While not official members of the Junior Committee, those donating $25 or more will be invited to attend our Opening Night Socials where you will receive complimentary wine for yourselves and one guest. Supporters will also receive event announcements via e-mail and a formal invitation to the Wine Auction.

Junior Committee 2008-2009 Board Members

Officers

Committee Chairmen

Chairman
Ms. Charla L. Spalluto
Publicity
Ms. Hillary R. Smith
First Vice Chairman – Opera Education
Ms. Lizzy Berger
Historian
Ms. Norma Jean McClain
Second Vice Chairman – Membership
Miss Valerie D. Vaughan
Opera Orientations
Ms. Charlotte P. Livingston
Third Vice Chairmen – Wine Auction
Ms. Chantel Laporte
& Ms. Hillary R. Smith
Performer Appreciation
Ms. Amanda L. Green
Fourth Vice Chairmen – Theatre Sales
Mrs. Ellen C. Ieyoub
& Mrs. Celeste Mikes
Opening Night Socials
Ms. Mary E. Capritto
Fifth Vice Chairman – Hospitality
Ms. April Hurry
Summer Party
Mrs. Sarah Grundmeyer Abrusley
& Miss Kathryn Motte Barry
Recording Secretary
Miss Robin A. Mocklin
Membership Luncheon
Miss Maria L. Grisaro
Corresponding Secretary
Ms. Juanita R. Marino
Mardi Gras Fête
Ms. Daya J. Naef
Treasurer
Ms. Winter Melancon
Children’s Party
Mrs. Julie B. Habetz
& Dr. Rebecca Metzinge
Parliamentarian
Mrs. Lisa DaBello Saragusa
Women’s Guild Liaison
Mrs. Daniel Marshall, Jr.
Past Chairman
Mrs. Michael S. Harper

More Information

Email or contact Valerie Vaughan at 504.947.7377

Membership Form

Download the Junior Committee Membership Application in PDF format.

Junior Committee Calendar

View the calendar of upcoming Junior Committee events!

Junior Committee Photo Gallery

Photo Gallery

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