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







