Support the Opera

New Orleans Opera proudly carries on a tradition that dates to the 18th Century, when New Orleans was the site of the first opera performance in North America. Today’s opera company is the largest in the state and the only fully professional producer of opera in the city. Our historic legacy in the region depends on your support.

It's not to late to contribute in 2011!
Please remember New Orleans Opera as you make your final charitable gifts for tax year 2011! Mail your check, postmarked no later than December 31, or click here to make a secure online gift by credit card. Online donations automatically generate a receipt for your tax purposes; submit your transaction on or before December 31 for tax year 2011. No gift is too large or too small, and every dollar makes a difference. Thank you for your support!

700 at 70

Nationwide, the performing arts are suffering from profound shifts in institutional giving priorities. Now, more than ever, your individual contribution is essential for the continuation of grand opera in New Orleans.

Just as many single voices together become a powerful chorus, individuals like you collectively form the largest source of contributed revenue for the Opera Association. We invite you to join the chorus as part of 700 at 70! — an initiative to bring the Opera’s individual donor base to 700 households before we start our 70th season of opera next year.

Each voice is unique, and each donor gives for a different reason:

• Do you value having access to outstanding opera in New Orleans?
• Do you take pride in opera’s historic legacy in New Orleans?
• Do you believe in the power of arts education for children?
• Do you want to go behind-the-scenes through VIP events?

Whatever your reason to give, your support has never been so important for the preservation of high-quality opera performances and vital outreach programs for our community.  Add your voice to the chorus of supporters who are bringing New Orleans Opera Association to our 70th season and beyond.

Donate today and become one of the 700 at 70!
Click on a category below to learn more about the many ways to give and the exciting benefits available to our donors:

• Individual memberships and their attendant benefits begin at $500 annually.
• Our popular Mastersigner giving level provides major donors with many VIP benefits.
• Our exclusive Maestro Circle members are recognized as season sponsors.

In addition to gifts of cash, New Orleans Opera can accept gifts of stock, property, or other assets. Contact Jenny Windstrup at 504.529.2278 ext. 232 to learn more.

New Orleans Opera Association is classified as a public charity and has 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status. Donations are tax-deductible as allowable by law. All donors receive receipts for tax purposes and recognition in an Opera program book, unless you request to remain anonymous. Feel free to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it with questions, suggestions, or to request another copy of a donation receipt.