The Young Friends Steering Committee of Opera Theatre, led by Mary Ann Srenco, was formed in 2008 with a mission to attract new, younger, and more diverse audiences, and to forge lasting bonds which build interest, appreciation and passion for the art form and Opera Theatre of Saint Louis.
Expectations for Committee Members:
- Attend meetings three times a year or as needed to plan events and learn more about Opera Theatre
- Attend at least two performances during the festival season, or as schedule permits
- Generate enthusiasm for Opera Theatre and encourage attendance at special Young Friends events
Benefits for Committee Members:
- An insider’s perspective through backstage tours and opportunities to engage with Opera Theatre staff and artists
- Networking opportunities
- An invitation to serve on Opera Theatre’s Wine & Beer Tasting Committee
- Invitations to Opera Theatre special events (otherwise reserved for donors of $50 and up): The annual Holiday Concert in December, featuring Opera Theatre’s Artists-in-Residence, and the annual Season Preview event, which offers a sneak preview of set and costume designs in progress from Opera Theatre staff and artists
- An opportunity to organize a group night at the opera during the season with help from OTSL staff
For more information or to become involved with the Young Friends Steering Committee of Opera Theatre please contact Emilie Hensley at (314) 963-4223 or 223@opera-stl.org
Even if you aren’t interested in joining the committee, you can still join us for the Young Friends events. We host three Young Friends events during the opera season and more throughout the year. If you’d like to be added to our mailing list to receive invitations to these events, please contact Emilie Hensley at (314) 963-4223 or 223@opera-stl.org
Young Friends 2013 Season Dates
Each evening is $49 per person and includes dinner and drinks followed by the opera performance. OR PURCAHSE A “PICK TWO” PASS and enjoy 2 evenings of your choice for just $70 per person.
Wednesday, May 29
PIRATES OF PENZANCE
The kind of topsy-turvy that only the comic genius of Gilbert and Sullivan could invent — jump aboard for the hilarious voyage!
Friday, June 7
IL TABARRO & PAGLIACCI
Love, passion, betrayal, and murder converge in two breath-taking one-acts.
Tuesday, June 25
CHAMPION
WORLD PREMIERE
An opera in jazz by five-time Grammy Award-winner Terence Blanchard and Pulitzer Prize-winner Micahel Cristofer.
The world premiere of Champion was commissioned in partnership with JAZZ ST. LOUIS.
For more information or to purchase tickets, please contact (314) 963-4223.
Special thanks to Young Friends Season Sponsor
