Sarasota Opera Special Events
Special Events are donor benefit events, certain receptions, and other events that do not carry an admission fee.
Below is a listing of the special events scheduled for the 2022-23 Season. These events are primarily donor benefit events, and invitations are sent four to six weeks prior to the event date. For questions, please email [email protected] or contact Director of Development Scott Guinn at (941) 366-8450, ext. 416.
For Sarasota Opera Guild events, please visit their webpage by clicking here.
For Manatee Opera Guild events, please visit their webpage by clicking here.
Each Guild coordinates and produces their own events. Please use the contact information on the websites for questions. Don't forget, joining an opera guild is a great way to support Sarasota Opera and to make new friends!
| Event Date | Event Name | Start Time |
| Saturday, November 5, 2022 | Youth Opera Supporter Reception For Youth Opera supporters giving $1,000 annually |
6:30pm |
| Wednesday, November 9, 2022 | Kretzmer Legacy Society Luncheon Bird Key Yacht Club For those who have made provisions in their estate planning for Sarasota Opera. |
11:30am |
| Monday, December 5, 2022 | The Winter Festival Overture Dinner on Stage For donors whose annual cumulative giving to Sarasota Opera is at least $6,000. |
6:00pm |
| Friday, January 27, 2023 | The Apprentice Welcome Concert For all donors and volunteers. |
7:30pm |
| Monday, February 13, 2023 | Meet the Artists Reception For donors giving at least $1,250 annually. |
6:00pm |
| Friday, February 24, 2023 | Behind the Blue Curtain For donors giving at least $350 annually. |
10:00am |
| Monday, February 27, 2023 | The Opera Luncheon Michael's on East For donors whose annual cumulative giving to Sarasota Opera is at least $6,000. |
11:30am |
| Saturday, March 11, 2023 | Coffee & Conversations For donors giving at least $150 annually. |
10:00am |
| Monday, March 13, 2023 | The Opera Aficionado Dinner Ritz-Carlton C'a d'Zan Room For donors whose annual cumulative giving to Sarasota Opera is at least $12,000. |
6:00pm |
All events take place at the Sarasota Opera House, unless otherwise noted.