The Verdi SocietyVerdi Society members, Benefactors and Patrons receive a gift certificate for Opera Carolina’s new Maestro’s Blend – Makers Mark bourbon (limited supply)

  • DIAMOND CIRCLE (gifts from $25,000)
    • All the benefits of Platinum Circle members and:
    • Be a full Presenting Sponsor of an Opera Carolina production, with sponsorship recognition as directed by you or your family.
    • Attend a private dinner or cocktail reception with cast members and the Maestro.
  • PLATINUM CIRCLE (gifts from $10,000)
    • All the benefits of  Gold Circle members and:
    • Receive two (2) complimentary season seats.
    • Be designated as a Presenting Sponsor of one of Opera Carolina’s acclaimed education programs, or
    • Become a Star Sponsor of the Artist of your choice.
    • Receive an autographed commemorative poster for your dedicated performance.
  • GOLD CIRCLE (gifts from $5,000)
    • All the benefits of Silver Circle members, and:
    • We will dedicate an Opera performance to you, and you will receive two complimentary tickets for the performance of your choice. (in addition to your regular seats)
    • Receive an autographed commemorative program for your dedicated performance.
  • SILVER CIRCLE (gifts from $2,500)
    • Receive two complimentary tickets for one performance, in addition to your subscription seats during your inaugural season.
    • Enjoy the Vbar during intermissions of Opera performances.
    • Receive priority for seat selection for opera tickets. Personalized service from the Opera office.
  • PICCOLO VERDI (gifts from $1,000 first-year membership for you and your children)
    • Receive priority for seat selection for all Opera Carolina Events.
    • Enjoy the Vbar during intermissions of Grand Opera performances.
    • Invitations to all Piccolo Verdi events for children.
    • Invitation to Pre-Curtain Dinners with the Maestro.

The Encore! SocietyAll members are listed in AVANTI each season

  • BENEFACTOR (gifts from $1,000)
    • All the benefits above, and: Invitations to Lunch With the Stars and Pre-Curtain Dinners with the Maestro.
  • PATRONS (gifts from $500)
    • All the benefits above, and: Enjoy the Intermezzo Lounge during intermissions at the Belk Theater.
  • SUSTAINING MEMBERS (gifts from $300)
    • Invitations to Open Rehearsals and selected events throughout the season.
  • SUPPORTING MEMBERS (gifts from $100)
  • DEBUT MEMBERS (gifts from $50)

The IRS requires the value of tickets provided as a benefit of membership be deducted from your total contribution.