Overture: Young Donors Program

Young Patrons of San Diego Opera

San Diego Opera is the place where everyone can encounter great opera! Overture is a new program for dynamic, young patrons of the arts who want a closer connection to world-class opera.

As an Overture Member, you will enjoy exclusive access to $45 tickets (orchestra seating at balcony prices) to San Diego Opera performances, and get to know other young performing art lovers in their twenties and thirties at private receptions and programs.

Overture is an important part of SDO’s philanthropic community. Your annual membership provides our artists, educators, and staff with reliable funding to meet the needs of our diverse audiences.

For just a $100 annual tax-deductible contribution, your member benefits include:

$45 tickets for any performance (orchestra seating at balcony prices)
Pre-Show receptions at The Local on Fourth Street or outside in the Civic Center Plaza. All Overture members will receive 15% off at The Local when presenting your performance ticket.
Exclusive VIP bar area during intermission
Donor Wall recognition for all Main Stage operas
Insider Updates: Invitations to Members-only events and parties

Make your $100 annual donation today to start enjoying Overture member benefits!

2022-2023 Season Upcoming Events

Thursday, Feb 2, 7-9pm – Find your Valentine at Bivouac Ciderworks in North Park

Join us for a unique date night or find that special someone. Find/Bring Your Valentine to this exclusive bar buyout with live music. Enjoy opera and love songs by SDO Chorus Members and mingle with local arts lovers in their 20s and 30s. Enjoy a casual night out with an atmosphere conducive to meeting others, a great venue, and romantic music.

Purchase tickets here.

Friday, February 17, 2023 at the San Diego Civic Theatre – Overture pre-reception and performance of The Puccini Duo: Suor Angelica & Gianni Schicchi

Friday, March 31, 2023 at the San Diego Civic Theatre – Overture pre-reception and performance of Tosca

Connect with us on Instagram @sandiegoopera to see updates about additional private receptions and events for the upcoming season.

Already an Overture member and need help purchasing your discounted tickets? Contact Patron Services for assistance by calling 619-533-7000 or by email at tickets@sdopera.org. For more information about Overture contact Liz Fittro at liz.fittro@sdopera.org.