The Opera Society, will host Florida Grand Opera’s 78th Season Anniversary Gala on Saturday, February 9, 2019, at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts.
This enchanting black tie Gala will begin with a Prosecco Reception sponsored by Dall’Armellina Vineyards in the Abdo New River Room at 5:00 PM. Guests will enjoy having photo portraits while listening to the delightful music of The Elegant Harp, a harp duo.
This will be followed by a performance of Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro at 6:00 PM in the Au-Rene Theater. “We look forward to everyone experiencing the sensational production of Le Nozze di Figaro, featuring an international cast, many of whom are returning, including some graduates of the FGO Studio making their debut in principal cast roles. What a wonderful way to celebrate our 78th Anniversary,” said Susan T. Danis, General Director and CEO.
After the opera, guests will enjoy dinner inspired by the opera, The Marriage of Figaro, in the Abdo New River Room, followed by dessert and dancing.
Program
Cocktails with the Elegant Harp . . . . . . . . . . . Abdo New River Room
The Marriage of Figaro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Au-Rene Theatre
Dinner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Abdo New River Room
Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Susan T. Danis, General Director & CEO
Appreciation . . . . . . . . . Linda Balent & Jan Solomon, Gala Co-Chairs
Dancing . . . . . …. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The Intracoastals
Menu
Nicoise salad of mixed greens, roasted potatoes, hard boiled eggs, hari coverts, roma tomatoes, capers and a mustard vinaigrette
Grilled Mahi-Mahi and Filet Mignon combination plate served with candied pineapple jasmine and chunky roasted root vegetables. Vegan meals available upon tableside request
Crème brûlée served with fresh raspberries & family-style platters of classic French pastries and petit fours
A Message from the Gala Chairs
“If only the whole world could feel the power of harmony.”
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Thank you for joining us tonight in support of Florida Grand Opera, one of the oldest and most important cultural institutions in Florida, currently in its 78th season. Our lives are forever enriched through music and the arts.
Tonight we share our delight in music, opera and the complexities of
love, with Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro. We hope you enjoy this memorable evening of music, dinner and dancing.
Dr. Linda Balent & Mrs. Jan Solomon
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Thank You
Thank you to our supporters who made this beautiful evening possible. Your generosity is deeply appreciated.
Silver Sponsors
Mrs. Barbara Copanos
Drs. Alvan and Linda Balent
Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Pierce
Dall’Armellina Vineyards
Underwriters
Dr. Jacqueline Hayward
Ms. Susan Danis
Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Hodgson
Mr. and Mrs. Roger Sturgeon
Drs. Peter Johnson and Shirley Admin
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Werner
Supporters
Ms. Beth Holland
Ms. Linda Smith
Mr. and Mrs. Jay Zukowski
Mrs. Helena Caplan
Dr. and Mrs. Amos Stoll
Mrs. Sally Robbins
Donors
The Amaturo Foundation
Mr. and Mrs. Roland Parent
Mr. and Mrs. David Treitel
Mr. and Mrs. Harold Solomon
Solomon International Solutions
Mrs. Joyce Walker
Mrs. Melanie Camp