2021 MN Opera Virtual Benefit

Honor the past, celebrate the present, envision the future.

Join us for an evening dedicated to beautiful music, inspiring people, impactful programs, and the world premiere of Art is a Verb. This program will feature the writings and performances of some of your favorite MN Opera artists.

Streaming February 27-March 13

To become an individual sponsor, please call Mallory Roberts at 630-981-7843 (mobile) or 612-342-9566 (office). Individual sponsors receive an exclusive premium gift bag, program recognition,and invitations to sponsor-only events with artists and the creative team.

*Please note that premium gift bag quantities are limited, available while supplies last.

Donations of up to $1,000 will be matched dollar for dollar until we reach $200,000 thanks to generous matching gifts from Chip & Vicki Emery and Ruth & John Huss.

Art is a Verb

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Learn more about Art is a Verb, a new opera piece written by Harrison David Rivers, composed by B.E. Boykin, and directed by Lily Tung Crystal.

Sponsorship Benefits

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Become a sponsor and gain access to benefits such as treats and treasures from local vendors, a special recital by Jack Swanson, and exclusive conversations with Art is a Verb artists.

Digital Program

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Learn more about the beautiful music, inspiring people, impactful programs, and the world premiere of Art is a Verb.


Virtual Benefit Honorary Chair, Virginia L. Stringer

Presented by the 2021 Virtual Benefit Committee:
Wendy Unglaub, Chair
Karen Bachman and Wayne Zink, Vice Chairs


A special thanks to Best Buy, Ecolab, Wells Fargo, and the companies below for sponsoring the 2021 MN Opera Virtual Benefit.





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