Donor Benefits

Beginning January 2026

When you make a donation to Central City Opera’s annual fund, you may be eligible for the following benefits:

Associate ($100 - $249)
  • Priority Access to exclusive ticket pre-sale for our summer Festival before members of the public.  
  • Recognition in the Festival Program, celebrating your commitment to the arts. 
Patron ($250 - $499)
  • Priority Access to exclusive ticket pre-sale for our summer Festival before members of the public.  
  • Recognition in the Festival Program, celebrating your commitment to the arts. 
  • VIP Experience for two (2) to pre-curtain and intermission receptions in the elegant Teller House Donor Lounge, complete with complimentary refreshments.  
Benefactor ($500 - $999)
  • Priority Access to exclusive ticket pre-sale for our summer Festival before members of the public.  
  • Recognition in the Festival Program, celebrating your commitment to the arts. 
  • VIP Experience for two (2) to pre-curtain and intermission receptions in the elegant Teller House Donor Lounge, complete with complimentary refreshments. 
  • Exclusive invitations to Central City Opera’s Special Events throughout the year, connecting you with fellow arts enthusiasts.  
  • Opportunity for two (2) to accompany Scott Finlay, CCO President & CEO, to the annual performance of Central City Opera singers at the Denver Lyric Opera Guild’s Opera on Tuesday Luncheon in May of 2026 (limited availability).  
  • One (1) Festival poster signed by members of the cast, artistic team, or Artist Training Program (upon request).  
        Artist's Circle ($1,000 - $2,499)
        • Priority Access to exclusive ticket pre-sale for our summer Festival before members of the public.  
        • Recognition in the Festival Program, celebrating your commitment to the arts. 
        • VIP Experience for two (2) to pre-curtain and intermission receptions in the elegant Teller House Donor Lounge, complete with complimentary refreshments. 
        • Exclusive invitations to Central City Opera’s Special Events throughout the year, connecting you with fellow arts enthusiasts.  
        • Opportunity for two (2) to accompany Scott Finlay, CCO President & CEO, to the annual performance of Central City Opera singers at the Denver Lyric Opera Guild’s Opera on Tuesday Luncheon in May of 2026 (limited availability).  
        • One (1) Festival poster signed by members of the cast, artistic team, or Artist Training Program (upon request).  
        • Curated private tour for two (2) behind-the-scenes of CCO’s historic opera house and Teller House, offering glimpses few ever see (available outside Festival dates).   
           
        Conductor's Circle ($2,500 - $4,999)
        • Priority Access to exclusive ticket pre-sale for our summer Festival before members of the public.  
        • Recognition in the Festival Program, celebrating your commitment to the arts. 
        • VIP Experience for two (2) to pre-curtain and intermission receptions in the elegant Teller House Donor Lounge, complete with complimentary refreshments. 
        • Exclusive invitations to Central City Opera’s Special Events throughout the year, connecting you with fellow arts enthusiasts.  
        • Opportunity for two (2) to accompany Scott Finlay, CCO President & CEO, to the annual performance of Central City Opera singers at the Denver Lyric Opera Guild’s Opera on Tuesday Luncheon in May of 2026 (limited availability).  
        • One (1) Festival poster signed by members of the cast, artistic team, or Artist Training Program (upon request).  
        • Curated private tour for two (2) behind-the-scenes of CCO’s historic opera house and Teller House, offering glimpses few ever see (available outside Festival dates). 
        • Private, expanded tour for four (4) of several Central City most treasured landmarks, personally led by Eric Chinn, Director of Historic Properties (available outside of Festival dates).
        • Exclusive invitation to CCO’s World Is a Stage annual trip, featuring unique cultural experiences alongside opera insiders and CCO leadership. 

           

           

          Director's Circle ($5,000 - $7,499)
          • Priority Access to exclusive ticket pre-sale for our summer Festival before members of the public.  
          • Recognition in the Festival Program, celebrating your commitment to the arts. 
          • VIP Experience for two (2) to pre-curtain and intermission receptions in the elegant Teller House Donor Lounge, complete with complimentary refreshments. 
          • Exclusive invitations to Central City Opera’s Special Events throughout the year, connecting you with fellow arts enthusiasts.  
          • Opportunity for two (2) to accompany Scott Finlay, CCO President & CEO, to the annual performance of Central City Opera singers at the Denver Lyric Opera Guild’s Opera on Tuesday Luncheon in May of 2026 (limited availability).  
          • One (1) Festival poster signed by members of the cast, artistic team, or Artist Training Program (upon request).  
          • Curated private tour for two (2) behind-the-scenes of CCO’s historic opera house and Teller House, offering glimpses few ever see (available outside Festival dates).
          • Private, expanded tour for four (4) of several Central City most treasured landmarks, personally led by Eric Chinn, Director of Historic Properties (available outside of Festival dates).
          • Exclusive invitation to CCO’s World Is a Stage annual trip, featuring unique cultural experiences alongside opera insiders and CCO leadership. 
          • Opportunity for two (2) to attend a Dress Rehearsal or Sitzprobe (the first time the singers and orchestra rehearse together). Limited availability.    
          • Opportunity for two (2) to observe Artist Training Program audition classes (Fridays during the summer festival) 
                Composer's Circle ($7,500 - $12,499)
                • Priority Access to exclusive ticket pre-sale for our summer Festival before members of the public.  
                • Recognition in the Festival Program, celebrating your commitment to the arts. 
                • VIP Experience for two (2) to pre-curtain and intermission receptions in the elegant Teller House Donor Lounge, complete with complimentary refreshments. 
                • Exclusive invitations to Central City Opera’s Special Events throughout the year, connecting you with fellow arts enthusiasts.  
                • Opportunity for two (2) to accompany Scott Finlay, CCO President & CEO, to the annual performance of Central City Opera singers at the Denver Lyric Opera Guild’s Opera on Tuesday Luncheon in May of 2026 (limited availability).  
                • One (1) Festival poster signed by members of the cast, artistic team, or Artist Training Program (upon request).  
                • Curated private tour for two (2) behind-the-scenes of CCO’s historic opera house and Teller House, offering glimpses few ever see (available outside Festival dates).
                • Private, expanded tour for four (4) of several Central City most treasured landmarks, personally led by Eric Chinn, Director of Historic Properties (available outside of Festival dates).
                • Exclusive invitation to CCO’s World Is a Stage annual trip, featuring unique cultural experiences alongside opera insiders and CCO leadership. 
                • Opportunity for two (2) to attend a Dress Rehearsal or Sitzprobe (the first time the singers and orchestra rehearse together). Limited availability.    
                • Opportunity for two (2) to observe Artist Training Program audition classes (Fridays during the summer festival) 
                • Personal concierge service from CCO staff to secure your tickets, reserve Face Bar dining, and guide hotel accommodations for a seamless Festival experience from start to finish.   
                • Opportunity for two (2) to sit in on Industry Day auditions during the Summer Festival, seeing tomorrow’s stars today. Limited availability.  
                        Performance Sponsor ($12,500 - $24,999)
                        • Priority Access to exclusive ticket pre-sale for our summer Festival before members of the public.  
                        • Recognition in the Festival Program, celebrating your commitment to the arts. 
                        • VIP Experience for two (2) to pre-curtain and intermission receptions in the elegant Teller House Donor Lounge, complete with complimentary refreshments. 
                        • Exclusive invitations to Central City Opera’s Special Events throughout the year, connecting you with fellow arts enthusiasts.  
                        • Opportunity for two (2) to accompany Scott Finlay, CCO President & CEO, to the annual performance of Central City Opera singers at the Denver Lyric Opera Guild’s Opera on Tuesday Luncheon in May of 2026 (limited availability).  
                        • One (1) Festival poster signed by members of the cast, artistic team, or Artist Training Program (upon request).  
                        • Curated private tour for two (2) behind-the-scenes of CCO’s historic opera house and Teller House, offering glimpses few ever see (available outside Festival dates).
                        • Private, expanded tour for four (4) of several Central City most treasured landmarks, personally led by Eric Chinn, Director of Historic Properties (available outside of Festival dates).
                        • Exclusive invitation to CCO’s World Is a Stage annual trip, featuring unique cultural experiences alongside opera insiders and CCO leadership. 
                        • Opportunity for two (2) to attend a Dress Rehearsal or Sitzprobe (the first time the singers and orchestra rehearse together). Limited availability.    
                        • Opportunity for two (2) to observe Artist Training Program audition classes (Fridays during the summer festival) 
                        • Personal concierge service from CCO staff to secure your tickets, reserve Face Bar dining, and guide hotel accommodations for a seamless Festival experience from start to finish.   
                        • Opportunity for two (2) to sit in on Industry Day auditions during the Summer Festival, seeing tomorrow’s stars today. Limited availability.  

                          Plus one of the following options:

                          CELEBRATION PACKAGE:  

                          • Private Pre-Performance Reception for up to eight (8) guests held in one of CCO’s historic Victorian properties. 
                          • Eight (8) complimentary tickets to a Festival performance.  
                          • Four (4) complimentary parking passes for the Teller Parking Lot.  
                          • Distinguished recognition as a Performance Sponsor on Opera House Doors and performance supertitles.   

                          INTIMATE EXPERIENCE PACKAGE:   

                          • Complimentary meal for four (4) in the Face Bar with priority seating before a show.  
                          • Four (4) tickets to a Festival performance 
                          • One (1) complimentary parking pass. 
                          • Distinguished recognition as a Performance Sponsor on Opera House Doors and performance supertitles. 

                          OPENING NIGHT PACKAGE: 

                          • Two (2) complimentary tickets to a Festival Performance. 
                          • One (1) complimentary parking pass for the Teller Parking Lot.  
                          • Two (2) complimentary tickets to one of our Opening Night Dinner events.  
                          • Distinguished recognition as a Performance Sponsor on Opera House Doors and performance supertitles. 
                                Production Sponsor ($25,000+)

                                Bespoke sponsorship experience tailored to your preferences, including special recognition in the Festival Program, customized pre-performance reception, and an elevated donor benefits package designed for discerning arts patrons.