Message from President, Patricia Coyne-Johnson
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There is great news to share this month!
The Arizona Opera will be honoring our Tucson League with the Crystal Key Award at the Annual Gala Luncheon on Saturday, March 14, 2020. I am hoping that ALL of you who are and have been so dedicated to Arizona Opera and who have lovingly supported the Tucson League for so many years will be able to join us for this wonderful celebration, and we have much to celebrate! The Tucson League was started 47 years ago by a small group of dedicated women who called themselves the “Opera Dames”. Together, we have donated over $1,000,000 in support of Arizona Opera with our events and activities. Together, we have been very loyal patrons, season ticket holders, and opera enthusiasts. Please join us in celebrating almost 50 years of ensuring that this beautiful art form is available in Tucson. Event details and a special price for Arizona Opera League of Tucson members follows.
In addition, next season’s repertoire was announced last month. The McDougall RED Series begins with Arizona Opera’s second World Premiere commission,
The Copper Queen
. The RED Series continues with the Regional Premiere of a new, holiday-themed mariachi opera,
El Milagro del Recuerdo
(The Miracle of Remembering). This opera is a prequel to the hugely popular
Cruzar la Cara de la Luna
, which Arizona Opera presented to great critical and popular acclaim during its 2014/15 season.
Next season’s three Main Stage Series begins with one of the most popular operas in the entire canon, Bizet’s
Carmen
, and continues with the romantic and charming comedy,
The Elixir of Love
. The Main Stage season is completed by a new production of
A Streetcar Named Desire
, presented in the Marlu Allan and Scott Stallard Modern Masterworks Series. Based upon the classic Tennessee Williams’ play, Streetcar, features a musical score by film composer, Andre Previn, in a new production that will be directed by the internationally-acclaimed operatic artist, Patricia Racette.
See you at the opera!
Patricia
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Please give a warm welcome to our two new League members, Cynthia Pruett and Karen Wadman. We are delighted that they have joined us.
Be sure to add Karen's and Cynthia's contact information to your League
Directory:
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Cynthia Pruett
11792 N. Adobe Village Pl.
Marana Az. 85658
(520) 572-0366
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Karen Wadman
12350 N. Reflection Ridge Dr.
Oro Valley Az. 85755-0836
(520) 797-0585
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Make Your Reservation
NOW
for the
Green Valley
Annual League Luncheon!
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Saturday, January 25, 2020
The Grill on the Green at Canoa Ranch Golf Course
5800 S Camino Del Sol
Green Valley, AZ 85614
Price: $40
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Chicken Chardonnay
Grilled Salmon Salad
Pasta Primavera
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You should have received your invitation in the mail, but if not . . .
Call or email Cheri Smith:
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Don't miss out!
This will be a very special event. . . and this year we have four fabulous singers for the price of one!
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January 27, 2020
6:00PM
Union Public House
4340 N Campbell Ave,.
Tucson, AZ 85718
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OPERA BOOK CLUB:
SCÈNES DE LA VIE DE BOHÈME
At this meeting of the Opera Book Club, sponsored by the Arizona Opera, we'll be discussing
Scènes de la vie de Bohème
by Henri Murger.
Join our discussion to gain added context that will enhance your experience at this upcoming opera.
Appetizers will be provided, and additional food and drink will be available for purchase.
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At this fabulous Gala, Arizona Opera is recognizing the Arizona Opera League of Tucson for all we have done in support of the opera for the past 47 years.
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The special discounted price of $150 will be extended until January 15
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for League members only and their guests
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How You Can Purchase Tickets
There is a Gala Luncheon (Single Ticket $200) option in the dropdown menu. The $200 represents the current pricing. League members, however, may enter $150 as the gift amount in the Paypal section of the online form.
Call the Opera's Special Events Manager, Shannon Fose . . .
You can reach Shanna at 602-903-5720 after Monday, January 6. (Please note that Shannon is on vacation until then, but you can call Sarah or Logan or the box office in the meantime.)
Click
here
to download the Gala Reservation Form, complete the form and mail the form, along with your payment, to:
Arizona Opera
Attn: Shannon Fose
1636 N. Central Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85004
Be sure to purchase your tickets as soon as possible, since this event will almost certainly sell out.
The opera is honoring the League in recognition of our many years of support. We can honor their recognition by attending the luncheon .
Transportation can be arranged with car pools or bus.
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Bravo Vino 2020 Wine Festival
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Date And Time
Sat, March 28, 2020
11:00 AM – 6:00 PM MST
Location
The Gregory School
3231 North Craycroft Road
Tucson, AZ 85712
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A few seats are still available for the
Riders of the Purple Sage
Opera Feast on February 22, 2020, at the home of Sabrina Rigas. Sabrina is in the food business, and her Feast will be creative and delicious.
Contact Jean Cooper at
jeansaralee@msn.com
if you are interested in attending.
All other Opera Feasts are sold out.
To attend this sumptuous feast, reserve your space today.
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Riders of the Purple Sage
Feast
Tucson
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February 22, 2020
5:30 p.m.
Hosted by Sabrina Rigas
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Arizona Opera League of Tucson
Membership Services
140 El Membrillo
Green Valley, AZ 85614
(520) 625-3417
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