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New Donor Levels and Perks

At First Coast Opera, our supporters make everything we do possible. We're introducing new donor recognition levels to celebrate the generosity of all of you who help bring exceptional opera to audiences throughout our community. Every gift, at every level, helps make our work possible.​


​​With our 2026-2027 season announcement just around the corner, we're excited to offer new donor benefits designed to bring you closer to the art you love. Depending on giving level, benefits include early access to tickets, special events, and exclusive artist experiences.​


​Whether you're a longtime patron or making your first contribution, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of opera on the First Coast. Your gift helps sustain artistic excellence today while inspiring the next generation of audiences, artists, and supporters.

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2026-2027 Individual Donor Levels


Supporter — Up to $249

Recognition in printed season programs


Advocate — $250–$499

All Supporter benefits

Subscription to donor e-newsletter


Aria Circle — $500–$999

All Advocate benefits

Early access to mainstage ticket sales


Virtuoso Circle — $1,000–$2,499

All Aria Circle benefits

Recognition in select production supertitles or donor materials

Recognition on the First Coast Opera Website 


Maestro Circle — $2,500–$4,999

All Virtuoso Circle benefits

Invitation to a donor appreciation event

Select opportunities for artist meet-and-greet experiences*

*Note: Artist meet-and-greet opportunities are subject to artist availability and venue limitations.


Impresario Circle — $5,000–$9,999

All Maestro Circle benefits

Invitation to select rehearsals, salons, or special donor events 

Enhanced donor recognition opportunities throughout the season

Artist sponsorship opportunities 


Grand Patron Circle — $10,000–$24,999

All Impresario Circle benefits

Invitations to exclusive dinners or receptions with artists and leadership* 

Dedicated ticketing assistance and premium reserved seating access for all productions 

Performance sponsorship opportunities 

*Note: Certain special events or enhanced ticket experiences may require separate purchase or reservation.


Sustainer’s Circle — $25,000+

All Grand Patron Circle benefits

Recognition as a season sponsor 

Curated private artistic experiences

Special updates and engagement opportunities with artistic leadership

Next On Our Stage

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Celebrating America250


Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 5pm​​

The Waterworks

184 San Marco Ave.

St. Augustine, FL 32084​

Kick off Independence Day weekend with a special concert featuring early American music and patriotic favorites, presented in collaboration with the EMMA Concert Association. This free event for all ages ends with an old-fashioned ice cream social!

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Arts Around Town

EMMA Words & Music

June 4 • St. Johns Classical Guitar Ensemble


First Friday Concert Series

June 5 • Organ Recital


Limelight Theatre

June 4-21 • The Battle of Shallowford


St. Augustine Music Festival

June 19-28 • 2026 Festival


Apex Theatre Studio

June 24-25 • The Complete Works of Shakespeare Abridged

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Our productions are supported in part by the

St. Johns County Tourist Development Council (TDC) and the St. Johns Cultural Council (SJCC).

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