EVENT & SPONSORSHIP DETAILS
Join Honorary Co-Chairs Dr. Luis Tomatis and Gretchen Minnhaar for
TANGO! PASSION! NIGHT WITH THE OPERA
Wednesday October 12, 2016 | 5:30pm | CityFlatsHotel Ballroom
Celebrate the beautiful tradition of the Argentinian tango and its powerful impact on society, music, people, and history. Opera Grand Rapids is proud to present special guest artist, Catalina Cuervo, in her signature role of María in Ástor Piazzolla’s tango opera, María de Buenos Aires (libretto by Horacio Ferrer). Share in the fire, the passion, and a Night With The Opera!
Tango-inspired, red and black attire
SCHEDULE
5:30 pm Events RoomTransport yourself to República Argentina—a world of stately architecture, delicious steak and passionate tango—as you enjoy Latin inspired music in an intimate cocktail hour.
6:30 pm BallroomShare in a panoramic operatic theatre experience with excerpts from Opera Grand Rapids production of Ástor Piazzolla’s tango opera, María de Buenos Aires performed throughout the room. Immerse yourself in the story and become part of the scene. Round out the evening as you enjoy beautifully crafted, Argentinian inspired dishes in a unique dining experience.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Your consideration to sponsor Tango! Passion! Night With The Opera is sincerely appreciated. As a thank you, please review the sponsorship levels and benefits listed below. For additional information or to make a special sponsorship request, please contact Development Director, Angela Freier at [email protected].
SPONSORSHIP LEVELS AND BENEFITS
PLATINUM $10,000 Tax deduction $8,000
• 1 Reserved Premium table for 8 people at Night With The Opera ($2,000 value) • Exclusive Premium ad placement in the María de Buenos Aires program • Recognition from stage at Night With The Opera • Plus additional benefits listed below
GOLD $5,000 Tax deduction $4,000
• 1 Reserved Premium table for 8 people at Night With The Opera ($2,000 value) • Exclusive ad placement in the María de Buenos Aires program • Recognition from stage at Night With The Opera • Plus additional benefits listed below
SILVER $2,500 Tax deduction $2,000
• 1 Reserved table for 8 people at Night With The Opera ($2,000 value) • Exclusive ad placement in the María de Buenos Aires program • Plus additional benefits listed below
BRONZE $100–$2,499 Tax deduction varies based on donation
• Benefits listed below
BENEFITS INCLUDED WITH ALL SPONSORSHIP LEVELS
• Recognition (name/logo) on all printed and online materials associated with the 2016 Night With The Opera (guaranteed only until September 1, 2016) • Recognition (name/logo) in the 2016–17 Opera Grand Rapids performance programs under Night With The Opera Sponsors • Recognition (name/logo) on operagr.org with link to your company website • Recognition (name/logo) at the María de Buenos Aires performances
SPONSORSHIP PLEDGE
(name of company/individual)
pledges to support Opera Grand Rapids Night With The Opera at the following level:
Platinum $10,000 Gold $5,000 Silver $2,500 Bronze $100–$2,499: $
SPONSOR NAME (as you would like it to appear in all promotional materials):
Name/Title:
Signature: Date:
Contact Name (for tickets/benefits):
Contact Email: Contact Phone:
METHOD OF PAYMENT
Please invoice (month preferred):
Payment enclosed: Check Credit Card
Credit Card #: CVV: Exp. Date:
Name on the Card (print): Signature:
Please make checks payable to Opera Grand Rapids
Betty Van Andel Opera Center 1320 East Fulton Grand Rapids, MI 49503
At your convenience, please provide a vector file logo for your company and website address to Angela so that we may acknowledge your support.
Angela Freier, Development Director | 616.451.2741 ext. 106 | [email protected]