Opera Ball 2008

November 8th at the Sheraton Waikiki

    HOT is proud to announce it’s 2008 Opera Ball co-chairs Josette Marsh, Linda Fulgenzi, and Kim Karolovich.  This year’s theme, “The Great Escape” ties in with HOT’s Grand Opera 2009 Season of Escape.  “We are in the beginning planning stages of this year's ball and we’re really excited about the direction it’s going in.  “The Great Escape” theme is a perfect way to bring in Grand Opera 2009 productions of Manon Lescaut, Abduction from the Seraglio, and Carmen,” said Josette Marsh, Opera Ball co-chair.  HOT’s premiere fundraising black-tie event will be held November 8th at the Sheraton Waikiki.   

    Opera Ball table prices range from $3,500 - $15,000.  Individual tickets are $350.  HOT ticket sales cover just 40% of the company’s operating budget so the annual Opera Ball is its single most important fundraising event. Funds raised through the Opera Ball and other resources, support HOT programs throughout the year, including its world-class productions featuring international opera performers, the full Honolulu Symphony Orchestra and HOT’s powerful chorus of up to 70 resident singers.  For more information, contact Nikki Nielsen, at 596-7372 ext. 14 or e-mail n_nielsen@hawaiiopera.org.