sacramento opera 2008-2009 season brochure

SacramentoOpera2008–2009 season

sacopera.org 916.737.1000

“Fabulous singing,

staging and a gripping production”

—Charlene Kunitz, Sacramento Opera Patron

Recently, Janos Gereben, arts critic for San Francisco Classical Voice wrote, “Sacramento, famed—if rather small-townish—capital of California, is not where you’d expect world-class opera. And yet, on Sunday afternoon, this first-time visitor to Sacramento Opera had a delightful surprise by an outstanding experience thereof.” As a subscriber, we hope you too have been surprised by an outstanding experience—whether by the operas of Puccini, Verdi, or Rossini, Strauss, Jr., Mozart, or yes, even Britten.

Well, the 2008–2009 Season has been designed to provide you with not only an outstanding experience, but a truly joyous celebration of this unique art form. It will continue our commitment towards mounting productions of world-class opera, featuring emerging world-class singers, seasoned stage directors, and the acclaimed Sacramento Philharmonic Orchestra under the baton of Sacramento Opera’s Artistic Director, Timm Rolek.

We’ll kick the season off with Arias, Overtures & Arabesques. Presented in one performance only at 2 pm on Sunday, September 21, 2008, this feast of great operatic music will showcase a broad selection of operatic gems presented by guest soloists, the Sacramento Opera Chorus, and featuring the Sacramento Philharmonic Orchestra, and principals from the Sacramento Ballet. This is an “add-on” event and not included as part of the subscription series, however, tickets are being offered to our subscribers FIRST before the general public. Seating is first-come, first served.

The first full production of the season is a rollicking tale of pirates on the high seas, or in Penzance at least, and damsels in distress. Conceived in the high Victorian world of 1879, Gilbert and Sullivan’s ever popular comedy, The Pirates of Penzance sails into Sacramento for three performances only on November 21, 23, and 25, 2008. Noted designer, John Conklin, commented in an interview with Glimmerglass Opera, “Pirates is probably the best example of Sullivan’s incredible ability to parody operatic styles and, at the same time, tap into their emotional strengths.” Sullivan constantly shifts in musical style, from a Verdi trio to a Schubert art song, from a Rossini patter song to a Handelian anthem.

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You’re invited to come take a refreshing look at this gem of the lyric theater.

On February 27, March 1 and 3, 2009, we present The Marriage of Figaro. Mozart’s most popular opera is a perpetual motion machine that sparkles with genius. There’s never a dull moment as Count Almaviva and his entourage navigate the ups and downs of preparing a wedding—or two! A miraculous marriage of music and drama in this sublime comedy of manners, as touching as it is funny. Figaro has been noted as one of the top 10 operas to see during your lifetime.

We close the season with three performances of Puccini’s timeless tale, La Boheme, on May 8, 10, and 12, 2009. A tale as contemporary today as when it was composed, La Boheme follows the story of young bohemians living in Paris, a poet, a painter, a musician and a philosopher who long for a deeper connection to society, to one another, and in the case of the poet Rodolfo, to the beautiful but frail seamstress, Mimi. This production features some the greatest arias and music in the repertoire and is not to be missed. This production takes place during Mother’s Day weekend, so buy an extra ticket for Mom.

Remember, as a full season subscriber, not only do we guarantee you the same seats from year to year, BUT, you save an impressive 20% off the single ticket price. So, SubScribe Now aNd Save!

So that we may continue to present and improve the artistic value of our product, we remain dependent on your generous financial help. Ticket prices cover only 60% of our production expense, while the balance must come from you and me. Please consider making a generous gift with your subscription order to help offset our costs and to keep subscription prices at an affordable level. Your gift will be judiciously used in our continuing effort to build an opera company of a size, scope, and stature appropriate for the Capital City of California.

Sincerely,

Rod Gideons, Executive Director

dear friend,

2008—2009 season sponsor

James & Joyce Raley Teel

season individual sponsor

Barbara K. Jackson

Photo: Sacramento Opera/Eleakis Photography

Arias, Overtures, & Arabesques

A special concert celebration with the Sacramento Philharmonic Orchestra

and the Sacramento BalletSunday, September 21, 2008 at 2 pm

The Pirates of Penzance

By Gilbert & Sullivan

Friday, November 21, 2008 at 8 pmSunday, November 23, 2008 at 2 pm

Tuesday, November 25, 2008 at 7:30 pm

The Marriage of Figaro

Music by Mozart

Friday, February 27, 2009 at 8 pmSunday, March 1, 2009 at 2 pm

Tuesday, March 3, 2009 at 7:30 pm

La Boheme Music by Puccini

Friday, May 8, 2009 at 8 pmSunday, May 10, 2009 at 2 pm

Tuesday, May 12, 2009 at 7:30 pm

All performances take place at the Sacramento Community Center Theater

1301 L Street, Sacramento

“ spectacularly sung…” —Janos Gereben,

San Francisco Classical Voice

SacramentoOpera2008–2009 season

Arias, Overtures,& Arabesques

a special presentation!Enjoy a special concert celebration that showcases a selection of operatic gems presented by guest soloists, the Sacramento Opera Chorus, the Sacramento Philharmonic Orchestra,and principals from the Sacramento Ballet.

production scheduleSunday, September 21, 2008 at 2 pm

production locationSacramento Community Center Theater1301 L Street, Sacramento

Tickets for this concert can be added to any Sacramento Opera season subscription.

Interested in a ticket for this concert only? Single tickets are $22 to $87 and go on saleJuly 18, 2008, 916.808.5181 or tickets.com.

“Brilliant singing…” —John, Dana, and Kirsten Bernhardt, Sacramento Opera patrons

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Arias, Overtures,& Arabesques

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The Pirates of PenzanceA Sacramento Opera Premiere!

Operetta in two acts

Music by Arthur Sullivan

Libretto by W.S. Gilbert

Sung in English with English supertitles

production scheduleFriday, November 21, 2008 at 8 pm

Sunday, November 23, 2008 at 2 pm

Tuesday, November 25, 2008 at 7:30 pm


Conductor, Timm RolekSacramento Philharmonic Orchestra

Include The Pirates of Penzance in your season subscription today! See enclosed order form.

Single tickets $15 to $115. (On sale July 18, 2008, 916.808.5181 or tickets.com)

settingThe coast of Cornwall, mid 1800s

Laugh along on this rollicking tale of pirates on the high seas (or in Penzance at least) and damsels in distress. Conceived in the high Victorian world of 1879, Gilbert and Sullivan’s ever popular comedy, The Pirates of Penzance, features well-known songs

“I Am the Very Model of a Modern Major-General” and “Poor Wandering One.”

First performed in Paignton, Royal Bijou Theatre, December 30, 1879.


The Pirates of Penzance

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The MarriageofFigaro

One of the top 10 operas to see during your lifetime!

Opera buffa in four acts

Music by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Libretto by Lorenzo Da Ponte

Sung in Italian with English supertitles

production scheduleFriday, February 27, 2009 at 8 pm

Sunday, March 1, 2009 at 2 pm

Tuesday, March 3, 2009 at 7:30 pm



Include The Marriage of Figaro in your season subscription today! See enclosed order form.

Single tickets $15 to $115. (On sale July 18, 2008, 916.808.5181 or tickets.com)

settingAguasfrescas near Seville, the Almavivas’ country house, 1786

A cornerstone of the operatic repertoire, The Marriage of Figaro was one of Mozart’s most successful works. Based on a once banned stage comedy by Pierre Beaumarchais, this brilliant opera gives us a miraculous marriage of music and drama in a sublime comedy of manners, as touching as it is funny.

First performed Vienna, Burgtheater, May 1, 1786


The MarriageofFigaro

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La Boheme

Opera in four acts

Music by Giacomo Puccini

Libretto by Giuseppe Giacosa and Luigi Illica

Sung in Italian with English supertitles

production scheduleFriday, May 8, 2009 at 8 pm

Sunday, May 10, 2009 at 2 pm

Tuesday, May 12, 2009 at 7:30 pm

production locationSacramento Community Center Theater, 1301 L Street, Sacramento


Include La Bohème in your season subscription today! See enclosed order form. Single tickets $15 to $115. (On sale July 18, 2008, 916.808.5181 or tickets.com)

settingParis, about 1830

Part of the inspiration for the popular Broadway musical, Rent; La Bohèmefollows the story of young bohemians living in Paris, a poet, a painter, a musician, and a philosopher who long for a deeper connection to society, to one another, and in the case of the poet Rodolfo, to the beautiful but frail seamstress, Mimi. This production features some of the greatest arias and music in the repertoire and is not to be missed.

First performed Turin, Teatro Regio, February 1, 1896

“Luminous rapture of love at first sight…”

—Florida Grand Opera


La BohemePhoto: Des Moines Metro Opera

“Luminous rapture of love at first sight…”

—Florida Grand Opera

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education & outreach

Opera-Tunities is an interactive hour of opera for K-12 classrooms, featuring opera singers from the region. Opera-Tunities includes lesson plans, audio excerpts from the current production, handouts, and discussion. For more information, contact the Sacramento Opera at 916.737.1000.

The Ticket Subsidy Program provides discounted tickets for students from area schools. Over twenty local schools participate in this program. For more information, contact the Sacramento Opera at 916.737.1000.

upcoming education and outreach eventsOpera Interludes at Borders Books & Music Join us for free, informal gatherings! Get acquainted with the Sacramento Opera and its upcoming productions with stirring live performances and commentary.

Saturday, July 19, 2008 at 7 pm4750 Natomas Boulevard, Sacramento, CA 95835

Saturday, September 13, 2008 at 7 pm2339 Fair Oaks Boulevard, Sacramento, CA 95825

Saturday, November 15, 2008 at 7 pm4750 Natomas Boulevard, Sacramento, CA 95835

Saturday, February 21, 2009 at 7 pm2339 Fair Oaks Boulevard, Sacramento, CA 95825

Saturday, May 2, 2009 at 7 pm500 First Street #1, Davis, CA 95616

Timm RolekSACRAMENTO OPERA ARTISTIC DIRECTOR

2008—2009opera talksHighly informative and always

entertaining, Opera Talks are the perfect introduction to upcoming

productions. This season’s discussions take place:

The Pirates of Penzance Opera TalkWednesday, November 12, 2008

at 7:30 pm

The Marriage of Figaro Opera Talk Wednesday, February 18, 2009

at 7:30 pm

La Bohème Opera Talk Wednesday, April 29, 2009

at 7:30 pm

All Opera Talks take place at the Scottish Rite Masonic Center,

6151 H Street, Sacramento. $10 general/$7 subscribers. Tickets available at the door.

“Elegantly staged and shrewdly interpreted”

—Jonathan Kiefer, Sacramento News & Review

Want to stay up to date on all of the Sacramento

Opera’s latest events? Sign up for our e-newsletter by emailing

[email protected].


education & outreach

In addition to producing operas each year, the Sacramento Opera offers a variety ofeducation and outreach programs for youth and adults. Those new to opera and more

seasoned audiences will delight in informative discussions and special events!


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individual donor benefits

Did you know that the Sacramento Opera must raise nearly $4,000 a day to keep our doors open and the

curtain up on incredible opera performances throughout the year? Did you know that your ticket price covers

about 60% of our operating costs and the rest must be raised from the generous and dedicated contributions

of businesses, foundations, government resources, and individuals just like you? Help us make it all happen.

Become a partner in performance today! Call 916.737.1000 or visit sacopera.org for more information.

ENTHUSIAST ($75 to $124) [Value of Benefits Offered: $0]• Acknowledgement in opera

program for 12 months from receipt of gift

• Advance ticket sale notification• Use of exclusive Donor

Lounge during performances

FRIEND ($125 to $249) [Value of Benefits Offered: $0]• All the above, PLUS• Invitation to all Sacramento

Opera special events

AFICIONADO ($250 to $499) [Value of Benefits Offered: $20]• All the above, PLUS• Two (2) complimentary

tickets to all Opera Talks

IMPRESARIO ($500 to $999) [Value of Benefits Offered: $20]• All the above, PLUS• Two (2) complimentary

passes to a dress rehearsal• Special reception with

opera cast, OR invitation to attend the Cast Party

PATRON ($1,000 to $2,499) [Value of Benefits Offered: $300]• All the above, PLUS• Two (2) complimentary

guest tickets to each production, as available

• Two (2) additional complimentary guest passes to a dress rehearsal

• Complimentary parking for one car

• Exclusive donor reception with the Artistic and Executive Directors

• Four (4) complimentary beverage vouchers per production for use in the Donor Lounge

BENEFACTOR ($2,500 to $4,999)[Value of Benefits Offered: $500]• All of the above, PLUS• Two (2) additional

complimentary guest tickets to each production (4 total per show)

• Private backstage guided tour• Complimentary admission for

two (2) to the opening night Cast Party of each production

SPONSOR ($5,000 to $7,499) [Value of Benefits Offered: $700]• All the above, PLUS• Two (2) additional

complimentary guest tickets to each production (6 total per show)

• Invitation to exclusive Donor party

• Complimentary split of champagne at each production (serves two)

• Artistic Director and/or Executive Director will be your lunch or dinner guest

MAESTRO ($7,500 to $9,999) [Value of Benefits Offered: $900]• All the above, PLUS• Two complimentary splits

of champagne at each production (serves four)

• Dinner for two (2) hosted by the President of the Board

INVESTOR ($10,000 to $19,999) [Value of Benefits Offered: $1,200]• All the above, PLUS• Complimentary bottle

of champagne at each production (serves six)

• Recognition as Production Sponsor for one production on print materials, lobby signage, and supertitle screen prior to performances

• Sacramento Opera Holiday Carolers to perform at an event of your choice (must be arranged in advance and is subject to availability)

†PRODUCER ($20,000 to $29,999)

†SEASON SPONSOR ($30,000+)

†Donors at these levels are eligible for specially tailored benefits.

Questions? Contact the Sacramento Opera office at 916.737.1000.

Sacramento Opera is a 501(c)3 arts organization. Federal Tax ID #94-6080390. Allcontributions are tax deductible as provided by law. Please consult with your taxprofessional for the full amount you may claim as a deduction.

The total value of benefits offered for each gift level is designated in bracketsimmediately after the level heading.

NOTE: If you wish to claim the full amount of your contribution and “opt out” ofreceiving benefits, you must notify Sacramento Opera in writing.

matching giftsDo you work for a company that matches charitable contributions? You may be able to double the impact of your donation to the Sacramento Opera. Ask your employer for a matching gift form.


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“The Sacramento Opera is becoming more and more of an opera experience that establishes us as a cultural light in California” —Lawrence Fox, Sacramento Opera patron


business partnersOur business partners from the community

are enthusiastic supporters of the Sacramento

Opera. While providing assistance for mainstage

production, education programs, and community

outreach, Sacramento Opera Business Partners

also further their community visibility, reinforce

their current relationships with clients and

staff, and discover new customers.

Business Partner benefits are exclusively

tailored and can include:

• recognition in opera program books, projected

supertitles, Sacramento Opera web site, lobby

signage, and promotional print materials

• complimentary or discounted opera tickets

for client cultivation or staff incentives

• discounted or complimentary

advertising space in program book

• and much more!

Become a partner in our present and future

achievement. For more information about

becoming a business partner, please call

the Sacramento Opera at 916.737.1000.

advertise with sacramento operaReach your target audience. Advertising space in Sacramento Opera’s program books is available. Call 916.737.1000 or visit sacopera.org for more information.


“ BoutinGibson DiGiustoHodell Inc. welcomes the opportunity to partner with

the Sacramento Opera because we believe in supporting the local arts community.

Your audience is our audience.” —Ken Sockolov, Chief Operating Officer, Boutin Gibson Di Giusto Hodell Inc.


“Deeply engaging and highly provocative”

—Edward Ortiz, Sacramento Bee


The Sacramento Community Center Theater is adding a $1.50 facility fee per ticket for all events that take place at the theater starting July 1, 2008. This facility fee enables us to start the first stage of restoration on our 35-year old theater.

The theater facility fee will be used exclusively to enhance the wonderful experience you have come to expect.

For more information check online at: www.sacramentoconventioncenter.com/facilityfee

New Facility Fee Approved

Air conditioning

Things like

aren’t exactly scene stealers, but now they need our attention.

&plumbing, wiring,

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top five reasons to subscribe5 Find the best seats in the house.

When you are a Sacramento Opera subscriber, you receive priority seating and have your seats for the entire season.

4 Misplace your opera tickets? We will replace them.

3 Last minute changes in your schedule? We will exchange your tickets for a different performance day of the same production.

2 Be an insider. You will be notified of exciting upcoming Sacramento Opera events and programs in advance of the general public.

1 You can experience an entertaining 3-opera package for as little as $40. As a valued subscriber, your opera tickets are discounted up to 20% off single ticket prices.

Open the door to the glorious world of live, professional opera.

aboutPhoto: Sacram

ento Opera/

Eleakis Photographyexchanges• Exchanges for season subscribers are based on

availability. While we cannot guarantee the same seats, we will do our best to accommodate your request.

• The Box Office staff must have the exchanged tickets, for any performance, in hand by noon Wednesday prior to the opening Friday performance.

• Season ticket holders are asked to mail or bring tickets to the Sacramento Community Center Theater Box Office with the exchange requests noted.

• Exchanges can be made only for another performance of the same production.

• Please note that the difference in price will be charged for exchanges to a higher-priced seating location.

• There are NO REFUNDS on exchanges. Can’t use your tickets? We will give you a tax receipt for your donation, provided we have the tickets in hand by the Wednesday prior to the opening on Friday.

• Replacement tickets can be issued only once per opera and will be held at Will Call one hour prior to curtain.

lost tickets• Replacement tickets can be issued to Season Ticket

Subscribers by calling the Opera office at 916.737.1000 five days prior to the day of performance.

• If the Opera office is closed, call the Community Center Theater Box Office at 916.808.5181 or go to the box office no earlier than one hour before the scheduled performance.

• Replacement tickets can be issued only once per opera and will be held at Will Call one hour prior to curtain.

season subscriber ticket policies performance venue

SAcRAMeNTO cOMMuNITy ceNTeR TheATeRPerformances take place at the Sacramento Community Center Theater, 1301 L Street,Sacramento, CA. For parking, directions, and other information about the theater, visitwww.sacramentoconventioncenter.com/venues/communityCenterTheater or call the Community Center Theater Box Office at 916.808.5181.

college student rush ticketsPresent a current student identification card at the Sacramento Community Center Theater Box Office one hour prior to curtain time to receive two tickets at $10 each plus the $1.50 per ticket Sacramento Community Center Theater Facility Fee. Cash only. Subject to availability.

group salesAttend Sacramento Opera performances with your friends, family, and colleagues and save! Groups of 10 or more receive 10% off and groups of 20 or more receive 20% off. Group tickets must be purchased as one transaction. To order, call the Sacramento Opera at 916.737.1000. The Sacramento Community Center Theater Facility Fee of $1.50 per ticket applies to group sales.

gift certificatesGive the gift of opera. Gift certificates for Sacramento Opera performances are available in any amount. To order, call 916.737.1000.


aboutPhoto: Sacramento Opera/Eleakis Photography

Sacramento Opera MissionThe mission of the Sacramento Opera is to produce outstanding opera, to develop and cultivate

a wider public interest in opera and its allied arts, and to further music education in the region.

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Single tickets go on sale July 18, 2008 through the Sacramento

Community Center Theater Box Office. Call 916.808.5181 or visit tickets.com to purchase tickets.

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Questions? Call 916.737.1000 or visit sacopera.org.

Step 1: On the Subscription Ticket Order Form, please print your contact information.

Step 2: Select a performance subscription (full or mini, and what day). If selecting a mini-subscription, indicate which two operas you would like to see. Refer to the seating diagram and price list to determine your seating section preference. Indicate your seating preference, alternate seating section, number of tickets desired, and price each on order form. Enter the subtotal(s).

Step 3: If you would like to add any single tickets to your subscription order, enter the information here. Please refer to the Single Ticket Price chart for ticket amounts.

Step 4: If you would like to add tickets for the September 21, 2008 concert, “Arias, Overtures, & Arabesques,” enter the information here. NOTE: Seating for this concert is based on the date that your order is received.

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Step 5: Indicate any special seating requests.

Step 6: Add ticket subtotals, facility fee subtotal, and contribution amount (optional), and fill in the Total Amount Due. NOTE: The City of Sacramento Facility Fee is a required charge for each ticket sold. The $1.50/ticket fee goes towards restoration of the Sacramento Community Center Theater. Example: 2 full season subscriptions +

2 tickets to the “Arias, Overtures, & Arabesques” concert on September 21, 2008 = 8 tickets to be printed. 8 tickets x $1.50 = $12 total fee.

Step 7: Select one payment option. You may pay by check (payable to the Sacramento Opera) or charge your order to your Visa or MasterCard.

Step 8: Mail your order to the Sacramento Opera, P.O. Box 161027,

Sacramento, CA 95816; Phone in your order by calling 916.737.1000; or Fax your order to 916.737.1032.

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Section A $ 85 $ 75 Section D $ 60 $ 50

Section B $ 85 $ 75 Section E $ 50 $ 40

Section C $ 75 $ 65 Section F $ 30 $ 15

The Pirates of Penzance The Marriage of Figaro La Bohème

*These single ticket prices apply to The Pirates of Penzance, The Marriage of Figaro, and La Bohème only. For single ticket prices to Arias, Overtures, & Arabesques concert, see step four on the order form.

“Fantastic! From beginning to end,

a real treat!” —Rick Hobbs, Sacramento Opera patron



Single tickets go on sale July 18, 2008 through the Sacramento

Community Center Theater Box Office. Call 916.808.5181 or visit tickets.com to purchase tickets.

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Questions? Call 916.737.1000 or visit sacopera.org.

Step 1: On the Subscription Ticket Order Form, please print your contact information.

Step 2: Select a performance subscription (full or mini, and what day). if selecting a mini-subscription, indicate which two operas you would like to see. Refer to the seating diagram and price list to determine your seating section preference. indicate your seating preference, alternate seating section, number of tickets desired, and price each on order form. Enter the subtotal(s).

Step 3: if you would like to add any single tickets to your subscription order, enter the information here. Please refer to the Single Ticket Price chart for ticket amounts.

Step 4: if you would like to add tickets for the September 21, 2008 concert, “Arias, Overtures, & Arabesques,” enter the information here. nOTE: Seating for this concert is based on the date that your order is received.

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Step 5: indicate any special seating requests.

Step 6: Add ticket subtotals, facility fee subtotal, and contribution amount (optional), and fill in the Total Amount Due. nOTE: The City of Sacramento Facility Fee is a required charge for each ticket sold. The $1.50/ticket fee goes towards restoration of the Sacramento Community Center Theater. Example: 2 full season subscriptions +

2 tickets to the “Arias, Overtures, & Arabesques” concert on September 21, 2008 = 8 tickets to be printed. 8 tickets x $1.50 = $12 total fee.

Step 7: Select one payment option. you may pay by check (payable to the Sacramento Opera) or charge your order to your Visa or masterCard.

Step 8: mail your order to the Sacramento Opera, P.O. Box 161027,

Sacramento, CA 95816; Phone in your order by calling 916.737.1000; or Fax your order to 916.737.1032.

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Section A $ 85 $ 75 Section D $ 60 $ 50

Section B $ 85 $ 75 Section E $ 50 $ 40

Section C $ 75 $ 65 Section F $ 30 $ 15

The Pirates of Penzance The Marriage of Figaro La Bohème

*These single ticket prices apply to The Pirates of Penzance, The Marriage of Figaro, and La Bohème only. For single ticket prices to Arias, Overtures, & Arabesques concert, see step four on the order form.

step one [please print]

name

Address

City State zip

Phone (day) Phone (evening)

Fax Email

step two [see left for seating chart]

Full suBscription

seriesfirst choice seating section

alternate seating section

number of tickets

x price for requested first choice seating section total

Full Subscription: Three Friday performances $ $

Full Subscription: Three sunday performances $ $

Full Subscription: Three tuesday performances $ $

Full Subscription Subtotal: $

Full suBscription prices

FRi/Sun TuE

grand Tier Box Seats $ 275 $ 245

Section A $ 225 $ 190

Section B $ 225 $ 190

Section C $ 180 $ 155

2nd Tier Box $ 180 $ 155

Section D $ 130 $ 110

Section E $ 120 $ 105

Section F $ 65 $ 40

Sacramento Opera2008–2009 season SuBSCRiPTiOn TiCKET ORDER FORm

mini suBscriptioni want to attend (select tWo for mini-subscription): The Pirates of Penzance The Marriage of Figaro La Bohème

seriesfirst choice seating section


number of tickets


mini Subscription: Two Friday performances $ $

mini Subscription: Two sunday performances $ $

mini Subscription: Two tuesday performances $ $

mini Subscription Subtotal: $

mini suBscription prices

FRi/Sun TuE

grand Tier Box Seats $ 207 $ 180

Section A $ 153 $ 135

Section B $ 153 $ 135

Section C $ 135 $ 117

2nd Tier Box $ 135 $ 117

Section D $ 108 $ 90

Section E $ 90 $ 72

Section F $ 54 $ 27

step five if you have any special seating requests, please indicate here:

step six Add subtotals, required handling fee, and contribution

amount (optional), and fill in the Total Amount Due There is a $5.00 handling fee per order.

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nEw: Facility Fee SubtotalThe City of Sacramento Facility Fee is a required charge for each ticket sold. The $1.50/ticket fee goes towards restoration of the Sacramento Community Center Theater. Example: 2 full seasonsubscriptions + 2 tickets to the “Arias, Overtures, & Arabesques” concert on September 21, 2008 = 8tickets to be issued. 8 tickets x $1.50 = $12 total fee.

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Tax-deductible contribution to the Sacramento Opera (optional) thank you for your support!

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TOTAl AmOunT DuE $

step three additional sinGle tickets(nOTE: This order form is for subscription orders only, which may include additional single tickets. if you would like to purchase single tickets only, please reserve them through the Sacramento Community Center Theater, 916.808.5181 or tickets.com starting July 18, 2008.)

performance

first choice seating section


number of tickets


The Pirates of Penzance (fri/sun) $ $

The Pirates of Penzance (tue) $ $

The Marriage of Figaro (fri/sun) $ $

The Marriage of Figaro (tue) $ $

La Bohème (fri/sun) $ $

La Bohème (tue) $ $

Additional single tickets Subtotal:

$

step four special presentation! Tickets for the “Arias, Overtures, & Arabesques”

concert on September 21, 2008. (One show only.) note: seating for this concert is based on the date that your order is received.

seat areanumber of seats

price per ticket total amount

grand Tier Box $ 87 $

Section A $ 65 $

Section B $ 65 $

Section C $ 55 $

2nd grand Tier Box $ 55 $

Section D $38 $

Section E $33 $

Section F $22 $

Subtotal: $

step eight

mail your order to the Sacramento Opera, P.O. Box 161027, Sacramento, CA 95816; Phone in your order by calling 916.737.1000; or Fax your order to 916.737.1032.

step seven Select one payment option. you may pay by check or

charge the order to your Visa or masterCard.

Enclosed is my check made payable to the Sacramento Opera

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Please charge my: Visa masterCard

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sacramento operaP.O. Box 161027Sacramento, CA 95816T 916.737.1000 | F 916.737.1032sacopera.org

Nonprofit OrgU.S. Postage

Permit No. 527Sacramento, CA

call 916.737.1000 to subscribe today!

subscriptions for a 3-opera package start at $40.

single tickets go on sale July 18, 2008 through

the sacramento community center

theater Box office, 916.808.5181 or tickets.com.

timm rolek, Artistic Director

rod Gideons, Executive Director

SacramentoOperaPhoto: Sacramento Opera/Eleakis Photography

sacramento opera 2008-2009 season brochure

Documents

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popular opera

glimmerglass opera

rollicking tale of pirates

pirates of penzance

popular comedy

operatic styles