Arizona Opera Gala Spotlights ‘A Night on the Nile’
Arizona Opera presented its annual gala on March 8, 2025, featuring an enchanting evening inspired by the upcoming production of Aida. Guests arrived in style on the red carpet and were treated to a luxurious three-course dinner while being mesmerized by live opera and cabaret performances.
Chair: Jenny Holsman Tetreault
Presenting Sponsor: Billie Jo Herberger
Entertainment: Performances by resident artists from the Marion Roose Pullin Arizona Opera Studio
Auctioneer: Brett Higgins
Amount Raised: $364,000
Notable Moments: Guests were greeted by colorful costumes from recent and upcoming performances during an outdoor reception on the Opera’s plaza. The Roma and Raymond Wittcoff Black Box space was transformed into a vision of ancient Egypt with a stunning LED screen providing the background for the evening. The highlight of the event was the riveting performances by the resident artists, bringing to life some of the classics of the opera canon. The dinner menu matched the theme as guests enjoyed a grilled wedge salad, chicken schwarma and baklava cheesecake. The live auction provided guests with an opportunity to bid on one-of-a-kind opera experiences like an exclusive dinner with Stephen Costello and experiences at upcoming performances to raise funds for the Opera’s performances and community programs.
Photos courtesy of Arizona Opera
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