ANNUAL FUND SUPPORT The Annual Fund is the cornerstone of Opera Philadelphia’s fundraising efforts, generating more than $720,000 annually. In fiscal year 2013, gifts to the Annual Fund grew by 10 percent. This year’s outstanding results signify the generosity of the Opera Philadelphia community and the cumulative success of the volunteers who lead our Annual Fund programs. To get involved, visit operaphila.org/annual-giving.
This year, the Council’s activities included two Strategy Sessions led by Mr. Devan exploring the Opera’s strategic plan and artistic initiatives. The Council’s annual Dinner with Principal Artists was held after a matinee performance of Silent Night, where members enjoyed dining with leading cast members includinWilliam Burden, Kelly Kaduce, Liam Bonner, Craig Irvin, and Troy Cook.
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Judith Durkin Freyer
Mr. John R. Alchin and Mr. Hal Marryatt
Mr. and Mrs. David Glickstein Nancy and Al Hirsig
Lorraine and Ben Alexander
“ The Opera’s dedication to producing great operas in Philadelphia and providing innovative arts programming for the community makes it an important contributor to the quality of life in the region.”
Stephen T. Janick and Russell E. Palmer
Dr. Luther W. Brady Dianne and Don Cooney
Jeanette Lerman-Neubauer and Joe Neubauer
David B. Devan and David A. Dubbeldam
Ms. Patricia S. Scott
Ady L. Djerassi, M.D. and Robert Golub, M.D.
KENNETH SWIMM, BOARD MEMBER & CO-CHAIR, GENERAL DIRECTOR’S COUNCIL
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Dr. and Mrs. Andrew Wechsler
Ann and Gordon Getty Foundation Mr. and Mrs. Mark Hankin Mrs. Constance C. Moore
GENERAL DIRECTOR’S COUNCIL B ENJA M I N A L E X A N D E R & KE NNE T H SW IMM, C O- C H A I RS
The General Director’s Council is made up of donors committed to helping General Director David B. Devan ensure the ongoing success of Opera Philadelphia. Council members enjoy exclusive events with artists and insider details on the Opera’s future artistic plans and initiatives.
Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rollins Mr. and Mrs. Harold Rosenbluth Mr. and Mrs. Roberto Sella Dr. Stephen G. Somkuti Mr. Jonathan H. Sprogell and Ms. Kathryn Taylor Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth R. Swimm TOP TO BOTTOM: Board Member Peter Leone, tenor William Burden and Chairman’s Council member Judy Leone; Chairman’s Council members Gerry and Marguerite Lenfest with Chairman Emeritus Stephen A. Madva; Bass Ben Wager and Chairman’s Council member Keith Straw; Chairman’s Council members Rita and Philip Harper LEFT: General Director’s Council members Linda and David Glickstein with soprano Patricia Schuman (center). RIGHT: Judy Freedman, Kevin Puts, Nathan Gunn and Allen Freedman at an event at the Freedmans’ home to celebrate Silent Night.
On January 24, 2013, Opera Philadelphia supporters joined some of New York’s most influential and committed opera patrons to preview and celebrate the East Coast Premiere of Silent Night. Guests enjoyed musical selections from the opera accompanied by composer Kevin Puts, as well as remarks by Nathan Gunn, Director of Opera Philadelphia’s American Repertoire Council, in the spectacular New York City home of Patron Program members Allen and Judy Freedman.