Jacquie Pylypiuk Carlos Raposo & Judy Strachan Eugene & Jeanne Ratsoy Sharla & Dorian Rauschning Yvonne Rekken Costantino Renzi Karan Riarh Jason James Richardson Terrance Richelhoff Jeff Robinson In Honour of Rita Allen: Margaret Friedman
Clayton & Raymond Rodney Hilary Rose John M Ross Kim & Andrew Ross Dr. E J Rudnisky Kathleen Ryks Nadine Samycia Don Sather Kathleen L Savey Jelena & Dusan Savic Tom & Bev Sawyer
In Honour of Mary LeMessurier: Georgina Marian Villeneuve
Chris Schulte Tony Scozzafava Sheelagh & Andrew Semper Vaughn Shears Julie Sinclair Edward Smith Ian & Irene Sneddon Tim & Bailey Sousa Alison & Richard Starke Alex Stenner Shawn D Stevens
Anne Strack Martin & Heike Stribrny Jean Sult Stevo Sun Brittany Sutherland Helen Tkalcic Christina Tozer Nick Trovato & Chereda Bodner Dennis Vance Terry & Michele Veeman
Trudy Velichka John Wanchulak Cristina Weiheimer Brett Wellicome Dianne Westwood Sarah Wong Serene Yau Jim Yih Edward Yoo Thomas Ziegler
In Honour of Alice Brisebois: Gino Jenkelj Stella & Walter Baydala
In Memory of Oline Markine: Francis Price & Marguerite Trussler
In Memory of Tom Hall: Dr. Laurence Jewell Deanna Finnman Brenda Inglis
Thank you to those who have previously donated in memory of Kimberly Heard, Dr. Robert J. Buck, Dr. Lee Anholt, Dr. John Martin, Norah McKillop, Ernie LeMessurier, Dr. David Cook, Howard Irving, Patricia M. Paone, and in honour of Dianne and Irving Kipnes.
Sincere thanks go to those individuals who, through their gifts, have demonstrated their belief in making opera a vital part of our cultural community. To donate or for additional information, please call Lauren Hyatt at 780.996.2744 or email individual.giving@edmontonopera.com. Only 2015/16 season donations and/or pledges processed up to May 6, 2016, are listed. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our donor information. If we have made an error or omission, please call Lauren Hyatt at 780.996.2744. We apologize for any inconvenience. Although space limitations allow us to list only charitable contributions of $100 or more, we gratefully acknowledge all donations. Each gift, regardless of size, helps to make Edmonton Opera performances possible. Thank you!
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CD of a classic opera recording (upon request) Exclusive VIP event (per season) Invitation for two to each dress rehearsal and VIP reception Two tickets at 30% off for each mainstage production Two invitations to the exclusive VIP Lounge VIP courtesy Jubilee parking during performances Tour of Production Facility Two complimentary Opera Brunch tickets Exclusive invitation to rehearsals
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Edmonton Opera’s Director’s Circle (donations of $1,750 or more) is our way of providing special recognition to our generous individual donors for their outstanding and sustained annual support. Director’s Circle members enjoy a number of exclusive opportunities throughout the season, to enhance their overall operatic experience. Please contact Lauren Hyatt, Events Coordinator and Donor Relations, at lauren.hyatt@edmontonopera.com or 780.996.2744 for more information about becoming a DC member. The Sustainability Fund is comprised of dedicated individuals, corporations and foundations who have committed to a five-year, $10,000-per-year contribution, ensuring the sustainable future of Edmonton Opera. For more information about Sustainability Fund experiences and commitments, please contact Gwen Horvath, Director of Fund Development, at gwen.horvath@edmontonopera.com or 780.288.2510.
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