2026 Gala

An evening with Lisette Oropesa – March 2, 2026

Join Gala Chairs Gwendolyn and Austin Fragomen for spectacular evening at The Breakers, where the Mediterranean and Venetian Ballrooms will set the stage for an elegant celebration of music, artistry, and impact.

The evening begins at 6:00 pm and will include signature cocktails, a captivating recital, a refined dinner, and dancing – all in celebration of Palm Beach Opera’s world-class performances, transformative education programs, and acclaimed artist training initiatives, which help shape the future of opera onstage and in our community.

Gala Artists

Lisette Oropesa

Soprano

Michael Borowitz

Piano

Table and Ticket Sponsorship Opportunities

$30,000 – Platinum

10 premium placement seats at dinner and performance
Includes all benefits of Gala Council

Sponsor Platinum Level

$20,000 – Gold

10 prime placement seats at dinner and performance
Includes all benefits of Gala Council

Sponsor Gold Level

$12,000 – Silver

8 priority placement seats at dinner and performance
Includes all benefits of Gala Council

Sponsor Silver Level

$6,000 – Bronze

4 priority placement seats at dinner and performance
Includes all benefits of Host Committee

Sponsor Bronze Level

$3,000 – Couple

2 priority placement seats at dinner and performance
Includes all benefits of Host Committee

Sponsor Couple Level

$1,500 – Patron

1 priority placement seat at dinner and performance
Includes all benefits of Host Committee

Sponsor Patron Level

Friend of the Opera

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Gala Council Benefits

All supporters giving at the $20,000 level and above are members of the Gala Council.

Invitation for two to a private cocktail reception, featuring a special performance. Date and invitation to follow.
Invitation for two to a brunch with Lisette Oropesa & her pianist, Michael Borowitz, in a private residence on March 1. Invitation to follow.
Private photo session with Lisette Oropesa immediately following the performance.
Gala memorabilia autographed by Lisette Oropesa.
Inclusion in pre-Gala media promotion and recognition in Gala materials.

Host Committee Benefits

All supporters giving at the $1,500 level and above are members of the Host Committee.

Invitation for two to a private cocktail reception, featuring a special performance. Date and invitation to follow.
Inclusion in pre-Gala media promotion and recognition in Gala materials.

All underwriters and sponsors will be recognized at their support level in the Gala invitation and program, as well as in the Palm Beach Opera’s Mainstage program book and website.

For additional information, or to learn about underwriting opportunities, please contact Carolina Laurito, Special Events Manager, at claurito@pbopera.org or 561.835.7576.