YOUR MEMBERSHIP AND DONATIONS SUPPORT:
Cimarron Opera Camp Est. 1996: Every summer for approximately 4 weeks, youth between the ages of 9-15 have the opportunity to train and rehearse under the tutelage of Cimarron professionals. The camp culminates with performances of a shortened version of the Summer Operetta
Summer Operetta: Popular for the Norman community and surrounding area, Cimarron Opera presents an entertaining weekend of comedy, theatrics and vocals.
Musical Pathways: Touring children's opera and specialized performances throughout the state of Oklahoma to communities, schools and churches.
Winterfest: Performed during the holiday season since 1981, the Christmas Fantasy Weekend is one of our most popular programs. In addition, Cimarron Opera has hosted exclusive shows for local Norman 3rd graders since 1981.
Festival of Spirituals Est. 1970: Founded by the late Thomas and Carol Brice Carey to keep aspects of African American heritage alive, a selection of new and familiar spirituals are presented by community and student singers.
PLANNED GIVING:
For those looking to play an important role in securing Cimarron Opera’s future artistic excellence, a planned or deferred gift is the ultimate way to help. Most planned and deferred gifts will be applied to the Opera’s permanent endowment fund, ensuring that your initial gift has an impact for many years into the future.
Planned gifts not only benefit Cimarron Opera , but they can also greatly benefit you through tax savings. Depending on the option that you choose, you can receive cash payments that can supplement retirement income or provide support for family members and friends.
Planned giving options include:
By establishing a planned gift with Cimarron Opera Company, you would become part of The Encore Society. The Encore Society will be composed of donors who have provided for Cimarron Opera in their will or other estate plans. Each season, Encore Society members will convene for a special dinner and dress rehearsal. Let us know that you have provided for Cimarron Opera in your estate plans and we will invite you to this special reception.
SPECIAL EVENTS (FUNDRAISERS):
Thematic or seasonal concerts and/or gala events to raise money for Cimarron:
Opera a la Carte:
MEMBERSHIP LEVELS:
Sustaining Member: $20 Opera Fan: $30-$99
Opera Patron: $100-$499
Opera Angel: $500-$999
Knight of the Opera: $1000+
All members will receive the newsletter and recognition in our publications.
It's easier than ever to donate securely online. Cimarron Opera now accepts Paypal donations.
OTHER CORPORATE AND/OR INDIVIDUAL GIVING OPPORTUNITIES:
Adopt a Singer: Sponsor an artist’s appearance in a production or recital.
Adopt a Show: Sponsorship of a production, a single performance of a production (Opening Night) or specific expenditure areas of production.
Band-Aid: Partial or total sponsorship or the orchestra for main production performances
Matching Gifts: Corporate matching gifts are an important way to double, or even triple your gift to CCOC
In-Kind: You can support Cimarron Opera through a wide array of non-cash donations. Below is a list of examples of items and services that would be of great use to the company. Unique promotional opportunities can be arranged for these tax-deductible in-kind gifts.
Special Events
Auction items
Services
Hotel Rooms
Airline Miles or tickets
Dry Cleaning Services
Car Rental
Truck Rental
Office
Office Supplies
Office furniture
Computers and software upgrades
Production
Costume and Set Shop Space
Performance Venue
Lumber
Sewing Supplies
Food for Opera Camp, Opening Night Receptions and Fundraising Events