Concert of Arias
A Night Celebrating the Future of Opera
CONCERT OF ARIAS
LIVE VOCAL COMPETITION FINALS & CELEBRATION DINNER
FRIDAY, JANUARY 21, 2022
Come back to the Cullen for HGO’s most beloved tradition celebrating the next generation of great opera singers in the springtime of their careers!
Drs. Liz Grimm and Jack Roth, Chairs
ABOUT
Each year, hundreds of young singers from all over the world compete for a spot in the HGO Studio, Houston Grand Opera’s renowned young artist training program. Concert of Arias is the riveting live finals of this rigorous competition.
Each finalist performs two arias from the opera repertoire for a panel of esteemed judges. The audience votes for the Audience Choice Award and following the announcement of the six coveted prizes, patrons and artists join for dinner in the Wortham’s Grand Foyer.
Full of suspense, high stakes, audience participation, immense promise, and fun—Concert of Arias is wrapped up in a lively evening of soul-stirring music that will leave you breathless.
Proceeds from the evening benefit the future of the operatic art form through HGO Studio’s recruitment, nurturing, and support of world-class young artists.
ORDER OF EVENTS
7:00 p.m. Concert of Arias
Celebration Dinner with the finalists and HGO Studio artists follows announcement of the winners
Cocktail Attire / Valet Parking
Tables/Tickets start at $600*/$6,000
*Young Professional tickets $300
To secure your reservation or donation for this beloved HGO tradition, please submit the form below or contact specialevents@hgo.org or 713-546-0700. Details of benefits at select table and ticket levels may be found HERE.
Click HERE to view options for purchasing concert-only tickets.
Contributions received by November 20 will be recognized in the formal invitation.
Houston Grand Opera is a 501(c)(3) corporation, and your gift is tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law. In accordance with IRS rules and regulations, Fair Market Value (FMV) is $250 per person. For additional information about these and other giving opportunities, please contact Brooke Rogers at (713) 546-0271.
Houston Grand Opera
Office of Special Events
510 Preston Street | Houston, Texas 77002
Direct: 713-546-0700 | Email: specialevents@hgo.org
COVID-19 Policy
Important 2021-22 Season Updates
The safety of our staff, cast, technicians, and audiences remains HGO’s first consideration as we plan our upcoming season. While there will be some changes, including the need for flexibility in seating options for the Fall Repertoire, we hope to return to normalcy—or close to it—by the holidays.
We are grateful to have wonderful partners in Houston Methodist, who have graciously agreed to guide us as we establish safety protocols. In addition, we have consulted prominent physicians and are working in accordance with world health provider recommendations.
For more information on the measures HGO is implementing for live performances and special events please review our safety page.
Additional Information
All guests attending HGO performances and events will be required to wear a mask covering the nose and mouth while inside the Wortham Theater Center, including while seated for a performance. No exceptions will be made.
Additional Requirements for Special Events Post-performance Dinner Attendees:
All guests attending spring post-performance dinner events (Concert of Arias on January 22 and/or Opera Ball on April 9) will be required to show one of the following:
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- Proof of a lab-confirmed negative COVID-19 test
- Test must be administered within 72 hours (3 days) of the performance: between January 19-22 for the Concert of Arias Dinner and between April 6-9 Opera Ball Dinner.
- Proof of a lab-confirmed negative COVID-19 test
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- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination
- You are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after you have received a second dose in a two-dose vaccine or two weeks after you have received a single-dose vaccine.
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination
When do I Share Proof of Negative Test or COVID-19 Vaccine Card?
To ensure an expeditious event arrival experience for all, we are asking each Special Event dinner attendee to provide their negative test results or vaccine cards by the following dates:
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- Negative Test Result: Please make every effort to share proof of negative result with HGO via the link above no later than noon on Wednesday, January 18 for Concert of Arias Dinner and Concert, and/or noon on Friday, April 8 for Opera Ball and Encore: After Party.
- Proof of Vaccination: Please make every effort to provide via the link above no later than Friday, January 14 for An Concert of Arias Dinner and Concert and/or on Monday, April 4th for Opera Ball and After Party.
How do I Share Proof of Negative Test or COVID-19 Vaccine Card?
Please utilize the following link to upload a copy of your lab-confirmed negative COVID test or COVID vaccine card 72 hours prior to the event. Fill out the form in its entirety then utilize a photo or scan of your results or card.
If you have any issues accessing the link or uploading your documentation, please email specialevents@hgo.org.
For our fall season and opening concert, the Green Room will remain closed. HGO will reevaluate the situation prior to Winter Rep.
For our Fall Rep and opening concert, the Founders Salon will be at a reduced capacity for pre-show dining. Diners will be required to show proof of vaccination, or a lab-confirmed negative COVID-19 test administered within 72 hours (3 days) of the performance.
Valet parking will be available, as always, for all Special Event attendees with your dashboard valet parking pass. Our valet team will be required to provide proof of vaccination or lab confirmed negative COVID test within 72 hours of the event as well as wear a mask while working.
Children under the age of 12, for whom there is no currently available vaccine, are not permitted to attend a Special Events dinner regardless of the vaccination status of their guardian.