Opera Ball
Le Voyage Á Marrakech
IT’S BEEN A JOURNEY TO MARRAKECH,
BUT THE BALL IS BACK!
SATURDAY, APRIL 9, 2022
The Wortham Theater Center
Jennifer and Benjamin Fink, Opera Ball Chairs
Teresa and José Ivo, Auction Chairs
ABOUT
HGO’s signature white-tie event returns with a dreamy Moroccan adventure and exotic festival of the senses. Join Houston’s most notable movers, shakers, and tastemakers for cocktails, dinner, a luxe silent auction, and dancing the night away.
The journey begins with a ceremonious red-carpet arrival on Ray C. Fish Plaza. Inside the old city, by glow of lantern light, a bustling market and surprises await. The charm and festivities continue with an elaborate Mediterranean feast and inspired entertainment.
Opera Ball provides crucial financial support, allowing us to create and share world-class opera and music education with our community and beyond.
ORDER OF EVENTS
6:30 p.m. Red carpet arrivals, cocktails, silent auction
8:00 p.m. Dinner, entertainment, dancing
10:00 p.m. ENCORE After Party
White Tie / Valet Parking
Tables/Tickets start at $1,500*/$15,000
*Young Professional tickets $750
For more information or to donate to the Opera Ball auction contact specialevents@hgo.org or 713-546-0700.
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 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 fall post-performance dinner events (Jonas Kaufmann Dinner on October 6 and/or Opening Night Dinner on October 22) 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 October 3-6 for the Jonas Kaufmann Dinner and between October 19-22 for Opening Night Dinner.
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- 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, October 6 for An Evening with Jonas Kaufmann, and/or noon on Friday, October 22 for Opening Night Dinner.
- Proof of Vaccination: Please make every effort to provide via the link above no later than Friday, October 1 for An Evening with Jonas Kaufmann and or Monday, October 18 for Opening Night Dinner.
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.