As we open our first season since emerging from the pandemic, Pittsburgh Opera seeks corporate sponsorship for Magic & Spirits, the conclusion to our new, dynamic, and innovative season-opening program, The Return to Magic. Magic & Spirits will be a transformative, community-centered party at our Strip District headquarters on Saturday, October 30th, 2021. As a leading arts organization in the region, Pittsburgh Opera is committed to developing and presenting world-class opera as well as investing in socio-economic growth in our community. We sustain the classics, introduce new American works to the Pittsburgh region, and nurture future opera stars. In addition, we provide robust education and community engagement programming, ensuring that all in the community have access to high-quality opera. Corporate sponsorship of Magic & Spirits will not only offer significant corporate visibility but will also provide Pittsburgh Opera with the critical funds we need to continue our mission of producing world-class opera that is accessible to a diverse audience.
The economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact across the Pittsburgh cultural landscape, including Pittsburgh Opera. Pittsburgh Opera’s economic impact on the region alone is more than $8.5 million annually. Our influence spans more than 43,000 audience members each year, impacting all areas of the economy, including the theater, hotels, restaurants, transportation, and more. As a valuable part of the Pittsburgh arts community, more than 65% of Pittsburgh Opera’s annual production costs are reinvested locally, evident by our contribution to the city’s workforce.
On Saturday, October 30th, Pittsburgh Opera invites the greater Pittsburgh community to be a part of the fantastical transformation of our home in the Strip District at the Magic & Spirits costume party. Magic & Spirits will be hosted by the Pittsburgh Opera New Guard, a group of local young professionals dedicated to advancing both Pittsburgh Opera and culture. As we emerge from the pandemic and come out of isolation, Pittsburgh Opera seeks to connect the community as young professionals all over the Pittsburgh region crave the excitement of live entertainment and are hopeful for reasons to gather together again.
Pittsburgh Opera, our Strip District neighbors, Pittsburgh’s other arts and culture organizations, and young professionals from all over Pittsburgh will come together for a night of frolic, fun, and community celebration during this eclectic and electric party. Corporations that partner with Pittsburgh Opera will have the chance for brand marketing to a diverse group of young professionals. Many of whom make the Strip District their home and place of work near Pittsburgh’s emerging high-tech and robotics sector.
Partnering with Pittsburgh Opera as an Event Sponsor of Magic & Spirits includes season-long promotional benefits, event-specific promotional opportunities, and attendance benefits. Event Sponsorship is available at both $10,000 and $2,500, with corresponding benefits such as logo inclusion in promotional materials, social media recognition, complimentary tickets to Magic & Spirits, increased opportunities for brand awareness, and more. This fabulous event is expected to draw hundreds of people from across Pittsburgh.
Tickets for Magic & Spirits are on sale starting Friday, July 16th.
Magic and Spirits Event Sponsorship: $10,000
Hospitality and Marketing Benefits:
- 15 complimentary tickets to the Magic and Spirits Party
- 15 complimentary drink tickets
- Supertitle Screen recognition at every performance during the 2021-2022 season
- Acknowledgment on press release *** July 2021
- Company Logo on digital ticket platform for event
- Company Logo on all event-related e-newsletters and digital marketing
- Company Logo in the event materials and event projections
- Corporate partnership and logo recognition on Pittsburgh Opera’s website.
- Social Media feature of the company with a short statement about the company and sponsorship of Pittsburgh Opera’s Magic and Spirits
Magic and Spirits Event Sponsorship: $2,500
Hospitality and Marketing Benefits:
- 5 discounted tickets to Magic and Spirits – a 20% discount code will be provided.
- 5 complimentary drink tickets
- Supertitle Screen recognition at every performance during the 2021-2022 season
- Acknowledgment on press release*** July 2021
- Company recognition on all event-related e-newsletters and digital marketing
- Company Logo in the event program, event materials, and event projections
- Company recognition on digital ticket platform for event
- Corporate partnership and logo recognition on Pittsburgh Opera’s website.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Christine Brondyke, Manager of Corporate Development and Special Events, directly at Christine Brondyke or (412) 281-0912 x225.
