Merola Opera Program's 2025 Benefit Gala - Belle Nuit: A Night of Merola

Join us on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at the elegant San Francisco City Club for Merola Opera Program’s annual Gala — Belle Nuit: A Night of Merola. This unforgettable evening will bring together 200 guests in support of Merola's world class young artist training program. The event will honor John Churchwell (Merola ’96), celebrated Head of Music Staff at San Francisco Opera and Co-Director of the Music Academy of the West’s Vocal Institute.

This elegant evening will begin with cocktails and hors d'oeuvres followed by a seated dinner. Then be dazzled by spectacular performances from Merola alumni and San Francisco Opera Adler Fellows.

Be a part of this magical evening with San Francisco's musical and philanthropic communities as we support the future of opera!

Individual tickets $550. (Tax-deductible portion is $400)

Limited early-bird tickets $450. Available through February 28, or until sold. (Tax-deductible portion is $300)

You may also purchase tickets by contacting Victoria Lam at vlam@merola.org, or (415) 936 – 2311.

Individually priced sponsorships are available for purchase at the Aria ($1,500) and Duet ($5,000) levels which feature premium seating, prominent recognition, and early access to Signature Events.

Sponsoring Merola’s Gala is more than supporting an event — it’s an investment in the future of opera. With a fundraising goal of $325,000, the Gala plays a critical role in funding Merola’s mission to train exceptional emerging artists who go on to perform on the world’s most prestigious stages.

Additional sponsorship levels are available.

Please explore our sponsorship packages and benefits by downloading the PDF linked , which includes detailed information and a reply form to submit your commitment.

To explore or confirm sponsorship opportunities, you may contact Victoria Lam at or (415) 936 – 2311.

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