We are pleased to provide the enclosed information about sponsorship opportunities in support of Opera Naples’ inaugural “Renata Scotto Opera Program.” Opera Naples’ participation in this outreach program will allow us to be the honored presenter of the Renata Scotto Opera Program in our country. Exceptional singers from around the world, who are seeking specialized musical instruction and professional guidance, will have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to work with legendary soprano, Renata Scotto. As part of the program, a limited number of select singers will receive multiple private voice lessons with Mme. Scotto, as well as vocal coachings from an expert staff on the repertoire of their choosing.

In addition to private and public masterclasses, each session of the program will conclude in opera concerts with the participants. Ramón Tebar, Opera Naples Artistic Director will partner with Mme. Scotto on the execution of the program and gala concert. The internationally attended event promises to be an entertaining, uplifting and memorable evening of music.

Enclosed is a proposal requesting sponsorship of this event. The proposal provides details about the program and how Opera Naples will provide sponsorship benefits. We hope you will be able to join us in supporting this event. All contributions are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. If you have any questions or need additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me via email at jerrygoldberg2001@yahoo.com or call 239-963-9050.

Thank you for your consideration.

Sincerely,

Chairman of the Board

www.operanaples.org

RENATA SCOTTO OPERA PROGRAM sponsorship opportunities

Jerry Goldberg

OUR MISSION

To sustain a permanent opera company that enriches the Southwest Florida community by presenting outstanding opera performances featuring internationally renowned soloists, and by conducting innovative educational programs that nurture the region’s promising young talent.

MISSION OBJECTIVES

To enrich the Southwest Florida community by presenting opera performances, lyric performances and educational programs which engage internationally renowned performers and directors while nurturing regionally-based talent through the creation of a permanent local opera company.

• To produce at least three productions per season in a variety of styles, including traditional grand opera, American opera, operetta and contemporary works.

• To create first-class opera theater by placing equal emphasis on theatrical elements and musical values.

• To maintain a Young Artists Program and a Student Apprentice program, promoting an artistically challenging environment with training and performance opportunities for professional singers beginning their careers in opera and the performing arts as well as providing a unique and varied program designed for children and youth.

• To be an integral part of the community, actively contributing to and being a part of the cultural landscape.

For more information about Opera Naples, visit www.operanaples.com

WHO IS OUR AUDIENCE?

• Affluent households• Naples residents and seasonal, international/national travelers• Age 50+ (prominent business owners and retirees)• Theatre, Art and Music Enthusiasts• Other Interests: Luxury Travel Experiences, Sports, Fine Dining, Philanthropic

Involvement

RENATA SCOTTO OPERA PROGRAM

The Renata Scotto Opera Program is held at the David and Cecile Wang Opera Center in Naples, Florida. Perched on the Gulf of Mexico in southwest Florida’s Paradise Coast, Naples is a destination known for its pristine white sand beaches,world class culture, sophisticated dining, beautiful golf courses, and high-end shopping.

The Opera Naples’ Renata Scotto Opera Program will offer high-level teaching and coaching for singers from around the world who are seeking specialized, musical instruction for their careers. Scotto will spend twenty days in residence at the David and Cecile Wang Opera Center in Naples, FL over two separate periods in January and March of 2017. Applicants will go through a vigorous selection process including a live audition with Madame Scotto. A limited number of singers are interviewed and selected to participate in the program, receiving private lessons as well as coachings with Scotto and Opera Naples Artistic Director, Ramón Tebar. Each participant will be involved in masterclasses and concerts that are open to the public - January 21, 2017, January 25, 2017, March 13, 2017, and March 18, 2017. Auditors are also encouraged to observe all public classes and lessons throughout the program.

RENATA SCOTTO world renowned Italian soprano, stage director, and teacher is known by millions as one of the greatest singers of all time. For more than 40 years, Scotto performed regularly on the stages of the world’s greatest opera houses, working with the world’s most illustrious singers and directors. Her repertoire included more than 60 roles, and she has a wealth of awards as well as a substantial catalogue of recordings. She has been honored by the Metropolitan Opera Guild in their Met Legends series and was the subject of a PBS documentary feature, Renata Scotto - Prima Donna. She sang more than 300 performances in 26 roles at the Met, and she inaugurated the first Live from the MET telecast opposite Luciano Pavarotti. She won an Emmy award for playing the title role of La Gioconda in the first live international telecast from the San Francisco Opera.

Scotto has established herself as a sought-after teacher on the international circuit and has presented master classes at the Juilliard School, the Curtis Institute, Yale University, The Russian Opera Center in Moscow, Tokyo University, Pittsburgh Opera, Paris Opera Bastille, the Lyric Opera of Chicago’s American Artists Program, and the Lindemann Young Artists Program at the Metropolitan Opera. In Italy, Ms. Scotto has presented master classes for the Young Artists Program at La Scala in Milan and for the Santa Cecila Academy in Rome where she is a permanent guest professor. The Italian Government partially sponsors the Renata Scotto Vocal Academy on the Italian Riviera. She has an honorary doctorate from the Julliard School and is a visiting professor at the Mannes School in New York.

RAMÓN TEBAR is considered one of the leading Spanish conductors of his generation and is acclaimed for his musical versatility, compelling interpretations and orchestra building skills. Mr. Tebar has the distinction of being the first Spanish conductor to be appointed Music Director of an American opera company, the Florida Grand Opera (FGO); he continues his long-term relationship with FGO as Principal Conductor; and serves as Artistic Director of Opera Naples. A popular guest conductor worldwide in both the orchestral and opera arenas, Mr. Tebar also serves as Artistic Director of Florida’s Palm Beach Symphony and until 2015 has served as Music Director of the Santo Domingo Music Festival in Dominican Republic.

Maestro Tebar has been honored twice with the Henry C. Clark Conductor of the Year Award by Florida Grand Opera (2010, 2013), and in 2014 was featured by the Miami Herald as “Top 20 under 40”, by the Spanish journal ABC among “Ten International Spanish Conductors”, and by Marca Espana among the most successful international Spanish talents in “100 espanoles”. In 2014, Ramón Tebar received his highest honor to date: His Majesty, the King of Spain Felipe VI, granted Tebar the Cross of Office of the Order of Mérito Civil in recognition of his cultural accomplishments.

UNDERWRITING SPONSORFULL: $50,000 PARTIAL: 10,000

Your company name recognized in conjunction with the sponsored production

One full-page advertisement in the program guide for all three Opera Naples Wang Center productions leading up to the Scotto Program Productions (Jan 25, 2017)

Top billing recognition in PR, social media, e-blast and marketing materials in conjunction with the Renata Scotto Opera Program

Your company name and logo promoted on the Opera Naples website for the 2016-17 Season with linkage to your company website

Premier Seating line change dates: (Jan 21, Jan 25, March 13 or March 18)

Opportunity to meet Renata Scotto, Ramón Tebar and performers

A professional photograph with Renata Scotto and participants after a program performance. Photo, company and logo will be promoted on Opera Naples’ Website

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THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT OF OPERA NAPLES

STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP SPONSORFULL: $2500 (Program and lodging) PARTIAL: $800

Sponsorship mention in the program guide in both Renata Scotto Concerts

Recognition in PR, social media, e-blast and marketing materials in conjunction with the Renata Scotto Opera Program

Your company name and logo promoted on the Opera Naples website under Renata Scotto Scholarship Sponsors

(2) tickets to the Renata Scotto Concert (Jan 21 or March 18)

Opportunity to meet Renata Scotto, Ramón Tebar and performers

Present a sponsorship certificate with Renata Scotto to sponsored student (will be professionally photographed) after a program performance

RENATA SCOTTO OPERA PROGRAM 2016-2017 SPONSORSHIP LEVELS AND BENEFITS