National Trustee Forum
March 18‒20, 2026
Wednesday, March 18, 1:00 p.m. ‒ 3:30 p.m. ET
Thursday, March 19 and Friday, March 20, 9:30 a.m. ‒ 3:30 p.m. ET
OPERA America's National Opera Center
330 7th Avenue, 7th Floor, New York, NY

The National Trustee Forum is open to board members of OPERA America’s Professional Company Members.

Registration:

• $475 Member
• $550 Non-Member (includes digital membership featuring digital subscription to Opera America Magazine)
• $571 Non-Member (includes signature membership featuring print subscription to Opera America Magazine)
  

OPERA America Salutes
Friday, March 20, 2026
6:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. ET
The Plaza Hotel
768 5th Ave, New York, NY

Single Tickets

• General - $500 (priced at cost; $0 tax deductible) 
• Advocate - $750 ($250 tax deductible) 
• Supporter - $1,500 ($1,500 tax deductible) 
• Industry Professional* - $250 (Discounted; $0 tax deductible) 

Tables (for up to 10)

• Visionary - $100,000 ($95,000 tax deductible) 
• Benefactor - $50,000 ($45,000 tax deductible) 
• Underwriter - $25,000 ($20,000 tax deductible) 
• Sponsor - $12,500 ($7,500 tax deductible) 
• Patron - $6,500 ($1,500 tax deductible) 

* A limited number of subsidized tickets is available for artists and administrators. Requesting Industry Professional tickets does not guarantee availability. OPERA America staff will confirm availability before processing payment.

Welcome Reception at Central Park Tower
Wednesday, March 18, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Register: No cost to attend
Join us for a welcome reception in Central Park Tower, the tallest residential tower in the world. Gather on the 100th floor to enjoy breathtaking 360-degree views of the city and beyond as we celebrate our time together in the Big Apple. Hosted by Stacey Hunt Spier, trustee of El Paso Opera.

Ragtime at Lincoln Center Theater
Wednesday, March 18, 8:00 p.m. ‒ 11:00 p.m.
Tickets: $175
The Tony Award–winning musical Ragtime, with a book by Terrence McNally, music by Stephen Flaherty, and lyrics by Lynn Ahrens, chronicles three families' pursuit of the American Dream at the dawn of the 20th century. This bold revival stars Tony nominee Joshua Henry, Olivier and Grammy nominee Caissie Levy, and Tony Award winner Brandon Uranowitz. This is the season's must-see musical and an enduring, impactful depiction of a nation in transformation.

For Non-Forum Attendees*
Lunch at The Standard Hotel: Standard Grill
Thursday, March 19, 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Register: $145
Gather with fellow guests for lunch at The Standard Grill, the chic, bistro-style restaurant at the trendy Standard Hotel. Enjoy a seasonal menu in a lively, welcoming setting.

For Non-Forum Attendees*
Tour of the Whitney Museum of American Art Biennial 2026
Thursday, March 19, 2:30 p.m. ‒ 3:30 p.m.
Tickets: $80
After lunch, enjoy a private guided tour of the Whitney Museum of American Art’s celebrated Biennial, the museum’s signature survey of contemporary art in the United States. An expert guide will provide unique insights as they take us through one of the art world’s most anticipated and debated exhibitions.
*National Trustee Forum participants should not register for the lunch or museum outing because they conflict with Forum sessions. Guests, spouses, and partners of Forum participants are welcome to register.

Dinner at Bocca di Bacco
Thursday, March 19, 5:30 p.m. ‒ 7:00 p.m.
Register: $165
Savor a pre-performance dinner at Bocca di Bacco, where rustic Italian flavors are served with modern flair in a warm setting.

Dudamel & David Lang’s The Wealth of Nations at the New York Philharmonic
Thursday, March 19, 7:30 p.m. ‒ 10:00 p.m.
Tickets: $165
Pulitzer Prize–winning composer David Lang offers a daring new musical response to Adam Smith’s classic 1776 text. The work explores the intersection of economy, society, and human values in our time. Gustavo Dudamel conducts the New York Philharmonic in this world-premiere performance, joined by an ensemble of vocal soloists whose voices illuminate Lang’s poignant and provocative score.

Tristan und Isolde at The Metropolitan Opera
Saturday, March 21, 12:00 p.m. ‒ 5:00 p.m.
Tickets: $160
Superstar soprano Lise Davidsen takes on the towering role of Isolde, opposite tenor Michael Spyres as Tristan. This new production of Wagner’s masterpiece of love and destiny is directed by Yuval Sharon in his Met debut, with music director Yannick Nézet-Séguin conducting. The cast also includes Ekaterina Gubanova as Brangäne, Tomasz Konieczny as Kurwenal, and Ryan Speedo Green as King Marke.

Laffont Grand Finals Concert at The Metropolitan Opera
Sunday, March 22, 3:00 p.m. ‒ 5:00 p.m.
Tickets: $95
Discover the most promising young singers from across North America as they compete in the final round of The Metropolitan Opera’s Eric and Dominique Laffont Competition. Backed by the Met Orchestra, each finalist will deliver two show-stopping arias — a rare chance to hear extraordinary new talent at the very beginning of international careers.