Lyric Opera 2018-2019 Issue 8 Elektra

L Y R I C O P E R A O F C H I C A G O 16 | February 2 - 22, 2019 help match their philanthropic vision to our programs,” says Daniel Moss, senior director of institutional partnerships. "Some may be new to opera and curious to learn, while others truly love and understand this complex art form. Institutions may be interested in recognition and/or employee engagement, but they contribute primarily because they believe in supporting a major Chicago arts organization. ey also appreciate our work in the Chicago Public Schools, and in our community, and they want to help make this possible. ere is definitely a sense of civic pride when corporations and foundations support major cultural institutions. ey want to know what Lyric is doing onstage and in the community, and how they can make a difference. We’re thrilled to have these institutions as an important part of the Lyric family." It’s wonderful when Lyric provides a donor with an opportu- nity to have a special experience with an artist, or a journey behind the scenes. “It’s taking that next step from sitting in the theater watching the show to dipping your toe in the water of what goes into making the production happen,” says DelPilar. “Frequently they’re impressed by the complexity, the grandeur of the art form. But also, they’re astonished by the down-to-earth, accessible personalities of artists like Matthew Polenzani and Ana María Martínez. ey can see them onstage in costume and under the lights, and there’s a magic there, but then they go backstage and see them as real people.” Lyric’s special events are a marvelous way to not only attract new donors by introducing them to the spirit of the Lyric family, but also celebrate existing donors and thank them for their support Lang Lang with Lyric Board of Directors member Robert McCullen, wife Evelyn, and guests. ROBERT KUSEL “ ere is definitely a sense of civic pride when corporations and foundations support major cultural institutions. ey want to know what Lyric is doing onstage, and in the community, and how they can make a difference.” — Daniel Moss