Maecenas XLII Saturday, May 1, 2027
Monterey Bay Fish Grotto
1411 Grandview Ave Save the Date for 2027!
Underwriting, Table, and Host Committee pre-sale is now open! Learn more about our new underwriting opportunities here, or pledge your support today. Pre-sale is open until September 30, 2026.
Looking for other sponsorship opportunities? Learn more about how you can help support the gala event of the season here. Sponsorship Opportunities range from $5,000 to $50,000, with marketing and hospitality benefits included. Confirm your support by September 30, 2026 to maximize your recognition benefits.
For more information, contact Torrance Gricks, Manager of Corporate Development & Event Fundraising.
Dancing at the Celestial Celebration--Maecenas XXXIX (photo credit: David Bachman)
Dancing at the Celestial Celebration--Maecenas XXXIX (photo credit: David Bachman)
New Guard dining at the Celestial Celebration--Maecenas XXXIX (photo credit: David Bachman)
Resident Artist performances at the Celestial Celebration--Maecenas XXXIX (photo credit: David Bachman)
Celestial Celebration--Maecenas XXXIX (photo credit: David Bachman)
The event’s namesake, Gaius Maecenas, was friend to the first Emperor of Rome, Caesar Augustus, and a celebrated patron to such artists of his time as Horace and Virgil. Today his name is synonymous with “patron of the arts.” Pittsburgh Opera’s Maecenas Award is bestowed upon benefactors whose exceptional dedication to our work ensures that live opera can thrive in Pittsburgh.
Previous award honorees include:
Lifetime Achievement Award
Nadine E. Bognar
Dr. Jared L. Cohon
Governor Tom Corbett
First Lady Susan Corbett
Arthur “Jack” Kerr
Robert Nutting
Janet Sarbaugh
Vincent Sarni
Tom Wolf, Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Donald Cardinal Wuerl
Maecenas Award
François J. Bitz
Electra and James R. Agras
Michele and Pat Atkins
Nadine E. Bognar
Carol R. Brown
Tony Bucci
Kathleen Casey Craig
Daya
Michele Fabrizi
Mary Louise Gailliot and the late Henry J. Gailliot
Named for Gaius Maecenas, the wealthy Roman statesman and cultural patron, the Maecenas gala has developed a reputation for a spectacular environment and great entertainment. SEEN hails it as “one of the best black-tie galas in town” and by the Tribune-Review as one of Pittsburgh’s top parties of the year. Each year, this event is a critical aspect of Pittsburgh Opera’s fundraising efforts to keep music alive in Pittsburgh and the surrounding areas.
Annually, Maecenas galas celebrate a successful season for Pittsburgh Opera and recognize individuals who have contributed significantly to the performing arts in Pittsburgh or within their respective fields. Each year, a few worthy recipients receive Awards from Pittsburgh Opera.
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