Patrons add a seat. When purchasing your tickets, simply check the option to include a Generation Opera ticket at checkout. That extra seat will be reserved for a student.

Students RSVP. Students sign up in advance and let us know which performances they’re available to attend. They commit to our program guidelines, including attending on time, dressing appropriately, and treating everyone with courtesy and respect.

We make the match. Opera Baltimore pairs students with patrons based on RSVPs. Students confirm 48 hours before the performance, and standby students are kept ready if needed.

Enjoy the performance together. On performance night, patrons and students meet directly at their seats and enjoy the opera side by side.

Generation Opera is about sharing the opera in a friendly, appropriate, and respectful way. Courtesy is expected from both patrons and students.

This program does not involve transportation, meals, or extended social obligations beyond attending the performance.

If a student cannot attend, Opera Baltimore reassigns the seat to another student or guest — your extra ticket always gets used.

Patrons never have to experience opera alone.

Students get access to live opera they may not otherwise be able to attend.

Together, we’re building a stronger and more vibrant future for opera in Baltimore.