An evening to support Kentucky Opera’s mission

Celebrate our first commission since 1988 on February 21, 2025. Only 60 tickets available for this exclusive event!

Meet our special guests, composer Chandler Carter & librettist Diana Solomon-Glover.

A 3-course meal and a selection of wine awaits you at 8UP before heading to the Brown Theatre for the show. Please note that the opening night dinner does not include a ticket to the performance.

$150/person. Please consider adding a tax-deductible contribution to support live productions of music and theatre in Kentucky.

Your evening:
5-6 pm: reception
6-7 pm: dinner
7-7:45 pm: coffee & dessert
7:45 pm: walk to The Brown Theatre (5 minute walk)
8 pm: This Little Light of Mine

More Info:

  • When: Friday, February 21. Dinner begins at 6 pm, reception at 5 pm
  • Where: 8UP, Hilton Garden Inn Louisville Downtown 350 W Chestnut St, Louisville, KY 40202
  • Attire: Black tie recommended
  • Parking: Valet parking is included with your dinner ticket. Drop off your car at 8UP and pick it up at The Brown after the show.

Thank you to our Opening Night Dinner Sponsors:
Lead Sponsor: Blue Grass MOTORSPORT
Wine Sponsor: 8UP

Have tickets on Sunday? You can still join us for dinner! Or call our box office at 502-584-4500 to change your This Little Light of Mine tickets to Friday night.