Curtis Centennial Gala

Join us on Thursday, May 8, 2025 at the Penn Museum to experience the grandeur of Curtis’ 100-year legacy at our centennial gala. 

Curtis alumni, friends, and patrons are invited to experience captivating performances by star alumnae J’Nai Bridges (Opera ’12), Amanda Majeski (Opera ’09), Karen Slack (Opera ’02), and Jarrett Ott (Opera ’14) along with other world-renowned guest artists as they illustrate the legacy of singing, vocal music, and opera at Curtis—a history with an outsized influence on the landscape of performance not only in the United States, but across the globe.   

The evening begins with a festive opening reception and the performances will be followed by a lush dinner party. You can be part of Curtis’ 100-year legacy at the centennial gala by securing your tickets today. 

Proceeds from the gala support Curtis’ exceptionally gifted young musicians as they hone their impressive artistic talents. In this unique and inclusive environment, they are nurtured by celebrated faculty, supported by a merit-based, tuition-free policy, and inspired by the school’s distinctive learn-by-doing approach. Your presence at the centennial gala ensures these experiences are available to countless generations of students to come.