Help save the Gauteng Opera

CLASSIC 1027 has launched a fund-raising campaign to save Gauteng Opera from shutting down.

With funds have dried up, Gauteng Opera will host its final concert this Sunday – unless money is found to save it.

Gauteng Opera’s artistic director, Phenye Modiane said after 18 years in operation and having produced some of the world’s best opera singers, Gauteng Opera must raise R1-million by March 18.

Gauteng Opera has over the years developed and trained over 150 singers, technical experts and arts administrators. It has managed to offer opera of the highest standard while investing in young talent.

To launch the campaign, Classic 1027 donated the first R50 000 and is challenging corporates to match or better this. The CEO of Classic 1027, Lyndon Johnstone, said it will be a travesty and a sad day for Gauteng Opera and music if this institution has to close its doors.

The proceeds of Sunday’s concert, which features Sacred Songs at the Tin Town Theatre, will go toward funding Gauteng Opera.

Those who wish to be part of this funding can donate to:

Myers Attorney Trust Account

RMB

Account Number: 62209178054

Reference: Gauteng Opera

For further enquiries please contact Thami Mbengashe on info@classicfm.co.za or 010 003 2771.

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