OPERA America Regional Meeting – Des Moines

OPERA America Regional Meeting – Des Moines

Thursday, July 16, 2026
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Des Moines Metro Opera
106 West Boston Avenue
Indianola, IA 50125

Michael J. Bobbitt, OPERA America’s new president/CEO, invites you meet him in Des Moines for a regional convening of the midwest opera field.

1. Learn about the operational health of the national opera field.
2. Hear the latest research from OPERA America about audience motivations, behaviors, and retention strategies.
3. Share your local challenges and opportunities.
4. Network with peers in your region.
5. Help shape the future priorities of OPERA America.

The meeting is intended for all industry professionals: company leaders, administrators, trustees, artists, educators, and associates.

Co-facilitated by Bobbitt and Jamelah Rimawi, chief programs officer of OPERA America.

PERFORMANCE:

Guests are encouraged to attend:

• King Roger (Tuesday, July 14 at 7:30 p.m.) at Des Moines Metro Opera
• Of Mice and Men (Wednesday, July 15 at 7:30 p.m.) at Des Moines Metro Opera
• Tosca (Thursday, July 16 at 7:30 p.m.) at Des Moines Metro Opera

Use the code "OA15" to access a 15% discount on the performances listed above.

Guests seeking accommodations in Des Moines are encouraged to book at the Des Moines Marriott Downtown. Book with Des Moines Metro Opera's corporate discount here. The hotel is a pickup location for the Opera Shuttle, which is available for every performance during the 2026 Festival (round-trip tickets are $25/person).

Questions? Contact Membership@operaamerica.org or 646.699.5266.