Join this group of dynamic young music lovers, ages 21 to 45, who share an interest in meeting fellow opera fans, making friends and learning more about this spectacular musical and visual art form.

Members enjoy exclusive access to the Metropolitan Opera through in-house privileges, special events and education and social activities designed to bring together young opera-goers in one of the world’s most famous and spectacular cultural arenas. Membership begins at the introductory $500 level for members in their 20s and 30s, with full benefits for all members at the $1,000 level.  Membership at the $2,000 level includes benefits of the Patron Program and a Young Patron Salon Series in addition to all Young Associates events. Individual members are welcome to bring a guest to all activities. Membership benefits extend for one year from the time you join.

View the 2009–10 Young Associates calendar of events. New events will added throughout the season.

Consider a Matching Gift

Increase your contribution to the Metropolitan Opera with your company’s matching gift program and you may even receive additional privileges. To find out if your company participates, and the amount they will match, please contact your company’s human resources department or call the Patron Office at 212-870-4502. New!  Access our frequently updated matching gift database.

Additional Information

For additional information about the Young Associates Program, please contact us:

Young Associates
The Metropolitan Opera
Lincoln Center
New York, NY 10023
Telephone: 212-870-4587
Fax: 212-870-7659
E-mail: ya@metopera.org