The Guilds

Des Moines Metro Opera is unique in many ways among local arts entities and regional opera companies. The company is particularly proud of its guild chapters that encompass a nearly 150-mile radius from our home offices. DMMO would not be able to generate the reach and scope of its activities without the tireless work from its four guild chapters in Ames, Des Moines, Indianola and Newton. Together, they make up a corps of volunteers that assist the DMMO office in many ways.

GUILD COUNCIL PRESIDENT
Julia Hagen

2023 VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR
John Hill and Fay Gish Hill


Ames Chapter

The Ames Chapter of the Des Moines Metro Opera Guild became a reality in March 1989. It is with joy and pride that this opera calendar year, the Ames Chapter celebrates its 35th anniversary! Over 61 members are active within the Ames Chapter.

Join the Ames Chapter

To join the Ames Chapter, please contact Membership Chair Jane Farrell-Beck at (515) 292-8302 or jfarrell@iastate.edu.

Upcoming Events

Ames Guild: Drake Opera Program

Tuesday April 9, 2024 6:30 PM

Arias in Ames

Sunday April 28, 2024 2:00 PM

Ames Guild: Pelléas & Mélisande Preview

Tuesday May 14, 2024 6:30 PM

Des Moines Chapter

The Des Moines Chapter of the Des Moines Metro Opera Guild is the largest of the four chapter, with over 150 active members! This chapter maintains an active schedule of events throughout the year that educate and enrich the lives of its members. See the calendar below for exciting upcoming events!

Join the Des Moines Chapter

To join the Des Moines Chapter, contact membership chair Dennis Hendrickson at dennis.p.hendrickson@gmail.com.

Upcoming Events

Des Moines Guild: In-Home Concert Series

Saturday March 23, 2024 2:00 PM

Des Moines Guild: In-Home Concert Series

Sunday April 7, 2024 4:00 PM

Des Moines Guild: In-Home Concert Series

Thursday April 11, 2024 7:00 PM

Des Moines Guild: In-Home Concert Series

Saturday April 27, 2024 4:00 PM

Des Moines Guild: In-Home Concert Series

Saturday May 11, 2024 6:00 PM

Des Moines Guild: In-Home Concert Series Closing Event

Tuesday May 14, 2024 6:00 PM

Indianola Chapter

The Indianola Chapter of the Des Moines Metro Opera Guild is the oldest chapter, having been established during the opera's second season in 1974. This chapter maintains an active schedule of events and serves as a crucial volunteer and organizing base for DMMO. 

Join the Indianola Chapter

To join the Indianola Chapter, please contact Guild representative Chari Kruse at 515-979-1879 or charikruse@gmail.com

Upcoming Events

Indianola Guild: Pelléas & Mélisande Preview

Tuesday April 16, 2024 6:30 PM

Indianola Guild: AAP Welcome Potluck

Monday June 3, 2024 5:30 PM

Picnic & Puccini Family Opera Adventure!

Saturday June 8, 2024 10:00 AM

Newton Chapter

Join the Newton Chapter

To join the Newton Chapter of the DMMO Guild, contact Newton Chapter President Joan Tyler at jtyler@iowatelecom.net or 641-840-2094.

Upcoming Events 

Newton Guild: American Apollo and Pelléas & Mélisande Preview

Sunday April 7, 2024 4:00 PM

Newton Guild: The Barber of Seville and Salome Preview

Sunday May 5, 2024 4:00 PM