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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
2024 VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR
Dr. Michael Patterson
Thank you to the Guild Chapter leadership for hosting an appreciation luncheon and season celebration for Des Moines Metro Opera's full-time staff on Tuesday, August 27! A wonderful time was had by all!
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 36rd anniversary! Over 60 members are active within the Ames Chapter. Stay tuned for a full lineup of Ames Chapter events!
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: "Composing for Voice"
Ames Guild: The DMMO Orchestra
Ames Guild: The Flying Dutchman Preview
Ames Guild: Drake Opera Studio Program
Ames Guild: The Cunning Little Vixen Preview
Ames Guild: The Rake's Progress Preview
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, fill out the ONLINE FORM or download the MEMBERSHIP FORM and email to membership chair Meredith McLean at m.mclean7@gmail.com.
Upcoming Events
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
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.
