GOLDEN TICKET Recording Gives Supporters Chance to Become Oompa Loompas

The Golden Ticket, American Lyric Theater's first opera commission - based on Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory - is being produced for the third time this winter. The Golden Ticket received its world premiere at Opera Theatre of Saint Louis in 2010, followed by its European premiere at Ireland's Wexford Festival. This month, ALT is partnering with The Atlanta Opera to present The Golden Ticket and is recording the performances for release on CD later this year.

The recording will featuring many of the singers who premiered their roles at OTSL, including Daniel Okulitch as Willy Wonka, as well as many artists who first created their roles in ALT's New York City workshops. We are also very excited to announce that the recording will be conducted by none other than the composer himself, Peter Ash

For as little as $100, opera goers can become an Oompa Loompa supporter of the recording. All Oompa Loompa supporters will receive personal recognition in the CD Booklet, and all donations are tax deductible.

$100 (fully tax deductible): Your name will be listed in the CD Booklet, and you may dedicate your support in the name of one special child in your life.

$250 ($220 tax deductible): Your name will be listed in the CD Booklet, and you may dedicate your support in the name of up to three special children in your life. In addition, you will receive an advance copy of the CD.

$500 ($470 tax deductible): Your name will listed in the CD Booklet, and you may dedicate your support in the name of up to five special children in your life. In addition, you will receive an advance copy of the CD, signed by composer Peter Ash and Librettist Donald Sturrock!

To become an Oompa Loompa supporter, and help make the recording of The Golden Ticket a reality, visit https://npo.networkforgood.org/Donate/Donate.aspx?npoSubscriptionId=1005002.