SAN DIEGO OPERA

On Saturday, April 22, 2023, hundreds of opera lovers gathered to celebrate the transformative power of the human voice at the San Diego Opera Ball for All, When in Rome. The evening was co-chaired by Veronica and Miguel Leff, and Diana and Eliezer Lombrozo and honored the giving legacy of Peter and Peggy Preuss, longtime champions of the arts and education. The black-tie event was held at the Hyatt Regency La Jolla at Aventine and began with a spirited cocktail hour followed by an Italian-themed dinner and dancing to the rousing beat of Jacqueline Foster Showdance. Celebrated mezzo-soprano Guadalupe Paz, who recently created the role of Frida Kahlo for the world premiere opera El Último Sueño de Frida y Diego, serenaded guests with a program of crowd-pleasing Italian arias and songs. The evening was a huge success as guests generously supported the Opera’s programs with an exciting paddle raise that raised more than $600,000 to help ensure the future of San Diego Opera.