Friday, October 17, 2025 • 5:30 PM

VIP Experience 5:00 pm

The Arid Club

1137 W River St, Boise

Join us for Auction of Arias, a sparkling evening of fine dining, spirited bidding, and unforgettable music. Start the night with appetizers and wine before sitting down to an elegant dinner, then experience the thrill of our live auction where you decide what gets sung.

You’ll have a list of songs and arias chosen by the cast of Sweeney Todd—not just opera, but maybe also musical theater, jazz, and other selections. Bid against fellow patrons to hear your selection performed first, and enjoy each piece knowing it reflects the passions of the artists themselves.

Led by a professional auctioneer and emceed by Opera Idaho’s General Director, Stacey Trenteseaux, this event blends elegance with fun in true Opera Idaho style. Seating is limited to keep the evening intimate, so be sure to secure your place at the table.

Proceeds from this event directly benefit the Fall productions and operations of Opera Idaho, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization.

Tickets

  • Full Dinner Ticket
    Includes appetizers, wine, a three-course dinner, dessert, and access to the live auction.

  • Intermezzo Ticket
    Arrive for dessert and the auction portion of the evening—perfect for those who want a taste of the fun.

  • VIP Ticket
    Upgrade your experience with access to the upstairs VIP lounge and a chance to mingle casually with the artists before the program begins. Includes full dinner and auction.

  • Artist Chair Add-On
    Sponsor an artist’s seat at your table. Your support helps cover dinner for one of our eight performers as they join the celebration.

Menu

Signature Cocktails

  • Demon Bourbon of Fleet Street – Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon, Amaro, Luxardo Cherry Syrup, Orange Bitters

  • Lovett’s Lemon Drop – Tito’s Vodka, Limoncello, Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup, Half Sugar Rim

Passed Appetizers

  • “Finger” Sandwiches – two-bite sandwiches made to look like fingers

  • Antipasto “Eyes” – mortadella, fresh mozzarella, black olive, pesto

  • Mini Meat Pies – classic English pasty, made mini

Entrées

  • Filet of beef with duchess potatoes, roasted vegetables, crimson demi-glace

  • Hazelnut-crusted halibut with whipped potatoes, roasted vegetables, pomegranate chutney

  • Stacked onion tart with caramelized onion, herbs, Wensleydale cheese, and flaky pastry

Desserts

  • Bakewell Tart

  • Battenberg Cake