2026 Gala:
Still We Rise
Celebrating the Past, Building the Future Together
May 11, 2026 | St. Francis Hall | Washington, D.C.
Join us for an unforgettable evening of celebration, community, and artistry at IN Series’ 2026 Gala: Still We Rise. This special event honors the visionary leaders and artists who have shaped the soul of opera-theater—and supports the future of bold, inclusive, and transformative performance.
We are proud to honor Marc Scorca, President Emeritus of Opera America, with the Denyce Graves Award for his lifelong service to the art form. We’ll also celebrate Denyce Graves’ legacy—on and off the stage—as a trailblazer and inspiration to so many.
We are equally thrilled to recognize Melissa Warlow with the inaugural Community Leadership Honor for her unwavering dedication to civic impact and the arts.
The evening will feature dinner, drinks, and electrifying performances by the Grammy-nominated countertenor John Holiday, joined by special guests.
Mark your calendar and join us as we raise our voices—and our vision—for the future of IN Series.
