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2025 Cosima Wagner Holiday Celebration Brunch with Special Guest Star Klaus Florian Vogt
December 6, 2025 - 11:30 am - 2:30 pm
THIS EVENT IS NOW CLOSED TO NEW BOOKINGS.
Here is our video invitation for this event: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IEGNHYwdfHQ
Join us for the 2025 edition of our traditional “Cosima Party” this year featuring world-renowned Wagner tenor, Klaus Florian Vogt. This annual holiday celebration brings together local Wagnerians to enjoy the camaraderie of our shared of passion while enjoying the wonderful food and ambience of the Crystal Ballroom at the Marine’s Memorial Club and Hotel. This year will be extra special with the appearance of superstar tenor Klaus Florian Vogt who will sing selections from many of his signature Wagner roles accompanied by Yang Lin. Vogt who is known world-wide for his gleaming tenor in operas such as Lohengrin, Parsifal, and Die Meistersinger has recently added Siegfried to his repertoire and next year will sing all four major tenor roles (!!!!) in the Ring at Bayreuth. This is a is a rare opportunity for local Wagner-lovers to experience his artistry in person. It is definitely a “must see” event.
11:30 – 12:00 Welcome Social with Sparkling Wine
12:00 – 1:00 Program with Klaus Florian Vogt
1:00 – 2:30 Luncheon
The price for this event is $225 per person includes a $50 tax-deductible donation to the Society. WHEN BOOKING PLEASE INDICATE THE NAMES OF THE ATTENDEES AND CHOICES OF ENTREES IN THE FIELDS PROVIDED: CHICKEN, SALMON, OR VEGETARIAN.
The program is subject to change without notice.
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