LPO Benefit Concert 2025

Join us for a night of music, legacy, and impact

Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra’s 2025 Benefit Concert
A Tribute to Ellis Marsalis Jr.
Saturday, September 6, 2025 | Orpheum Theater

The Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra proudly invites you to an unforgettable evening honoring the life and enduring legacy of the legendary Ellis Marsalis Jr. This special concert will feature the world premiere of a new composition by acclaimed New Orleans composer Roger Dickerson, with special guest performances by Delfeayo Marsalis, Jason Marsalis, and more.

Proceeds from the evening support LPO’s education and community engagement programs, including LPO Academy, Soul Strings, Musical Storytimes, and other vital initiatives that bring music to thousands of students and families across the region.

BENEFIT CONCERT COMMITTEE

Aylin Acikalin
Jeanette Davis-Loeb
Ana Gershanik
Councilman Eugene J. Green, Jr.
Susan Hess
Bernard Jaffe, M.D.
Roy Park
Mollie Pate
Robin Reed
Aaron Smith
Stephen M. Smith

Sponsorship Opportunities

By sponsoring this special event, you will help ensure that high-quality, accessible music experiences continue to thrive in our community. Sponsors receive concert tickets, access to a pre-show reception with musicians and guest artists, and recognition on LPO’s platforms.

To be recognized in the event program, please give by August 8, 2025. For more information, call us at (504) 523-6530, ext. 301, or email development@lpomusic.com.

Sponsorship Opportunities

  • MARQUEE SPONSOR - $25,000

    ($23,000 tax deductible)

    Twenty complimentary tickets for premium seating at the benefit concert

    Twenty complimentary entries to the pre-concert reception

    Sponsor recognition from the stage during the concert

    Exclusive press release highlighting the sponsorship

    Name or Logo on all advertisements for the benefit concert

    Logo with hyperlink on the concert website

    Name or Logo on all printed advertisements and programs for the concert

    One exclusive social media post on LPO social media channels

    become a sponsor

  • PLATINUM SPONSOR - $10,000

    ($8,400 tax deductible)

    Eight complimentary tickets for premium seating at the benefit concert

    Eight complimentary entries to the pre-concert reception

    Sponsor recognition from the stage during the concert

    Name or Logo on all advertisements for the benefit concert

    Logo with hyperlink on the concert website

    Name or Logo on all printed advertisements and programs for the concert

    become a sponsor

  • GOLD SPONSOR - $5,000

    ($3,800 tax deductible)

    Six complimentary tickets for premium seating at the benefit concert

    Six complimentary entries to the pre-concert reception

    Sponsor recognition from the stage during the concert

    Logo with hyperlink on the concert website

    Name or Logo in the printed program for the concert

    become a sponsor

  • SILVER SPONSOR - $2,500

    ($1,700 tax deductible)

    Four complimentary tickets for premium seating at the benefit concert

    Four complimentary entries to the pre-concert
    reception

    Logo with hyperlink on the concert website

    Name or Logo in the printed program for the concert

    become a sponsor

  • BRONZE SPONSOR - $1,000

    ($600 tax deductible)

    Two complimentary tickets for premium seating at the benefit concert

    Two complimentary entries to the pre-concert reception

    Logo with hyperlink on the concert website

    Name in the printed program for the concert

    become a sponsor

  • COMMUNITY PARTNER - $500

    ($400 tax deductible)

    Two complimentary tickets for balcony seating at the benefit concert

    Logo with hyperlink on the concert website

    Name in the printed program for the concert

    become a sponsor