10News.com

Sustain San Diego
Holiday Gift Guide Button
Sustain San Diego
10 News Leadership Award
San Diego News
E-Mail News Alerts
Get breaking news and daily headlines.
Browse all e-mail newsletters
Related To Story

Local Opera Company Receives Gift of $700,000

Developer Makes Donation To Lyric Opera San Diego

POSTED: 3:14 pm PDT August 14, 2006
UPDATED: 4:42 pm PDT August 14, 2006

A local developer donated $700,000 to Lyric Opera San Diego to help the group purchase the newly renovated Stephen and Mary Birch North Park Theatre, it was announced Monday.

The gift brings the total donated by Bud Fischer to more than $1.25 million, officials said.

Lyric Opera took a $4 million mortgage to pay off the theater's construction loan and purchase the building from Fischer, which includes office space used by the San Diego Men's Chorus and storefront retail.

The purchase makes Lyric Opera San Diego one of 13 opera companies in the nation to own its own performing venue, according to the group.


Links We Like

Sponsored Content
Before you splurge on that pricey remodeling project, beware. It may not pay you back when it's time to sell. More

Employers generally have options when it comes to hiring. Makes sure you present yourself as professionally as possible, or else. More

Want to lose weight? Get a diet and fitness plan customized for you from Jillian Michaels of TV’s Biggest Loser. MoreClick Here

The signs of Cancer can sometimes be very subtle. Here's a guide to help you recognize them early. More

Sponsored Links

2009 Holidays

With planning, realistic goals and a little bit of luck, stress-free travel with kids over the holidays can be a reality for your family. More