2026 Annual Benefit Gala

Join us for a glamorous evening of live entertainment, cocktails, dinner, and more at the Stonington Opera House! Grab your good luck charm, don your flashiest suits and sequins, and join us for an unforgettable night as we turn the Opera House into Retro Las Vegas. Get ready for a dazzling experience!

Feeling lucky? Take a chance on our fabulous raffle items. Bid on unique experiences and items in our live and silent auctions.

Live performance by Grammy nominee Dez Duron
Dinner and refreshments by Bread & Butter Catering

Diamond Deluxe and High Roller seating available.

Dez Duron is a Grammy-nominated singer and actor whose career bridges the worlds of music and theater. Rising to national recognition as a Top 8 finalist on The Voice (Team Christina Aguilera), Dez has since built a reputation as one of today’s most compelling young crooners, drawing comparisons to icons like Frank Sinatra and Michael Bublé. In 2024, Dez made his acclaimed Broadway debut, originating Gil Brentley in the Tony award-winning best musical Maybe Happy Ending, following his standout performance in the show’s world-premiere production at Atlanta’s Alliance Theatre. Expanding his artistry, he released his debut single, “Let’s Just Call It Love,” showcasing his talent not only as a vocalist but also as a songwriter.