Tea and Treasures:
A Toast to America at 250
This year’s Tea and Treasures brings Detroit Opera’s acclaimed Resident Artists back to The War Memorial for a program celebrating A Toast to America at 250—a musical journey through the scenes, songs, and stories that have shaped the nation’s artistic identity as the country prepares to mark its 250th anniversary.
Audiences will enjoy selections spanning the openhearted lyricism of Carlisle Floyd and Aaron Copland to the bold theatrical brilliance of Kurt Weill, Leonard Bernstein, Rodgers and Hammerstein, Jerome Kern, and André Previn.
Guests will be treated to a tableside service of sweet and savory offerings alongside a curated selection of fine teas, all served in the elegance of our lakeside ballroom, paired with a program that illuminates the voices, dreams, and histories that continue to define American storytelling.
Performers include Brianna J. Robinson, Mia Mandineau, Travis Leon Williams, and Cole Bellamy, accompanied by Nathalie Doucet, Detroit Opera’s Head of Music and Director of the Resident Artist Program.
Together, they create an afternoon of exceptional music and thoughtful reflection—an experience designed for longtime opera lovers and those discovering the repertoire for the first time.
Tickets
Table for two: $130
Table for three: $195
Table for four: $260
Table for five: $325
Table for six: $390
Please note: Due to the nature of this event, we are unable to accommodate menu/dietary restrictions or substitutions.
Your Afternoon
Doors Open for Seating | 2:30pm
Tea Service Begins | 3pm
Performance begins | 3:45pm
Resident Artists featured on this program:
Brianna J. Robinson, Soprano
Mia Mandineau, Soprano
Travis Leon Williams, tenor
Cole Bellamy, Baritone
This event is presented as part of America 250, a nationwide commemoration marking the 250th anniversary of the United States. In 2026, select programs at The War Memorial invite reflection on our shared history, civic ideals, and the stories shaping the nation during this milestone year.