Become part of the next generation
NextGen 5833 is an Artis—Naples affiliate group of professionals and emerging philanthropists. Uniting visionary leaders, passionate patrons and devoted supporters into a cornerstone community of arts advocates, this group champions lasting access and enriching engagement with the arts for all — while enjoying behind-the-scenes access designed to foster a deep understanding of our mission.
We invite you to join us!
NextGen 5833 participants enjoy:
- Invitations to five exclusive NextGen events each season, including pre-performance receptions and private curator-led exhibition tours
- Access to reserved tickets for all performances on the NextGen 5833 season calendar
- The opportunity to build relationships with Artis—Naples leadership, musicians, artists and fellow community members
In addition to making an annual gift, participants are asked to attend a minimum of four performances, programs or events each season.
NextGen 5833 Levels and Benefits
NextGen Leadership
NextGen Leadership is an elevated giving level that offers participants the opportunity to guide the future of NextGen 5833 programming and provides transformative philanthropic support to Artis—Naples, enabling broad access to our multidisciplinary cultural offerings.
$1,600 Supporter
All benefits of Ambassador, plus:
- Invitation for four (4) to each NextGen season event
- The opportunity to join the Next Gen Steering Committee, the leadership group that plans annual events, guides philanthropic initiatives and shapes community engagement
- Invitations to exclusive Artis—Naples donor gatherings throughout the year with leadership, musicians and visiting artists, including post-concert receptions with international Visiting Orchestras
- VIP concierge ticketing service with a dedicated phone line
- Invitation to exclusive behind-the-scenes tours (limited availability)
- Exclusive early access to tickets for performances and events
Join NextGen Leadership
Your annual gift may be made in multiple installments.
As we begin the exciting 2026-27 season, we hope you will renew your support or consider engaging with NextGen 5833.
For more information about the status of your participation, please contact the development department at 239-254-2719.
NextGen Ambassadors
The NextGen Ambassadors represent a vital group of culturally engaged, young professionals throughout the community who contribute to the success and vibrancy of Artis—Naples. Ambassadors enjoy access to NextGen events, opportunities to forge connections with peers and mentors across fields and build meaningful, longstanding relationships.
$250 Ambassador
- Invitation for two (2) to each NextGen season event
- Free unlimited admission to The Baker Museum
- Invitations to exclusive exhibition previews
- Invitations to invited rehearsals (two per season)
- 10% discount on purchases from The Baker Museum Store and the Hayes Hall Jewelry Counter (some exclusions may apply)
- 10% discount on food and non-alcoholic beverages at Heidi’s Place and beverage bars
- Invitations to Friends of Artis—Naples travel opportunities (priced per trip)
- Invitations to Lunch, Listen and Learn programs (priced per luncheon)
- Free or reduced admission to museums through the North American Reciprocal Museum (NARM) Association. For more information on the 1,400-plus arts, cultural and historical institutions that participate, please visit NARM.
- Invitation to attend the Naples International Film Festival preview party
- Recognition in one issue of the Artis—Naples program book
Join NextGen Ambassador
2026-27 Season Events
NextGen donors receive exclusive invitations to exciting events.
NextGen 5833 Season Kick-Off
Behind-the-Scenes Tour and Season Highlights
September 2026
Join us for an exhilarating start of the 2026-27 Artis—Naples season! This event will include two behind-the-scenes experiences: a backstage tour of Hayes Hall with Executive Vice President, Artistic Operations David Filner, who will share performing arts highlights for the season ahead, plus an after-hours visit to The Baker Museum, where Museum Director and Chief Curator Courtney McNeil will introduce the upcoming exhibition lineup and guide a gallery experience. The evening will conclude with a sunset reception on Baird Terrace with refreshments and light bites.
Private Tour and Reception
The Surrealist International: Fifty Years of Dreams
November 2026
Enjoy an exclusive private tour of The Surrealist International: Fifty Years of Dreams, led by Museum Director and Chief Curator Courtney McNeil. This special exhibition, organized in collaboration with Tate, United Kingdom, features remarkable works by celebrated surrealist artists, including Salvador Dalí, Marcel Duchamp and René Magritte. Following the tour, we will gather on the Baird Terrace for hors d’oeuvres and beverages.
NextGen 5833 Holiday Reception
December 2026
Join us for a festive evening of light appetizers and cocktails as we celebrate the spirit of the holiday season. We look forward to toasting the New Year together, welcoming a season of art, joy and inspiration.
Post-Concert Reception
Zachary and Rachmaninoff
January 2027
Join us for an extraordinary evening with the Naples Philharmonic, followed by a special post-concert reception. Led by Grammy-winning conductor Teddy Abrams, this compelling program journeys through striking emotional landscapes and features the orchestra’s own concertmaster, Zachary DePue, as soloist—showcasing his remarkable virtuosity and magnetic stage presence — before culminating in the sweeping Romantic grandeur of Rachmaninoff’s beloved Second Symphony.
After the performance, continue the evening at an exclusive NextGen reception in Norris Garden, where a festive atmosphere awaits. Enjoy refreshments as you mingle with select musicians of the Naples Philharmonic, forging personal connections with some of the artists who bring extraordinary music to life on our stages.
Pre-Performance Reception
Maestro of the Movies: A Tribute to John Williams
February 2027
Join us for a lively reception as we celebrate the Naples Philharmonic Pops performance of Maestro of the Movies: A Tribute to John Williams, a thrilling program featuring iconic music and scenes from his most celebrated films, including Star Wars and Raiders of the Lost Ark.
Season-End Celebration and Private Tour
Baron Wolman: Capturing the Sound of an Era
May 2027
Close out the 2026-27 NextGen 5833 season with an exclusive evening at The Baker Museum. Join Curator of Modern Art Dianne Brás-Feliciano for a private tour of Baron Wolman: Capturing the Sound of an Era, an exhibition highlighting the legacy of the trailblazing first chief photographer of Rolling Stone magazine. Following the tour, we will gather on the Baird Terrace to toast to another inspiring season together!