Become a Member
There is going to the opera—and then there is truly living it
Becoming a member of ABAO comes with many benefits. The most important of all is that, as part of Bilbao’s community of opera lovers, you stop simply attending the opera and start experiencing it from the inside.
You can join at any time—contact us and we will be happy to provide you with all the information.
Being an ABAO member has many advantages
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Preferred seating
- The best seats reserved for members.
- The same seat assigned throughout the entire season.
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Your season at the best price, from €44 per title.
- The most advantageous subscription price compared to buying individual tickets.
- 15% discount on opera tickets.
- Reduced rates for under-35s.
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Total flexibility
- Free performance changes in case of unforeseen circumstances.
- Tickets may be transferred to other people.
- Interest-free instalment payments.
- Automatic renewal with the option to upgrade.
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Share your passion
Personalised membership card, transferable to third parties. 10% discount on the subscription price for you and your accompanying guest.
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Opera from the inside
- Exclusive guided backstage tours.
- Priority invitations to talks and conferences.
- Members-only activities.
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Exclusive conferences
Enjoy priority invitations to the pre-performance conferences for each title.
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Programme delivered to your home
Receive the programme booklet and Scena magazine at your home before the premiere.
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Your Subscription
Your personalised membership card grants access to the Euskalduna Bilbao.
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Partner discounts
Special benefits and promotions thanks to our partner companies.
Season 25-26
At ABAO, we aim to bring opera closer to all audiences. That is why we offer a Young Subscription for people up to 35 years old. The membership card is transferable only among under-35s. Proof of age will be required upon entry to performances.
If you’re young, you enjoy even more benefits as a member
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Better prices
Save up to 55% compared to the general subscription and up to 61% compared to purchasing single tickets.
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Instalment payments
If you prefer not to pay the membership fee in one go, you can spread the cost over 12 convenient monthly instalments—and start enjoying opera from day one.
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Best seating
The best seats are reserved for members. You may change your performance slot and seating area each year.
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Occasional performance date changes
If you are unable to attend a performance, you may change it to another date—by phone or at our offices. The first change of the season is free; subsequent changes cost €6.
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Discounts outside the subscription
For all events outside the subscription (concerts, recitals, ABAO Txiki, etc.), you will enjoy priority booking and special prices, as well as up to 15% off additional opera tickets.
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10% for introducing a new member
For every new member you bring into the community, you will receive a 10% discount on your current season subscription.
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Backstage visits
As a member, you will have the opportunity to discover the behind-the-scenes workings and curiosities involved in preparing an opera.
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Exclusive conferences
Enjoy free access to in-depth analyses of each opera at the conferences held at the Museum of Fine Arts Auditorium.
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Dress rehearsals
Subscriptions to attend dress rehearsals are raffled among our members. Seats are allocated in the stalls or boxes at a reduced price.
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Free transport to Euskalduna Bilbao
We offer a free round-trip bus service, exclusively for members, from various cities.
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Exclusive multimedia content
Receive the programme booklet at your home before the premiere of each title. In addition, enjoy videos, interviews, and much more through the digital Scena magazine. And of course, the season book, which each year brings together comprehensive information on all performed operas: synopses, full librettos, expert commentary, casts, and much more.
Season 25-26