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Patti LuPone, Jeanine Tesori's BLUE & More Set for Lyric Opera of Chicago 2024/25 Season by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 12, 2024

Lyric Opera of Chicago has revealed its 2024/25 Season. See the full season lineup and learn how to purchase tickets!...

Video: Watch a Trailer for Lyric Opera of Chicago's Production of Verdi's AIDA by Blair Ingenthron - March 10, 2024

For the first time in more than a decade, Verdi’s romantic and political drama Aida returns to Lyric Opera of Chicago, March 9 to April 7, 2024. Watch footage from the production here!...

Photos: First Look At AIDA At Lyric Opera of Chicago by A.A. Cristi - March 08, 2024

For the first time in more than a decade, Verdi’s romantic and political drama Aida returns to Lyric Opera of Chicago, March 9 to April 7, 2024. See photos from the production. ...

Video: Watch Alessandro Corbelli Sing 'Miei Rampolli Femminini' from Rossini's CINDERELLA by Nicole Rosky - February 07, 2024

Rule #1: Don't wake Don Magnifico! In this video, watch a scene from Rossini's CINDERELLA at Lyric Opera of Chicago....

Video: Jack Swanson Sings 'Si Ritrovarla io Giuro' from Rossini's CINDERELLA by Blair Ingenthron - February 03, 2024

Watch Tenor Jack Swanson sing 'Si Ritrovarla io Giuro', the iconic aria from Rossini's CINDERELLA in the video here!...

Video: Justin Austin Sings 'What Makes a Man a Man' From CHAMPION at Lyric Opera of Chicago by Blair Ingenthron - February 03, 2024

Lyric Opera of Chicago has released video footage of Justin Austin performing 'What Makes a Man a Man' from Terence Blanchard's CHAMPION below. Ahead of his fateful fight with Benny 'Kid' Paret, Emile Griffith finds himself torn between societal expectations and the desire to be his true self. Watch...

Video: Get A First Look At Lyric Opera of Chicago's Production of Blanchard's CHAMPION by Joshua Wright - January 29, 2024

The music of Terence Blanchard has returned to Lyric Opera of Chicago with his first opera: Champion, an 'opera in jazz' inspired by the true story of boxer Emile Griffith, a professional boxer from the U.S. Virgin Islands who threw a fatal punch in the boxing ring in 1962. Get a first look at the p...

Video: Conductor Yi-Chen Lin Discusses the Enduring Magic of Rossini's CINDERELLA by Blair Ingenthron - January 28, 2024

Rossini's CENERENTOLA — or, CINDERELLA — has been an audience favorite for more than 200 years. From its perfectly balanced structure to the fun and fizzy melodies, Maestra Yi-Chen Lin shares why this beloved opera has stood the test of time. Watch the interview here!...

Photos: First Look at CHAMPION at Lyric Opera of Chicago by Blair Ingenthron - January 27, 2024

The music of Terence Blanchard has returned to Lyric Opera of Chicago with his first opera: Champion, an 'opera in jazz' inspired by the true story of boxer Emile Griffith, a professional boxer from the U.S. Virgin Islands who threw a fatal punch in the boxing ring in 1962. Check out production phot...

Video: Vasilisa Berzhanskaya Sings 'Non più mesta' from Rossini's CINDERELLA at Lyric Opera by Joshua Wright - January 24, 2024

Watch as in this joyful Act Two aria, the kind-hearted Angelina (mezzo-soprano Vasilisa Berzhanskaya in her U.S. operatic debut) chooses love and forgiveness over sadness and revenge. Rossini's CINDERELLA is onstage at Lyric, now through February 10. ...

Video: Associate Choreographer Christopher Jackson Explores The Dance in Lyric Opera's CHAMPION by Alan Henry - January 22, 2024

In an all-new video, Associate Choreographer Christopher Jackson discusses the gumbo of dance found in Terence Blanchard's CHAMPION. ...

CINDERELLA Opens This Sunday At Lyric Opera of Chicago by A.A. Cristi - January 19, 2024

Rossini's popular retelling of the beloved Cinderella story, on stage at Lyric Opera of Chicago from January 21 to February 10, 2024, adds a few fabulous operatic twists to the traditional fairy tale. ...

VIDEO: Meet The Cast Of Lyric Opera Of Chicago's CINDERELLA by Joshua Wright - January 18, 2024

Meet the cast of The Lyric Opera of Chicago's CINDERELLA — onstage January 21 through February 10 starring Vasilisa Berzhanskaya, Jack Swanson, Alessandro Corbelli, Joshua Hopkins, Nicholas Newton, Teresa Castillo, and Sophia Maekawa in Jean-Pierre Ponnelle's iconic production. ...

VIDEO: Director James Robinson on Blanchard's CHAMPION by Joshua Wright - January 09, 2024

Learn about the world champion boxer and see how his story inspired Grammy Award-winning composer Terence Blanchard's first foray into opera in this interview with director James Robinson in an all-new video. ...

What You Need to Know About Blanchard and Cristofer's CHAMPION at Lyric Opera of Chicago by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 14, 2023

Lyric Opera of Chicago is presenting the Lyric premiere of Grammy Award-winning composer Terence Blanchard and Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning librettist Michael Cristofer’s knockout opera Champion. Learn more about this opera!...

VIDEO: Watch Nina Stemme as Kostelnička in Janáček's JENŮFA (Act Three) by Blair Ingenthron - November 26, 2023

Lyric Opera of Chicago has released video footage of Nina Stemme from their production of Janáček’s JENŮFA. Watch the footage here!...

What You Need to Know about Rossini's CINDERELLA at Lyric Opera of Chicago by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 15, 2023

Lyric Opera of Chicago will present Rossini’s timeless romantic comedy Cinderella, transporting audiences to a world of enchantment from January 21 to February 10, 2024....

VIDEO: Lawrence Brownlee Sings 'Ah! Mes Amis' from THE DAUGHTER OF THE REGIMENT at Lyric Opera of Chicago by Blair Ingenthron - November 12, 2023

In this excerpt from Donizetti's THE DAUGHTER OF THE REGIMENT, bel canto superstar Lawrence Brownlee (Tonio) displays his stratospheric singing in 'Ah! mes amis' ('Ah, my friends'), celebrating that as a member of the regiment, he can now marry his love, Marie. Watch a clip here!...

VIDEO: Watch Footage from Lyric Opera of Chicago's Production of Janáček's JENŮFA by Blair Ingenthron - November 12, 2023

Lyric Opera of Chicago has released footage of their production of Janáček’s JENŮFA, now running through November 26th. Check out the trailer here!...

Photos: First Look at Janáček's JENŮFA at Lyric Opera of Chicago by Blair Ingenthron - November 11, 2023

Janáček’s dramatic masterpiece Jenůfa will return to Lyric Opera of Chicago for the first time in more than 20 years, November 12 – 26, 2023. Check out production photos here!...

VIDEO: Lawrence Brownlee Talks Tonio's Journey in THE DAUGHTER OF THE REGIMENT at Lyric by Blair Ingenthron - November 05, 2023

In this video interview from the Lyric Opera of Chicago, the renowned tenor Lawrence Brownlee discusses his character's growth and how he prepares for the nine astonishing high C's in 'A mes amis.' ...

VIDEO: Watch a Trailer for Lyric Opera of Chicago's Production of Donizetti's THE DAUGHTER OF THE REGIMENT by Blair Ingenthron - November 05, 2023

Lyric Opera of Chicago will bring this production of Donizetti’s The Daughter of the Regiment — bel canto opera’s equivalent of vintage champagne — to the city for the first time. Audiences are invited to Lyric for all of the military might and operatic delight, for seven performances through Novemb...

Photos: First Look at DAUGHTER OF THE REGIMENT at Lyric Opera of Chicago by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 03, 2023

Get a first look at the highly anticipated production of DAUGHTER OF THE REGIMENT at Lyric Opera of Chicago. Discover photos of the show and meet the talented cast members bringing this beloved opera to life....

Lyric Opera Of Chicago's Ryan Opera Center Accepting Applications For 2024/25 Ensemble Conductor, Stage Director, And Stage Manager Positions by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 10, 2023

Lyric Opera of Chicago's Ryan Opera Center is now accepting applications for the 2024/25 Ensemble Conductor, Stage Director, and Stage Manager positions. Don't miss your chance to join this prestigious program. Apply now!...

Everything You Need to Know About Janáček's JENUFA at Lyric Opera of Chicago by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 03, 2023

Discover all the essential information about Janáček's Jenůfa at Lyric Opera of Chicago, including dates, venue, and what to expect from this highly anticipated production. Don't miss out on this incredible opera experience....

Photos: First Look at Chicago Lyric Opera's THE FLYING DUTCHMAN by Blair Ingenthron - September 24, 2023

Check out production photos from Lyric Opera of Chicago’s production of Wagner’s The Flying Dutchman, running September 23 to October 7, 2023 here!...

What You Need To Know About THE DAUGHTER OF THE REGIMENT At Lyric Opera of Chicago by A.A. Cristi - September 21, 2023

Donizetti's beloved comic opera The Daughter of the Regiment marches onto the Lyric Opera of Chicago stage for the first time in 50 years, November 4-25, 2023. Also known by its French-language title La fille du régiment, this mashup of slapstick and romance stars two of the biggest names in all of ...

Lyric Opera Of Chicago Announces The SoundShirt Pilot Program by A.A. Cristi - September 07, 2023

Lyric Opera of Chicago announces the launch of a new accessibility initiative for its 2023/24 Season: the SoundShirt, a pilot program that brings wearable technology to the opera house for the first time. The SoundShirt allows all audience members, but particularly those who are deaf or hard of hear...

Lyric Opera of Chicago to Present AN EVENING WITH AUDRA MCDONALD in October by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 28, 2023

Get ready for an extraordinary evening as Lyric Opera of Chicago presents the highly-anticipated performance by Audra McDonald. Don't miss the chance to experience the incredible talents of Audra McDonald at the Lyric Opera of Chicago!...

Ouroboros Opera and Valkyrie Ensemble to Present Chicago Premiere of LA FEMME BOHEME This Month by Blair Ingenthron - August 13, 2023

Two Chicago-based companies Ouroboros Opera and The Valkyrie Ensemble will join forces this month to produce the Chicago Premiere of La Femme Bohème – the beloved Puccini opera La Bohème with a twist. The leading cast is made up entirely of female and non-binary performers....

What You Need to Know About Wagner's THE FLYING DUTCHMAN at The Lyric Opera of Chicago by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 08, 2023

Get all the details about the upcoming performance of Wagner's The Flying Dutchman at The Lyric Opera of Chicago. From the storyline to the cast, this guide is a must-read for opera lovers and fans of Wagner's work....

Stream Lyric Opera of Chicago's THE FACTOTUM on Film for Free Until Early September by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 03, 2023

Discover the breathtaking performance of Lyric Opera of Chicago's The Factotum on Film, available for free streaming until September. Don't miss out on this limited-time opportunity to experience the magic of The Factotum from the comfort of your own home....

Lyric Opera of Chicago to Present SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH LYRIC, a Free Family-Friendly Event by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 31, 2023

Lyric Opera of Chicago is ushering in the 2023/24 cultural season on a high note with Sunday in the Park with Lyric, an evening of beautiful music led by Enrique Mazzola....

Single Tickets for Lyric Opera of Chicago's 2023/24 Season on Sale Tomorrow by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 14, 2023

Single tickets go on sale tomorrow — Thursday, June 15 at 10 a.m. CT — for Lyric Opera of Chicago’s compelling 2023/24 Season....

Video: Ryan McCartan Sings 'Something's Coming' From WEST SIDE STORY at Lyric Opera of Chicago by Alan Henry - June 13, 2023

Get a first look at Ryan McCartan performing 'Something's Coming' in an all-new video. Ryan McCartan, Kanisha Marie Feliciano, Brett Thiele, Amanda Castro, and Yurel Echezarreta are headlining Lyric Opera of Chicago's production of Leonard Bernstein and Stephen Sondheim's groundbreaking American mus...




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