CHICAGO OPERA NEWS COVERAGE

The latest news on performances of Opera in Chicago.

Lyric Opera of Chicago and the Chicago Federation of Musicians #10-208 Reach Contractual Labor Agreement by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 17, 2023

Read Lyric Opera of Chicago and the Chicago Federation of Musicians #10-208's joint statement on their agreement....

Chicago Opera Theater Names Lawrence Edelson as New General Director by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2023

After a three-month nationwide search, the Chicago Opera Theater Board of Directors has named veteran artistic leader and stage director Lawrence Edelson as next General Director of the company....

Lyric Opera of Chicago to Introduce its First-Ever Artist in Residence Program by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 11, 2023

Lyric Opera of Chicago is launching a new Artist-in-Residence program....

Lyric Opera of Chicago to Hold Dance Auditions for AIDA in May by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 25, 2023

Lyric Opera of Chicago will hold auditions for solo dancers with significant stage experience for its upcoming production of Aida by Giuseppe Verdi....

Chicago Opera Theater Announces 50th Anniversary Season In 2023/24 by A.A. Cristi - April 20, 2023

Chicago Opera Theater (COT), Chicago's foremost producer of new and reimagined opera, has announced its 50th Anniversary season in 2023/24. Reflecting on the company's first fifty years, the golden anniversary offers all the hallmarks that have made COT a staple in the Chicago community and the grea...

Ryan McCartan & Kanisha Marie Feliciano to Star in WEST SIDE STORY at Lyric Opera of Chicago by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 12, 2023

Ryan McCartan, Kanisha Marie Feliciano, Brett Thiele, Amanda Castro, and Yurel Echezarreta will headline Lyric Opera of Chicago’s production of West Side Story. See how to purchase tickets!...

AN EVENING WITH AUDRA MCDONALD, CHAMPION & More Set for Lyric Opera of Chicago 2023/24 Season by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 14, 2023

Lyric Opera of Chicago has announced the company’s 2023/24 Season, which takes audiences on a global tour of opera featuring a richly curated slate of musical events in six different languages....

Photos: First Look at CARMEN at Lyric Opera of Chicago by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 10, 2023

Get a first look at photos of Carmen at Lyric Opera of Chicago! ...

Lyric Opera of Chicago to Produce Film Version of World Premiere THE FACTOTUM by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 07, 2023

Due to its limited run and the high interest in the production, Lyric will release the film of The Factotum....

The Countdown To Lyric Opera Of Chicago's Wine Auction 2023 Begins by A.A. Cristi - February 28, 2023

After a five year hiatus, Lyric Opera of Chicago is back this Spring with Wine Auction 2023, on May 13. Named a 'Top Charity Wine Auction' by Wine Spectator Magazine, the famed event is returning with its most lavish year yet, with all proceeds from making a profound contribution to Lyric's ability ...

Lyric Opera of Chicago to Hold Dance Auditions for THE DAUGHTER OF THE REGIMENT by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 27, 2023

Lyric Opera of Chicago will hold auditions for solo dancers with significant stage experience for its upcoming production of The Daughter of the Regiment by Gaetano Donizetti....

What You Need to Know About the World Premiere of PROXIMITY at Lyric Opera of Chicago by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 21, 2023

See details about the world premiere of Proximity at Lyric Opera of Chicago!...

VIDEO: Eric Einhorn Discussing the Production of HANSEL & GRETEL by Stage Tube - February 03, 2023

Based on the beloved fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm, HANSEL AND GRETEL gets a whimsical makeover in this popular production. Watch director Eric Einhorn bringing this production to life on stage. ...

Photos: First Look at the World Premiere of THE FACTOTUM at Lyric Opera of Chicago by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 03, 2023

Get a first look at the world premiere of The Factotum at Lyric Opera of Chicago, running February 3-12, 2023. ...

What You Need to Know About CARMEN at Lyric Opera of Chicago by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 26, 2023

Opera’s legendary femme fatale returns to Lyric Opera of Chicago with Bizet’s Carmen — March 11 – April 7, 2023 — starring J’Nai Bridges, a leading interpreter of the famous title role and a singer with deep Chicago roots....

Video: First Look at HANSEL AND GRETEL at Lyric Opera of Chicago by A.A. Cristi - January 25, 2023

Lyric Opera of Chicago is presenting the return of Humperdinck's deliciously dark fairytale Hansel and Gretel, January 25 to February 5, 2023. See video highlights from the production!...

Photos: First Look at HANSEL AND GRETEL at Lyric Opera of Chicago by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 25, 2023

Get a first look at photos of Lyric Opera of Chicago's return of Humperdinck's deliciously dark fairytale Hansel and Gretel, January 25 to February 5, 2023. ...

What You Need to Know About Humperdinck's HANSEL AND GRETEL at Lyric Opera of Chicago by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 20, 2022

A classic fairytale returns to life as Humperdinck’s Hansel and Gretel comes to Lyric Opera of Chicago in a universally acclaimed production, back by popular demand for six performances, January 25–February 3, 2023....

What You Need to Know About THE FACTOTUM World Premiere at Lyric Opera of Chicago by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 12, 2022

Opera gets a dramatic remix by Lyric Opera of Chicago with the world premiere of the new soul opera The Factotum created by Will Liverman and DJ King Rico, presented at Chicago’s Harris Theater for five performances, February 3–12, 2023....

Photos: First Look at DON CARLOS at Lyric Opera of Chicago by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 09, 2022

Lyric Opera of Chicago is present Verdi’s towering masterpiece Don Carlos — performed for the first time at Lyric in its definitive five-act version with the matchless eloquence of its original French text — for five performances only, November 9-25, 2022. Get first look at photos here!...

Chicago Premiere Of Grand Polish Opera KING ROGER Announced At Chicago Opera Theater by A.A. Cristi - October 17, 2022

King Roger, or Król Roger in Polish, will be presented in a semi-staged production featuring a massive chorus of 120 singers and a 72 piece orchestra at the Harris Theater for Music and Dance 205 E Randolph St, in two performances only; Friday, November 18 at 7:30 PM and Sunday, November 20, at 3:00...

What You Need to Know About LE COMTE ORY at Lyric Opera of Chicago by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 11, 2022

Comedy takes center stage at Lyric Opera of Chicago, as Rossini’s frothy delight Le Comte Ory makes its Lyric premiere for five performances only, November 13 – November 26, 2022....

Desirée Hassler and Colleen Bruton join DR. SEUSS AT THE OPERA at Skokie Theatre by A.A. Cristi - September 22, 2022

JAM Orchestra is continuing into its 5th illustrious season with something a little different: a family friendly concert of two Dr. Seuss OPERAS!...

12 Singers Selected for the 2023/24 Ensemble at The Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Opera Center by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 22, 2022

The Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Opera Center, the professional artist-development program at Lyric Opera of Chicago, announced the 12 singers who have been selected for its 2023/24 Ensemble at Final Auditions held on September 20 in the Ardis Krainik Theatre....

Lyric Opera of Chicago Names Jennifer Elaine Boyd New Vice President of People & Culture by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 14, 2022

The Leadership team at Lyric Opera of Chicago has announced that Jennifer Elaine Boyd will join the company as its new Vice President of People & Culture. Boyd comes to Lyric as the next step in a successful career as a senior human resources executive and consultant....

Lyric Opera of Chicago to Present ERNANI Beginning This Week by Blair Ingenthron - September 10, 2022

Lyric Opera of Chicago will kick off the Chicago cultural season with Verdi’s Ernani from September 9 to October 1, 2022....




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