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Lyric Opera of Chicago Elects Five New Members Board of Directors
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 18, 2026

Lyric Opera of Chicago is welcoming to its Board five nationally recognized leaders whose expertise in music, arts, business, law, and civic life strengthens the company’s national profile while reinforcing its roots in Chicago.

Chicago Philharmonic Joins SLEEPING AT LAST for Orlando Concert
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 11, 2026

The Chicago Philharmonic will collaborate with artist Ryan O'Neal, known as Sleeping At Last, for a concert at the Dr. Phillips Center's Walt Disney Theater in Orlando on February 28, showcasing the impact of Chicago's artists on a national scale.

A NIGHT OF MELLON COLLIE AND INFINITE SADNESS Continues At Lyric Opera
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 25, 2025

Lyric Opera of Chicago will continue performances of A NIGHT OF MELLON COLLIE AND INFINITE SADNESS, the new operatic and orchestral staging of The Smashing Pumpkins’ 1995 double album.

Lyric Opera Of Chicago Reveals New Board Leadership
by Stephi Wild - Oct 22, 2025

Lyric Opera of Chicago has announced that Sylvia Neil, Chair of its Board of Directors, will step down in May 2026. She will be succeeded by Craig C. Martin.

Lyric Opera Of Chicago Unveils New Board Leadership As Sylvia Neil Concludes Term; Craig C. Martin Elected Chair-Elect
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 17, 2025

The Lyric Opera of Chicago has announced a transition in board leadership, with Sylvia Neil, current Chair of the Board of Directors, set to conclude her term in May 2026.

Lyric Opera of Chicago Appoints New Board Leadership
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 16, 2025

Lyric Opera of Chicago has revealed that Sylvia Neil, Chair of its Board of Directors, will step down in May 2026. Learn more about the leadership transitions here!

Lyric Opera Unveils Details for Cherubini's MEDEA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 21, 2025

Lyric Opera of Chicago’s 2025/26 Season will kick off with a searing tale of vengeance and betrayal: Cherubini’s Medea. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!

Mick Rock’s Unseen ROCKY HORROR Photos Revealed in New 50th Anniversary Book
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 21, 2025

As The Rocky Horror Picture Show prepares to celebrate its 50th anniversary this fall, photographer Mick Rock‘s long-lost archives are being unveiled in the new coffee table book Rocky Horror: A Behind the Scenes Look at the Cult Classic.

Single Tickets to go on Sale This Week for Lyric Opera of Chicago’s 2025/26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 24, 2025

Single tickets go on sale Thursday, June 26 at 10 a.m. Central Time for Lyric Opera of Chicago’s exciting 2025/26 Season. Learn more about the season here!

Cast Set for A NIGHT OF MELLON COLLIE AND INFINITE SADNESS at Lyric Opera
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2025

A Night of Mellon Collie and Infinite Sadness, will be presented on stage at Lyric Opera of Chicago for seven performances only.

Tickets on Sale for A NIGHT OF MELLON COLLIE AND INFINITE SADNESS at Lyric Opera
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2025

Tickets will go on sale this week for the world-premiere performances of A Night of Mellon Collie and Infinite Sadness — a historic event produced by Lyric Opera of Chicago.

Billy Corgan Unveils New Solo Project With US Tour Dates This Summer
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 31, 2025

Billy Corgan, the frontman of the iconic rock band The Smashing Pumpkins, has announced a new solo project and will launch a tour featuring the four-piece group.

Lyric Opera of Chicago Receives Historic Gift From Penelope Steiner
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2025

The leadership of Lyric Opera of Chicago has received a transformational gift from longtime supporter and Vice Chair of its Board of Directors Penelope Steiner. Learn more.

MEDEA, SALOME and More Set for Lyric Opera of Chicago 2025/26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 11, 2025

Lyric Opera of Chicago has revealed the company’s 2025/26 Season, its first complete season featuring Medea, Salome and more. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

Phantogram to Stream Sold Out Final Show of Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 26, 2025

On the road in support of their fifth album, Phantogram's Running Through Colors North American Tour wraps up this Friday, February 28th. Fans who missed them live during the tour or want to relive their live show will be able to livestream the final show via Veeps.

Teen Artist Sloan Treacy Releases Debuts EP
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 13, 2024

Emerging singer-songwriter Sloan Treacy, at just 15, announced her debut EP Stuck.

The Smashing Pumpkin Releases New Album 'Aghori Mhori Mei'
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 2, 2024

Two-time GRAMMY® Award-winning iconic rock band The Smashing Pumpkins release their new album Aghori Mhori Mei. The album comes amidst the band’s highly-successful international tour, which is currently in the middle of its North American run of shows with additional performances to follow in Latin America this Fall.

LUCHA VAVOOM DE LA LIZ'S Returns To Mayan Theatre In August
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 1, 2024

Lucha VaVoom de La Liz is returning for their annual summer spectacular show on Friday, August 16th to their historic home venue, The Mayan Theatre (1038 S Hill St.), in downtown Los Angeles.

BONES UK Releases 'Fix' From Upcoming Album
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 17, 2024

GRAMMY-nominated duo BONES UK releases “FIX” alongside the official music video from their sophomore album, SOFT out September 13. SOFT builds on the massive success of their 2019 self-titled debut, the unapologetically rebellious duo returns with a visceral, anthemic take on their future-rock mélange of swaggering guitars, gritty electronics, and love-yourself / think-for-yourself lyrics. Listen to their new single!

BONES UK Drop 'Bikinis' Track Ahead of Sophomore Album 'Soft'
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 18, 2024

GRAMMY-nominated duo BONES UK has released “BIKINIS” and announced their sophomore album, SOFT out September 13. The album includes collaborations with Billy Corgan of The Smashing Pumpkins and Mike Schuman of Queens of the Stone Age. Listen to the new single now!