On Saturday, March 7, 2009, Chicago Opera Theater (COT) hosts its 2009 Spring Gala at The Spertus Institute's new home on Michigan Avenue in Chicago. The Gala Committee, chaired by COT Board Trustee Lincoln S. Ellis, is proud to honor COT General Director Brian Dickie as he marks his 10th year with the company during its 35th Anniversary Season. This annual event will include a performance by the celebrated mezzo-soprano Sandra Piques Eddy and dancing with live music provided by The Chicago Groove Collective.
Chicago Opera Theater's (COT) Opera for All is an educational outreach program for elementary school students. Beginning in the fall of 2008 and continuing through the academic year, the Opera for All curriculum will concentrate on Mozart's La clemenza di Tito, the opening production of Chicago Opera Theater's 2009 Spring Festival Season. This opera tells the story of the great Roman ruler, Emperor Tito, and his strong leadership that was steeped in mercy, forgiveness, truth and leading by example-an appropriate commentary during this current presidential transition in the United States.
