Masterpieces composed years apart, brimming with drama. Learn about one of the greatest choral pieces every written — Mozart's stunning Requiem — as well as the rarely-performed Thamos, King of Egypt ..read more

In Lyric’s current production of Verdi’s Aida, soprano Michelle Bradley sings the title role, and mezzo-soprano Jamie Barton plays her rival, Amneris — two powerhouse female leads that require both virtuosic singing and in-depth character portrayals. Hear from two of today's most in-demand Verdi singers in this article and see them onstage at Lyric through April 7 ..read more

With a voice that’s big, warm, and full, with an emotional pull that draws any audience into his orbit whenever he’s onstage, Russell Thomas has made a strong impression on Lyric audiences ..read more

Often viewed as simply a clash between nations, Verdi's great war tragedy derives its power from profoundly personal interactions. Read more from Martha C. Nussbaum ..read more

This March, Verdi’s Aida makes its triumphant return to the stage at Lyric Opera of Chicago for the first time in more than a decade. As grand as the work is, its real emotional force comes from the interactions of the main characters, who strive for love and triumph in a time of war ..read more

The 70th anniversary season includes a potent mix of four beloved classics in grand productions, plus two contemporary works (both by female composers), the return of Sondra Radvanovsky, the debut of Patti LuPone, and more special events ..read more

As another opera season comes to an end, it is once again time to bid a fond farewell to the outgoing members of The Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Opera Center. Read about their time in the Ryan Opera Center below and see the 2023/24 Ensemble onstage at Lyric for the final time in Rising Stars in Concert on Saturday, April 13 ..read more

Prepare to laugh and laugh and laugh again! Laurent Pelly’s production of The Daughter of the Regiment is side-splittingly funny, as grateful audiences have discovered in London, Vienna, and New York ..read more

In considering the career of Lyric’s Music Director Enrique Mazzola, one might be forgiven for thinking first of bel canto — and, of course, of early Verdi and French repertoire. But Mazzola enjoys similar international recognition as a commissioner and supporter of new work for symphony halls, opera houses, and beyond. As he takes the podium for Champion — his first 21st-century piece at Lyric — we spoke with him about the importance of music that speaks to our contemporary world ..read more

Canadian baritone Joshua Hopkins is a man of many voices —master of Mozart, bel canto, French repertoire, and exceedingly challenging contemporary works. Effortlessly adapting his velvety instrument to the demands of every style he takes on, he invariably impresses not just with his voice and the terrific technique behind it, but also probing, thoughtful interpretations that mark him as one of today’s truly outstanding artists ..read more