Lyric Opera of Chicago
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Lyric Opera of Chicago amazes, inspires, and engages audiences with powerful live performances that resonate long after the curtain falls. We strive to advance artistic excellence, to engage and inspire diverse communities with the power of opera and compelling storytelling. Read articles on opera, what's on stage, what's coming soon, fun behind-the-scenes sneak peeks, and opera news.
Lyric Opera of Chicago
5d ago
Composer Caroline Shaw and co-librettist Jocelyn Clark dive into the inspirations behind their new opera, Four Portraits in this creators' note ..read more
Lyric Opera of Chicago
5d ago
Composer Daniel Bernard Roumain and librettist Anna Deavere Smith share insights into the creation of their world premiere opera, The Walkers ..read more
Lyric Opera of Chicago
2w ago
To say that Chicago is excited about a return of mezzo-soprano Jill Grove as the Witch in HANSEL AND GRETEL would be an understatement. As she reprises her role later this month, we can expect “an absolute hoot” (Chicago Tribune) — but what is she expecting, a decade later? We sat down with the Witch herself to see what she’s cooking up ..read more
Lyric Opera of Chicago
2w ago
The holiday season has arrived, and we're here to help with a few gift ideas for the opera lover in your life. From books and art prints, to neckties and puzzles, there's something for everyone. No time to spare? Opera tickets and Lyric gift certificates are one-size-fits-all ..read more
Lyric Opera of Chicago
2w ago
As opening night of the world premiere of The Factotum approaches, we had a chat with co-book writer, director, and dramaturg Rajendra Ramoon Maharaj. In this interview, read about his experience working with co-creators Will Liverman and DJ King Rico, the importance of connecting art and activism, his dreams for the opera’s legacy, and more ..read more
Lyric Opera of Chicago
2w ago
Join us for a conversation on new works with Lyric’s Chief Artistic Administration Officer, Matthew Ozawa ..read more
Lyric Opera of Chicago
2w ago
After 36 years at Lyric — with 21 as music director and principal conductor— Sir Andrew Davis is a permanent fixture at the Lyric Opera House. He's spent countless hours with characters like Don Quichotte, Brünnhilde, and Figaro in rehearsal rooms and the orchestra pit. See if you can spot the Maestro in some of his favorite opera scenes ..read more
Lyric Opera of Chicago
2w ago
Co-creators Will Liverman and DJ King Rico are expanding the sonic bounds of contemporary American opera as they draw from various genres — including gospel, funk, rap, hip-hop, classic barbershop quartet, and R&B — to tell the story of THE FACTOTUM. This playlist features some of the music the two composers were listening to and inspired by as they wrote this new work ..read more
Lyric Opera of Chicago
2w ago
Among the most visible of Lyric's community engagement activities surrounding The Factotum is a series of colorful murals appearing around Chicago. Lyric commissioned Chicago artist Barrett Keithley to create the set, inspired by the themes of the opera ..read more
Lyric Opera of Chicago
2w ago
In this enlightening director's note, revival director Eric Einhorn talks about bringing hunger and temptation to life on stage in Humperdinck's Hansel and Gretel. Experience the twisted fairy tale — based on the beloved story by the Brothers Grimm — January 25 through February 5 ..read more