Co-production of Lyric Opera of Chicago, Houston Grand Opera, Portland Opera, and Washington National Opera. Lyric’s world premiere of The Factotum is generously made possible by the Ford Foundation, The Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Opera Center Board, Roberta L. & Robert J. Washlow, the John R. and Grace K. Stanek Charitable Fund, Gene ... The Lyric Opera House is located in downtown Chicago, making your trip to the opera a convenient excursion. Whether you plan to arrive via car, train, bus, or magical horse-drawn carriage, we'll help you find the way from your home to our stage. Take a few minutes to explore your options for getting here and where to park near the Lyric Opera ...Featuring the finales of Anna Bolena, Maria Stuarda, and Roberto Devereux by Gaetano Donizetti. Three of the most extraordinary women in history grace Donizetti’s “Three Queens” trilogy: proud Mary Stuart, passionate Anne Boleyn, and mighty Queen Elizabeth I. Each is a stupendous role for a true singing actress, who must combine glorious ...In this high-flying Act One aria, Count Ory (renowned tenor Lawrence Brownlee) — a crafty nobleman disguised as a wise hermit — offers love advice to the ladies of the town. Lyric Opera of Chicago presents Rossini's LE COMTE ORY. The master of operatic comedy who created The Barber of Sevillestrikes again with this side-splitting comedy ...Lyric Opera of Chicago’s drive-through garage opera, Twilight: Gods, was a triumphant and safe return to in-person performances with a star-studded cast. In addition to the internationally acclaimed singers in the cast, there are several Chicago-based non-singing performers, as well.Lyric Opera of Chicago's historical performance and cast archives including opera productions, musicals, and recitals performed at the Lyric Opera House in 2013/14.Opera Shop. Celebrate the music lover in your life or treat yourself to an opera souvenir with merchandise from Lyric Opera of Chicago's Opera Shop. The Lyric Opera gift shop is home to exclusive keepsakes, apparel, accessories, and more. You'll be sure to find the perfect gift or memento to celebrate Lyric in the theater, at home and on the go.Lyric Opera of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois. 69,774 likes · 2,929 talking about this · 211,206 were here. 20 N. Wacker Drive / Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 827-5600CHICAGO (5/17/22) — Lyric Opera of Chicago, one of the world’s most renowned opera companies, today celebrates the return of its famed Wine Auction 2023, to be held on May 13, 2023.Named a "Top Charity Wine Auction" by Wine Spectator Magazine, this marquee fundraising auction event offers some of the world’s greatest wines, luxury trips, and one …Lyric’s production of Mozart’s Die Zauberflöte (The Magic Flute) is playing November 3-27, so you could possibly be seeing it on a very cold night. We can guarantee that when you leave the theater, you’ll feel like the sun is shining — that’s how totally exhilarating a great performance of this opera can be. Read More.Sleater-Kinney (Carrie Brownstein and Corin Tucker) tour behind their new album, “Little Rope,” a meditation on what living in a world of perpetual crisis has done to …Ryan Opera Center alumna 2005-2007. VISIT HER WEBSITE. Roles at Lyric: Eight roles since 2005, most recently Juliette/Roméo et Juliette (2015/16); Stella Kowalski/A Streetcar Named Desire (2012/13); Lucia Ashton/Lucia di Lammermoor (2011/12); Adina/The Elixir of Love (2009/10).. Last updated: August 23, 2023 Photo: …Enrique Mazzola at Lyric Opera of Chicago on Sept. 14, 2022. He’s been music director since the the 2021-22 season and will open the 2023-24 season with “The Flying Dutchman,” his first ...Lucia di Lammermoor— Experience the Drama! The most famous of all bel canto operas, Lucia di Lammermooroffers the perfect combination of vocal fireworks, a ravishing score, and a stunning story of intense romance, passion and rage. Lyric's production features the artist that has made Lucia one of her signature roles, Albina Shagimuratova.CHICAGO (12/14/23) — Lyric Opera of Chicago presents the Lyric premiere of Grammy Award-winning composer Terence Blanchard and Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning librettist Michael Cristofer’s knockout opera Champion, on stage January 27 to February 11, 2024.An "opera in jazz," Champion marks Music Director Enrique Mazzola’s first … Bel Canto was created with funds from the Prince Prize for Commissioning Original Work, which was awarded to Jimmy López and Lyric Opera of Chicago in 2013. Steingraeber & Söhne is the Official Piano of Lyric’s new production of Bel Canto, in partnership with the Grand Piano Haus, Skokie, Illinois. Rossini’s enchanting fairytale heroine returns to the Lyric Opera of Chicago stage in classic style. Cinderella (La Cenerentola)tells the story of the downtrodden daughter of a selfish father, Don Magnifico. When Prince Ramiro (disguised as his own valet, Dandini) meets her, they fall instantly in love, leading — after a few complications ... Lyric Opera of Chicago's Wine Auction (Mar. 6, 2009) raises an unprecedented $1.2 million in net proceeds. Nine productions presented (including double bill) Sept. 27-Mar. 28 (81 performances). Norman Pellegrini, host of Lyric's broadcasts on …Whether you’re exploring the orchestra pit or the stage, or enjoying hands-on demonstrations of operatic stagecraft and costume try-ons, there’s something for everyone. Specifically programmed for children ages 5-10, and a great day of fun for the whole family. There are no Family Day events currently scheduled. Location: Lyric Opera House. This season, Lyric Opera of Chicago is offering streaming access for students to our mainstage productions, free of charge. These productions will be closed-captioned in English and Spanish, and accompanied by online classroom resources. Access is limited to 100 student viewers per school. Founded in 1954, Lyric Opera of Chicago believes in the life-changing, transformational, revelatory power of great art and opera. Lyric Opera of Chicago exists to provide a …Founded in 1954, Lyric Opera of Chicago believes in the life-changing, transformational, revelatory power of great art and opera. Lyric Opera of Chicago exists to provide a broad, deep, and ...Under the leadership of General Director, President & CEO Anthony Freud, Music Director Enrique Mazzola, and Advisor at Large for the Ryan Opera Center Renée Fleming, Lyric is dedicated to reflecting, and drawing strength from, the diversity of …November 06, 2023. En pointe in Chicago: Maria Tallchief's Lyric legacy. Maria Tallchief (1925-2013) is often described as America's first true prima ballerina. Certainly she played that role at Lyric Opera of Chicago; not only did she grace our productions with her legendary talent as a ballerina, but she also created a balletic tradition ...Internships at Lyric Opera. Internships at Lyric Opera. Lyric Opera of Chicago is excited to launch a paid internship program starting in Summer 2022. Lyric's internship program is an investment in creating robust training opportunities for a new generation of performing arts leaders. Applications are now open for our summer internship positions.Lyric has been thrilling Chicago with great musical theater productions since 2012 with bigproductions, extravagant sets and costumes, and original casts of talented stars from the stage and screen, all backed by the powerful sound of the Lyric Opera Orchestra and Chorus. Join us for the best of Broadway on the Lyric stage.Upcoming Dates. Season Opening Gala 2023. On Friday, October 6, join us at the Lyric Opera House for the Season Opening Gala and experience the inimitable talent of Audra McDonald in concert for a spellbinding evening of song. Walk the red carpet and enjoy pre-performance cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, dinner following the concert, then dance ...Lyric Opera of Chicago presents Wagner's masterpiece The Flying Dutchman, a story of a young woman's obsession with a cursed wanderer who seeks a faithful companion. This production is led by Enrique Mazzola and features Tomasz Konieczny and …Lyric Opera of Chicago's historical performance and cast archives including opera productions, musicals, and recitals performed at the Civic Opera House in 1973.Shows & events. Lyric Opera of Chicago's 2018/19 Season. It enraptures our eyes and ears with a beauty, a power, and a splendor that can't be duplicated anywhere else. This season you can enjoy the best in opera at Lyric, with longtime company favorites as well as four Lyric premieres. From an unforgettable new production of La bohème and the ... Thaïs. Leontyne Price (Thäis) and Michel Roux (Athanaël) in Thäis. c Nancy Sorensen. Lyric Opera of Chicago's historical performance and cast archives including opera productions, musicals, and recitals performed at the Civic Opera House in 1959. Lyric’s production of Mozart’s Die Zauberflöte (The Magic Flute) is playing November 3-27, so you could possibly be seeing it on a very cold night. We can guarantee that when you leave the theater, you’ll feel like the sun is shining — that’s how totally exhilarating a great performance of this opera can be. Read More. About us. Lyric Opera of Chicago, founded in 1954, is one of the world's greatest opera companies. It is renowned internationally for its artistic excellence and financial strength. Over the past ...About Us. Nominated “Best Opera Orchestra” by the International Opera Awards 2018, the Lyric Opera Orchestra has been a vital and integral part of Lyric Opera of Chicago …After the triumph of Das Rheingoldin 2016/17, Lyric continues the thrilling journey through Wagner’s monumental Ringcycle with Die Walküre. This is the most deeply moving and romantic of all the Ringoperas. Its riveting, devastating drama involves complex relationships between brother and sister, husband and wife, father and daughter. Lang Lang in Recital. Photo: Ferruccio Furlanetto ( Boris Godunov) and Andrea Silvestrelli ( Pimen) in Boris Godunov. c Dan Rest. Lyric Opera of Chicago's historical performance and cast archives including opera productions, musicals, and recitals performed at the Civic Opera House in 2011/12. Lyric Opera presents Lehár's The Merry Widow. Beautiful Hanna’s late husband has left her a very rich woman. In fact, she’s so rich that the economy of her homeland depends on her marrying a local — so the ambassador springs into action with the help of his wife (a former cancan girl) to find Hanna the right husband.Opera Shop. Celebrate the music lover in your life or treat yourself to an opera souvenir with merchandise from Lyric Opera of Chicago's Opera Shop. The Lyric Opera gift shop is home to exclusive keepsakes, apparel, accessories, and more. You'll be sure to find the perfect gift or memento to celebrate Lyric in the theater, at home and on the go.Experience the inimitable talent of Audra McDonald in concert with the Lyric Opera Orchestra conducted by Andy Einhorn in a spellbinding evening of songs, from theater classics to new works and seldom-heard gems. Winner of six Tony Awards, two Grammy Awards and an Emmy Award, Audra McDonald possesses a “lustrous lyric soprano” … Lyric has been thrilling Chicago with great musical theater productions since 2012 with bigproductions, extravagant sets and costumes, and original casts of talented stars from the stage and screen, all backed by the powerful sound of the Lyric Opera Orchestra and Chorus. Join us for the best of Broadway on the Lyric stage. Rossini’s enchanting fairytale heroine returns to the Lyric Opera of Chicago stage in classic style. Cinderella (La Cenerentola)tells the story of the downtrodden daughter of a selfish father, Don Magnifico. When Prince Ramiro (disguised as his own valet, Dandini) meets her, they fall instantly in love, leading — after a few complications ... 20 N. Wacker Dr., Ste. 860, Chicago IL 60606. Get directions. Contact. www.lyricopera.org. (312) 827-5600. (312) 332-2244. (312) 419-0061. Add to favorites. Lyric Opera of Chicago is one of the world’s great opera companies, presenting a fusion of spectacular music and riveting theater.About This Data. Nonprofit Explorer includes summary data for nonprofit tax returns and full Form 990 documents, in both PDF and digital formats. The summary data contains information processed by the IRS during the 2012-2019 calendar years; this generally consists of filings for the 2011-2018 fiscal years, but may include older records.James Robinson's production arrives in Chicago with a remarkable cast. Joining Lyric favorites Eric Owens, Whitney Morrison, and Paul Groves is Justin Austin, a brilliant new star who triumphed in Fire Shut Up in My Bones, with Music Director Enrique Mazzola leading the Lyric Opera Orchestra. Thru - Feb 11, 2024. Price: $49-$339.Lyric Opera of Chicago presents Wagner's masterpiece The Flying Dutchman, a story of a young woman's obsession with a cursed wanderer who seeks a faithful companion. This production is led by Enrique Mazzola and features Tomasz Konieczny and …Lyric Opera of Chicago has announced its 2024-25 season, its 70th, composed of four “classic operas” and two contemporary works not previously seen in …Lyric strives to make the opera experience accessible for all patrons by providing services for those who may need assistance. Services include accessible seating for those in wheelchairs, FM and Telecoil loop assistive listening devices, touch tours, audio-described performances, braille and large-print programs, high-powered opera glasses, accessible …Twisting your arms, you turn about. In this delightful Act One duet, Gretel (Heidi Stober) convinces her brother Hansel (Samantha Hankey) to dance with her, momentarily forgetting their worries and their hunger. Lyric …After the triumph of Das Rheingoldin 2016/17, Lyric continues the thrilling journey through Wagner’s monumental Ringcycle with Die Walküre. This is the most deeply moving and romantic of all the Ringoperas. Its riveting, devastating drama involves complex relationships between brother and sister, husband and wife, father and daughter.Chicago’s Lyric Opera announced its 2022-23 season Tuesday, the venerable company’s 68th subscription season, focused on classic operas, Broadway musicals and new work. All performances will ...Lyric gift cards never expire and can be redeemed online, in person, and by calling our Audience Services department at 312.827.5600. Select your gift certificate amount and personalized design below. Upon checkout, y our order will be sent instantaneously to the recipient's email address. For assistance with your order, please contact Audience ... Lyric Opera of Chicago is one of the world's great opera companies. It is renowned internationally for its artistic excellence. Founded in 1954, Lyric has always distinguished itself by presenting the finest international singers, conductors, directors, and designers in classic and less-familiar operatic repertoire and in world-premiere ... Lang Lang in Recital. Photo: Ferruccio Furlanetto ( Boris Godunov) and Andrea Silvestrelli ( Pimen) in Boris Godunov. c Dan Rest. Lyric Opera of Chicago's historical performance and cast archives including opera productions, musicals, and recitals performed at the Civic Opera House in 2011/12.Lyric Opera of Chicago invites our generous corporate partners to treat yourselves — or give the gift of Lyric — with your exclusive discount offer of 25% off any 2023/24 Season opera performance. View Lyric's complete season calendar. To purchase tickets with this offer: Choose your performance. Enter your company's promo code.Announcing Lyric's 2021/22 Season. Lyric Opera of Chicago returns to live performances with a landmark 2021/22 Season. Maestro Enrique Mazzola begins his first season as …Lyric Opera of Chicago's historical performance and cast archives including opera productions, musicals, and recitals performed at the Civic Opera House in 1984. ... Chicago presentation by Mrs. Henry Cochrane Woods in honor of the Lyric Opera Women's Board. Production owned by the San Francisco Opera Association. Moralès :Lyric Opera of Chicago's historical performance and cast archives including opera productions, musicals, and recitals performed at the Civic Opera House in 1999/2000. CHICAGO (12/14/23) — Lyric Opera of Chicago presents the Lyric premiere of Grammy Award-winning composer Terence Blanchard and Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning librettist Michael Cristofer’s knockout opera Champion, on stage January 27 to February 11, 2024. An "opera in jazz," Champion marks Music Director Enrique Mazzola’s first ... CHICAGO (12/14/23) — Lyric Opera of Chicago presents the Lyric premiere of Grammy Award-winning composer Terence Blanchard and Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning librettist Michael Cristofer’s knockout opera Champion, on stage January 27 to February 11, 2024.An "opera in jazz," Champion marks Music Director Enrique Mazzola’s first …British director Ben Davis is the revival director for Lyric Opera of Chicago's The Queen of Spades (2019|20) and Ariodante (2018|19) Learn More. ULTZ * Designer. ULTZ Designer. British designer Ultz made his Lyric debut as the Set and Costume Designer for ...Artists & musicians. Through the timeless power of voice, acting that brings characters to life in triumph and tragedy, the splendor of a great orchestra and chorus—coupled with theater, dance, design, and truly magical stagecraft—Lyric transports you to worlds both familiar and unexpected, leaving us all thinking and feeling differently ...In this high-flying Act One aria, Count Ory (renowned tenor Lawrence Brownlee) — a crafty nobleman disguised as a wise hermit — offers love advice to the ladies of the town. Lyric Opera of Chicago presents Rossini's LE COMTE ORY. The master of operatic comedy who created The Barber of Sevillestrikes again with this side-splitting comedy ...Lyric Opera of Chicago presents Verdi's DON CARLOS. Acknowledged by audiences and critics alike as one of the most magnificent achievements in the history of …8 performances on September 28, October 2, 5, 10 matinee, 13 matinee, 18, 21, & 27 matinee, 2019. Lyric production revival of Rossini’s The Barber of Seville generously made possible by the Abbott Fund, Liz Stiffel, and Allan and Elaine Muchin. Marianne Crebassa. Rosina.Set in a Black barbershop on Chicago's South Side, The Factotum is an irresistibly upbeat work that blends diverse musical styles with boundless imagination to create a soul opera, moving from gospel and funk to rap, hip-hop, classic barbershop quartet, and R&B. he Chicago Tribune called it “...an extraordinary event in Chicago’s cultural ...Lyric Opera calendar and season schedule. Buy tickets and view dates for operas in Chicago.Lyric Opera of Chicago presents Catán's Florencia en el Amazonas Lyric’s first Spanish-language work to be presented as part of the mainstage opera season, this story about a glamorous diva on a life-changing adventure on the Amazon is suffused by the entrancing allure of magical realism. Florencia Grimaldi, a renowned diva, is engaged to ... We are thrilled to invite you, our loyal Lyric family, to join us for another exciting season of performances. The 2023/24 Season at Lyric Opera of Chicago promises a rich assortment of magnificent operas (in a wide variety of styles and languages), a special concert with Music Director Enrique Mazzola, and a one-night-only performance by Tony, Grammy, and Emmy Award-winning soprano Audra McDonald Founded in 1954, Lyric Opera of Chicago believes in the life-changing, transformational, revelatory power of great art and opera. Lyric Opera of Chicago exists to provide a broad, deep, and ... Audience Services department. Please note: Due to current public health guidelines, our administrative and audience services offices located on the 8th floor of the Civic Opera Building are currently closed. We are fully accessible by phone and online. Current phone hours:Monday – Friday, 9:00 am to 4:00 pmPerformance days: 10:00 am - curtain. Artists & musicians. Through the timeless power of voice, acting that brings characters to life in triumph and tragedy, the splendor of a great orchestra and chorus—coupled with theater, dance, design, and truly magical stagecraft—Lyric transports you to worlds both familiar and unexpected, leaving us all thinking and feeling differently ...Internships at Lyric Opera. Internships at Lyric Opera. Lyric Opera of Chicago is excited to launch a paid internship program starting in Summer 2022. Lyric's internship program is an investment in creating robust training opportunities for a new generation of performing arts leaders. Applications are now open for our summer internship positions.About us. Lyric Opera of Chicago, founded in 1954, is one of the world's greatest opera companies. It is renowned internationally for its artistic excellence and financial strength. Over the past ...Join us for opera performances, musical theater, and special events, perfect for seasoned fans patron and first-timers alike. Explore upcoming shows, ticket options, and plan your visit to Lyric Opera today.Lyric Opera presents the Chicago premiere of Tony Award®–winning composer Jeanine Tesori and NAACP Theatre Award–winning librettist Tazewell Thompson’s new opera inspired by contemporary events and Black literature, including Ta-Nehisi Coates’s Between the World and Me and James Baldwin’s The Fire Next Time. Gospel-influenced music ...Lyric Opera of Chicago has announced its 2024-25 season, its 70th, composed of four “classic operas” and two contemporary works not previously seen in …Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Join Lyric Opera of Chicago for Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro, an intimate study of human relationships and one of the greatest operas ever written.In the setting of Count Almaviva’s castle, his servants, Figaro and Susanna, conspire to get the better of their willful employer, joined by his long-suffering wife, the Countess.Lyric Opera of Chicago Announces 2022/23 Season Featuring Two World Premieres . Season includes Ernani, Fiddler on the Roof, Don Carlos, Le Comte Ory, …Lyric Opera of Chicago presents Catán's Florencia en el Amazonas Lyric’s first Spanish-language work to be presented as part of the mainstage opera season, this story about a glamorous diva on a life-changing adventure on the Amazon is suffused by the entrancing allure of magical realism. Florencia Grimaldi, a renowned diva, is engaged to ...In the summer of 2022, the Lyric Opera of Chicago (Lyric), a major opera company, is facing a deepening challenge. Lyric has seen ticket sales decrease, declining from 54% of revenue in 1998 to 33% by 2018. Since 2010, the primary source of this decline has been a loss in subscribers--high-value patrons who attend several operas per year. Co-production of Lyric Opera of Chicago, Houston Grand Opera, Portland Opera, and Washington National Opera. Lyric’s world premiere of The Factotum is generously made possible by the Ford Foundation, The Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Opera Center Board, Roberta L. & Robert J. Washlow, the John R. and Grace K. Stanek Charitable Fund, Gene ... Shows & events. Lyric Opera of Chicago's 2018/19 Season. It enraptures our eyes and ears with a beauty, a power, and a splendor that can't be duplicated anywhere else. This season you can enjoy the best in opera at Lyric, with longtime company favorites as well as four Lyric premieres. From an unforgettable new production of La bohème and the ...Opera Shop. Celebrate the music lover in your life or treat yourself to an opera souvenir with merchandise from Lyric Opera of Chicago's Opera Shop. The Lyric Opera gift shop is home to exclusive keepsakes, apparel, accessories, and more. You'll be sure to find the perfect gift or memento to celebrate Lyric in the theater, at home and on the go.
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Ryan Opera Center alumna 2005-2007. VISIT HER WEBSITE. Roles at Lyric: Eight roles since 2005, most recently Juliette/Roméo et Juliette (2015/16); Stella Kowalski/A Streetcar Named Desire (2012/13); Lucia Ashton/Lucia di Lammermoor (2011/12); Adina/The Elixir of Love (2009/10).. Last updated: August 23, 2023 Photo: … Please contact Lyric's Audience Services department by phone at 312.827.5600 or email at [email protected] if you have any specific questions, requests, or would like to purchase tickets over the phone. All of our representatives can assist you in finding a seat location and services to fit your needs. Puccini's Madama Butterfly. An enchanting geisha, Cio-Cio-San, loses her heart to an American naval lieutenant and marries him. After he leaves Japan, she waits three long years for his return. We share her joy when he returns, and her utter despair when she realizes that he's married an American woman and has come to take his young son—Cio ...For an opera so steeped in foggy highlands that its source material is known to superstitious theater insiders as “the Scottish play,” Lyric Opera of Chicago tapped two proud Scotsmen, Sir David McVicar and John Macfarlane, to create a new production to spark the 2021/22 season — Lyric’s return to live mainstage performance after 18 ...Lyric Opera of Chicago's historical performance and cast archives including opera productions, musicals, and recitals performed at the Civic Opera House in 1978.Lyric Opera of Chicago presents Wagner's masterpiece The Flying Dutchman, a story of a young woman's obsession with a cursed wanderer who seeks a faithful companion. This production is led by Enrique Mazzola and features Tomasz Konieczny and …Lyric Opera of Chicago today announced the company’s 2022/23 Season, featuring productions of classic operas, a continuing long-term focus on developing and presenting new work, plus the return ... Co-production of Lyric Opera of Chicago, Houston Grand Opera, Portland Opera, and Washington National Opera. Lyric’s world premiere of The Factotum is generously made possible by the Ford Foundation, The Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Opera Center Board, Roberta L. & Robert J. Washlow, the John R. and Grace K. Stanek Charitable Fund, Gene ... 20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 860, Chicago, IL 60606. 2024 © Lyric Opera of Chicago Audience Services department. Please note: Due to current public health guidelines, our administrative and audience services offices located on the 8th floor of the Civic Opera Building are currently closed. We are fully accessible by phone and online. Current phone hours:Monday – Friday, 9:00 am to 4:00 pmPerformance days: 10:00 am - curtain.CHICAGO (1/18/24) — Terence Blanchard’s "opera in jazz" Champion — on stage at Lyric Opera of Chicago from January 27 to February 11 — follows the life and legacy of legendary boxer Emile Griffith as he grapples with difficult decisions in both the boxing ring and his private life. Directed by James Robinson, the production brings an astonishing cast and …Under the leadership of General Director, President & CEO Anthony Freud, Music Director Enrique Mazzola, and Advisor at Large for the Ryan Opera Center Renée Fleming, Lyric is dedicated to reflecting, and drawing strength from, the diversity of …Audience Services department. Please note: Due to current public health guidelines, our administrative and audience services offices located on the 8th floor of the Civic Opera Building are currently closed. We are fully accessible by phone and online. Current phone hours:Monday – Friday, 9:00 am to 4:00 pmPerformance days: 10:00 am - curtain.Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Join Lyric Opera of Chicago for Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro, an intimate study of human relationships and one of the greatest operas ever written.In the setting of Count Almaviva’s castle, his servants, Figaro and Susanna, conspire to get the better of their willful employer, joined by his long-suffering wife, the Countess.Ryan Opera Center Ensemble. This Season at Lyric: Notary/The Daughter of the Regiment and Foreman/ Jenůfa Previously at Lyric: Dancaïre/Carmen and Count of Lerma/Don Carlos (both 2022/23). A second-year member of the Ryan Opera Center Ensemble and a native of Barranquilla, Colombia, the baritone holds a Master of Music degree from the Manhattan …Book a hotel near Lyric Opera of Chicago and get from their lobby to ours in no time at all. These Chicago hotels offer a convenient stay near the Lyric Opera House and special rates for our guests. Book your hotel. Performance running times. Find the approximate running times for Lyric's operas, musicals, and special events.Lyric Opera is proud to present the Chicago premiere of this work, which was praised as “a near-perfect example of fast-flowing musical drama” by The New York Times in its 2016 world premiere. The Wall Street Journal raved, “Mr. Spears’s subtle, ...Lyric offers child tickets for school-age children up to age 17, priced from $20-50 for all opera performances. For more information on purchasing child tickets, our Audience Services staff is happy to assist you by phone at 312.827.5600. (Please note: We ask that all children under 17 be accompanied by an adult..