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Music Institute of Chicago Hosts Annual Gala Benefit Next Month


by Stephi Wild - April 11, 2024

Celebrating its decades of dedication to music education and performance, the Music Institute of Chicago will host its Annual Gala Benefit on Monday, May 20 at 5:30 p.m. at Four Seasons Hotel Chicago...

Video: Watch 'Nume custode e vindice' from Verdi's AIDA at Lyric Opera of Chicago


by Joshua Wright - April 02, 2024

Watch as inn Act One of Verdi's AIDA, the high priest Ramfis (Önay Köse in his Lyric debut) calls on the gods to protect Egypt as they prepare for battle in Lyric Opera's production of the beloved opera. Check out the video! ...

Steppenwolf's PURPOSE & More Lead Chicago's April 2024 Top Theatre Shows


by Team BWW - April 01, 2024

Chicago is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for April 2024 include Steppenwolf's Purpose, Lyric Opera of Chicago's AIDA and more....

Video: Russell Thomas Performs 'Celeste Aida' from Verdi's AIDA at Lyric Opera of Chicago


by Joshua Wright - March 27, 2024

Get a first listen to the beginning of Act One, where Verdi gives Radamès (sung here by Lyric favorite Russell Thomas) one of the most challenging and iconic tenor arias in the repertoire — 'Celeste Aida.' Hear this hope-filled aria in Verdi's AIDA, onstage through April 7.  ...

Ghee, Hewitt & Boggess to Star in MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL at Goodman Theatre


by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 25, 2024

Goodman Theatre has revealed the initial cast for Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets....

Video: Watch 'Triumphal March' from Verdi's AIDA at Lyric Opera of Chicago


by Blair Ingenthron - March 24, 2024

For the first time in more than a decade, Verdi’s romantic and political drama Aida has returned to Lyric Opera of Chicago through April 7, 2024. Watch footage from the production's 'Triumphal March' here!...

Patti LuPone, Jeanine Tesori's BLUE & More Set for Lyric Opera of Chicago 2024/25 Season


by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 12, 2024

Lyric Opera of Chicago has revealed its 2024/25 Season. See the full season lineup and learn how to purchase tickets!...

Video: Watch a Trailer for Lyric Opera of Chicago's Production of Verdi's AIDA


by Blair Ingenthron - March 10, 2024

For the first time in more than a decade, Verdi’s romantic and political drama Aida returns to Lyric Opera of Chicago, March 9 to April 7, 2024. Watch footage from the production here!...

Photos: First Look At AIDA At Lyric Opera of Chicago


by A.A. Cristi - March 08, 2024

For the first time in more than a decade, Verdi’s romantic and political drama Aida returns to Lyric Opera of Chicago, March 9 to April 7, 2024. See photos from the production. ...

Video: Enrique Mazzola on the Epic Music of Verdi's AIDA


by Robert Diamond - March 05, 2024

'There is only AIDA that is like AIDA.' From epic choral scenes to intimate duets, Music Director Enrique Mazzola shares why Giuseppe Verdi's opera is unlike any other. See the Maestro conduct his first-ever AIDA, opening March 9 at Lyric Opera of Chicago. ...

Past Shows


A lecherous old man is no match for young love and sheer audacity, especially when Figaro is involved. Dr. Bartolo is love with Rosina, his ...

West Side Story
West Side Story
5/3 - 6/2/2019


LEONARD BERNSTEIN’S MUSIC AND STEPHEN SONDHEIM’S LYRICS TRANSPLANT ROMEO AND JULIET TO THE BACKSTREETS OF NEW YORK, GIVING US THIS BROADWAY MUSICAL MASTERPIECE. Tony and ...

Renee Fleming 25th Anniversary Concert & Gala


Lyric Opera of Chicago audiences first experienced the incomparable artistry of world-renowned soprano Renée Fleming in the title role of Carlisle Floyd’s Susannah in 1993. ...

La Traviata
La Traviata
2/16 - 3/22/2019


VERDI’S MUSIC IS INCOMPARABLE, WITH ONE HEARTSTOPPINGLY BEAUTIFUL MELODY AFTER ANOTHER, in this exquisitely romantic story. Within the social whirl of sophisticated Paris, the courtesan ...

Ariodante
Ariodante
3/2 - 3/17/2019


VILLAINOUS POLINESSO LUSTS AFTER GINEVRA, BUT SHE LOVES NOBLE ARIODANTE, WHO LOVES HER IN RETURN. Polinesso will stop at nothing to get his way. Will ...

Elektra
Elektra
2/2 - 2/22/2019


THERE’S NO OPERATIC TOUR DE FORCE TO SURPASS ELEKTRA, WITH A TITLE ROLE THAT DEMANDS A TRULY GREAT SINGING ACTRESS. It’s a stunning vocal marathon, ...

La Boheme
La Boheme
10/6 - 1/25/2019


WHY HAVE AUDIENCES BEEN FALLING IN LOVE WITH LA BOHÈME FOR MORE THAN 100 YEARS? Because, in the most captivating music Puccini ever composed, he ...

Cendrillon
Cendrillon
12/1 - 1/20/2019


“BLISSFUL” AND “ENCHANTING” APTLY DESCRIBE THIS VERSION OF EVERYONE’S FAVORITE FAIRYTALE. Massenet adapted Cinderella with an irresistible blend of wit, sensitivity, and elegance. The love ...

Il Trovatore
Il Trovatore
11/17 - 12/9/2018


FOR THIS HOT-BLOODED TALE OF LOVE, JEALOUSY, AND RETRIBUTION, VERDI CREATED MUSIC THAT TRULY BURSTS WITH EXCITEMENT! And what wonderful characters—bold and courageous Manrico, his ...

Anna Netrebko in Recital


Her dazzling star power has lit up the world’s most prestigious stages. She’s been featured in Time magazine’s annual list of the 100 most influential ...

Siegfried
Siegfried
11/3 - 11/16/2018


SIEGFRIED IS FEARLESS. FOLLOW HIM ON HIS VALIANT, ADVENTUROUS PATH THROUGH THE OPERA. Watch as he vanquishes the dragon Fafner and gets the better of ...

Idomeneo
Idomeneo
10/13 - 11/2/2018


ONE OF MOZART’S NOBLEST CHARACTERS, KING IDOMENEO OF CRETE IS ALSO THE MOST LOVING OF OPERATIC FATHERS. Shipwrecked, he gets safely to shore only after ...

My Fair Lady
My Fair Lady
4/28 - 5/21/2017


Now, this classic that is packed with love, laughter, and your favorite songs comes to Lyric in a grand-scale production! The charming story of Eliza ...

Carmen
Carmen
2/11 - 3/25/2017


Opera has plenty of femmes fatales, but there’s only one Carmen. Her allure proves spellbinding as she seduces a hapless corporal and then a dashing ...

Eugene Onegin
Eugene Onegin
2/26 - 3/20/2017


Intensely passionate drama set to some of opera’s most sweeping, soulful, and heartstoppingly beautiful music — that is Eugene Onegin. Tatiana is a lovesick country ...

Videos


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The Thanksgiving Play in Chicago The Thanksgiving Play
Ensemble Theater In Honor of Helen Zell at Steppenwolf (4/25 - 6/2) Tracker
Black Love Reigns Supreme in Chicago Black Love Reigns Supreme
Reva and David Logan Center for the Arts (5/3 - 5/4)
David Sedaris in Chicago David Sedaris
Raue Center For The Arts (10/23 - 10/23)
Steel Magnolias in Chicago Steel Magnolias
Steel Beam Theatre (4/19 - 5/12)
Cut to the Chase in Chicago Cut to the Chase
The Den Theatre (5/2 - 5/5)
All The Best From Frank and Liza in Chicago All The Best From Frank and Liza
Borelli's (5/18 - 5/18)
Music of the Baroque: Heaven & Earth in Chicago Music of the Baroque: Heaven & Earth
Fourth Presbyterian Church (5/13 - 5/13)
Downtown Chicago TV & Movie Sites Tour in Chicago Downtown Chicago TV & Movie Sites Tour
Buckingham Fountain (11/19 - 1/10)
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