THE CHAPTER COMMUNITY
WHAT IS A LYRIC OPERA CHAPTER?
In a Lyric Opera chapter, opera lovers of all ages get together to enjoy lectures, musical performances, special events, volunteer opportunities, and each other's company. Each chapter is chartered with the dual purpose of raising money to enhance educational outreach programs and generating support for Lyric Opera of Chicago. Chapter members enjoy certain exclusive benefits, including two passes to a designated working rehearsal at Lyric Opera, two seats to the Season Preview Concert, the opportunity to be an OPERATHON volunteer, a complimentary subscription to the Chapter Newsletter, a 10% discount at OperaShop in the Civic Opera House, and much more!
Dues of $20 are payable annually to the community-based chapter of your choice, where members attend programs and events throughout the season with varying registration fees.
Lyric's Auxiliary chapter is especially for young professionals and dedicated to building a new generation of supporters. Once the minimum donation requirement is met and annual dues of $200 are paid, any Auxiliary member will qualify for membership. These all-inclusive dues reserve a place for a member and a guest to attend the chapter's educational and social events.JOINING IS EASY
Lyric Opera chapter membership is available to all annual contributors of $50 or more. Dues are payable annually to the chapter(s) of your choice.EXCLUSIVE BENEFITS
There are perks designed just for members of Lyric's chapters, over and above the benefits already received as a donor. In addition to the community experience, chapter members enjoy exclusive benefits such as:
- Two free admissions to a designated working rehearsal at Lyric Opera (get an inside peek at an opera during its developmental process)
- Two free admissions to the Season Preview Concert featuring The Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Opera Center
- Group ticket priority for Lyric's Opening Night Gala, and special chapter-wide ticket privileges
- Invitation to the all-chapter Annual Meeting and Luncheon
- 10% discount at OperaShop with your membership card
- Complimentary subscription to Chapter Notes (semi-annual newsletter of chapter activities)
Call the Lyric Opera Chapter Office at 312-827-5656 for more information.
OPERATHON is conducted by the Lyric Opera Chapters with all proceeds supporting Lyric Opera of Chicago's education and outreach programs for children, adults, and seniors. Chapter members have the opportunity to volunteer to work on OPERATHON day in a variety of tasks...talk to donors by being on the "front line" in the phone room, tabulating the sales and contributions, networking with fellow volunteers, welcoming fellow chapter members and orienting them to their assigned duties. Chapter member involvement is essential to Lyric's success.
Stars from Lyric's productions are heard on-air, encouraging listeners to phone in their pledges of support. A stunning selection of Lyric Opera merchandise, autographed items, as well as restaurant and premium certificates are offered via the OPERATHON catalog. A selection of 2007 merchandise is available in our online gift shop. Click here for Operathon merchandise.
For more information, contact Lyric's Chapter office at 312-827-5656.
OperaShop Volunteer Opportunities
