For the Love of Lyric Concert
This September, Lyric is excited to present the world premiere of a unique, free virtual concert from the stage of the Lyric Opera House.
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Double the Impact of Your Support
Today, for our work to continue, we are asking you to make a financial commitment to Lyric. Make a tax-deductible contribution to our For the Love of Lyric Fund, and your gift will be matched dollar-for-dollar, doubling the effect your donation will make in our recovery.
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An update on Lyric's IDEA values
Read about the intensified work that Lyric has been doing to further define our ongoing commitment to Inclusivity, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA) across our organization.
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Lawrence Brownlee and Friends: The Next Chapter
Lyric's Ryan Opera Center presents a free virtual concert celebrating the depth and breadth of Black artistry, hosted by world-renowned tenor Lawrence Brownlee and featuring former and current members of the Ryan Opera Center.
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Need music in your life? So do we.
Visit our blog, Lyric Lately, for a compilation of our favorite content, regularly updated.
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Lyric cancels fall performances
UPDATE: Lyric Opera of Chicago’s fall performances are canceled as a result of public health policies related to the Covid-19 pandemic.
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2021 Season
Lyric performances touch our lives, tell unforgettable stories, and provide truly unique experiences. Be part of the excitement of live art unfolding.
Our 2020/2021 Season
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January 15 - 24, 2021
Blue
January 23 - February 13, 2021
Samson & Delilah
January 30 - February 14, 2021
Elixir of Love
June 4 - 27, 2021
Singin' in the Rain
Subscribe to Lyric's 2021 Season
At Lyric, you’re enthralled, replenished, and
inspired by must-see, must-hear live performances.
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 long after the curtain comes down. Don’t miss a moment: secure your place for Lyric’s 2021 Season of grand opera, chamber opera, special events, and musical theater.
Support music that moves you.
As a nonprofit performing arts organization, Lyric relies on charitable contributions from individuals and organizations to put breathtaking productions on our stage, bring amazing music to our communities, and give grand opera a lasting place in the hearts of Chicagoans.
Make a gift today and you’ll enjoy your next Lyric performance even more knowing that your generosity made it all possible. Thank you!
Watch & Listen
Watch exclusive behind-the-scenes videos, interviews with artists, and trailers for every opera and musical production. Listen to excerpts from your favorite shows and hear informative commentaries on season productions. Read in-depth articles in Lyric Notes, our monthly eNewsletter, and on our blog, Lyric Lately. And browse our program books, with a full synopsis on each show, engaging articles, cast bios, and more.
Watch & Listen
Watch exclusive behind-the-scenes videos, interviews with artists, and trailers for every opera and musical production. Listen to excerpts from your favorite shows and hear informative commentaries on season productions. Read in-depth articles in Lyric Notes, our monthly eNewsletter, and on our blog, Lyric Lately. And browse our program books, with a full synopsis on each show, engaging articles, cast bios, and more.