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Lyric Lately blog
By Christopher Alden
Read about director Christopher Alden's vision for The Flying Dutchman in this Director's Note, and experience his electrifying production of Wagner's masterpiece at Lyric September 23-October 7.
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by John von Rhein
Lyric's 2023/24 Season holds many "firsts" for Music Director Enrique Mazzola. Read about his first Wagner opera, 21st century opera, and Mozart work with the company, as well as his first complete Aida anywhere.
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Winner of six Tony Awards, two Grammy Awards and an Emmy Award, Audra McDonald is in a class all her own. Get to know this star of stage and screen in this blog and see her live on October 6 with the Lyric Opera Orchestra.
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From bubbling romantic comedies to dark and brooding melodramas, Lyric's 2023/24 Season has something for everyone. At the helm of these diverse titles, we have a lineup of exciting conductors keeping things in perfect tune. Meet these noteworthy musicians and get ready for a season of unforgettable memories, beginning September 23.
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Lyric's IDEA values
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.