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With two newly-commissioned world premieres, three premieres of works never before seen on Lyric's stage, and a host of classic favorites returning, plus a star-studded lineup of acclaimed artists delivering inspiring performances, Lyric's 2022/23 Season will move you and remind you that there's nothing like experiencing a live performance! We invite you to explore the season and the many ways to make Lyric a part of your life.

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Upcoming performances

Sunday in the Park with Lyric

Sunday, August 21, 2022

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Giuseppe Verdi

September 09 - October 01, 2022

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September 17 - October 07, 2022

October 08, 2022

Giuseppe Verdi

November 09 - November 25, 2022

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Gioachino Rossini

November 13 - November 26, 2022

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Engelbert Humperdinck

January 25 - February 05, 2023

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Will Liverman & DJ King Rico

February 03 - February 12, 2023

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Georges Bizet

March 11 - April 07, 2023

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Romain, Shaw & Adams

March 24 - April 08, 2023

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June 02 - June 25, 2023

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A different generation of maestro.

The Chicago Tribune Editorial Board welcomes Music Director Enrique Mazzola as he begins his tenure, ushering in a new era for Lyric and for Chicago. "We're so glad he's here," they share. Find out why "Symbolically, Mazzola’s arrival represents an aspect of the city’s recovery."

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Lyric is for everyone

We engage students and families, new audiences, and our diverse Chicago community in the power of opera — including dynamic new works.

Learning and Creative Engagement Programs

Lyric is for everyone

We engage students and families, new audiences, and our diverse Chicago community in the power of opera — including dynamic new works.

Learning and Creative Engagement Programs

Training the next generation of opera stars

Unparalleled instruction and performance opportunities for emerging artists.

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Lyric Audio Streaming

Nothing quite compares to the excitement of hearing the biggest stars in the opera world performing with a full orchestra and chorus in front of a live audience. Now you can experience the magnificent sound of full-scale opera free, whenever you like, with Lyric Audio Streaming. Listen to previously recorded full operas online and through a variety of online music streaming platforms.

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Need music in your life? So do we.

Our blog is here to educate and amuse, with enlightening articles, exclusive artist interviews, behind-the-scenes photos, engaging videos, and more. Take a look to see what's been happening at Lyric Lately!

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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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