Frida Kahlo and the Bravest Girl in the World
Music by Joe Illick
Libretto by Mark Campbell
Spanish Translation by Arlene Martínez-Vázquez
Lyric's Opera in the Neighborhoods program brings live performances of youth-focused operas to neighborhood venues throughout the Chicago area. Programmed for grades 3-6, Opera in the Neighborhoods is free to schools groups, and bus scholarships are available for qualifying schools.
Join us for our 2024/25 Opera in the Neighborhoods student performances of Frida Kahlo and the Bravest Girl in the World, a story about facing your fears, learning new things, and the power of friendship. Based on the acclaimed book by author and illustrator Laurence Anholt, the story follows the real-life friendship of Mariana, a young girl living in the heart of Mexico City, and Frida Kahlo, the famed artist. When Mariana plucks up her courage to meet Frida, a friendship blossoms between them. You’ll meet Frida’s husband, artist Diego Rivera, as well as a singing parrot, dog, and monkey. Young people will delight in the opportunity to participate in this charming musical journey!
Running Time: 45 minutes
Show dates and locations
Spring tour
Wednesday, April 16 at 10:00 AM
Thursday, April 17 at 10:00 AM
Harold Washington Library RSVP
400 S. State Street
Chicago, IL 60605
Tuesday, April 22 at 10:00 AM
Tuesday, April 22 at 12:00 PM
Wednesday, April 23 at 10:00 AM
Wednesday, April 23 at 12:00 PM
Thursday, April 24 at 10:00 AM
Thursday, April 24 at 12:00 AM
National Museum of Mexican Art RSVP
1852 W. 19th Street
Chicago, IL 60608
Fall tour
Friday, October 11 at 10:00 a.m. & 12:00 p.m.
Kennedy-King College Theater
Tuesday, October 15 at 10:00 a.m. & 12:00 p.m.
North Central College - Pfeiffer Hall
Wednesday, October 16 at 10:00 a.m. & 12:00 p.m.
Governors State University Center for Performing Arts
Wednesday, October 23 at 10:00 a.m.
Thursday, October 24 at 10:00 a.m.
Kehrein Center for the Arts
Tuesday, October 29 at 10:00 a.m. & 12:00 p.m.
College of Lake County, James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts
Friday, November 1 at 10:30 a.m.
Reva and David Logan Center for the Arts
RSVP
Thank you for your interest in attending Lyric's production of Frida Kahlo and the Bravest Girl in the World. All student performances are now at capacity, and requests will now be placed on the wait list. We will reach out to you directly should seats become available.
