Brian Stokes Mitchell & Laura Benanti in Concert

October 10. 2025

October 10. 2025

Brian Stokes Mitchell & Laura Benanti in Concert

Join us for a thrilling night of entertainment when Tony Award-winning stars of stage and screen Brian Stokes Mitchell and Laura Benanti are onstage for one night only with the full force of the Lyric Opera Orchestra. You’ll be swept away by a program that features Broadway favorites, jazz classics, and beloved selections from the Great American Songbook that will stay with you long after the curtain falls. Be a part of this very special event where you’ll have the chance to mingle with fellow arts lovers and celebrate a new cultural season at Lyric. We don’t want you to miss a moment of the music!

  • Running Time: 2 hours and 25 minutes, including 1 intermission

Videos

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Laura Benanti - Don't Worry 'Bout Me (Live Recording)

Official Video by Laura Benanti, performing "Don't Worry 'Bout Me"

Lyric Opera of Chicago presents Brian Stokes Mitchell & Laura Benanti in Concert

Brian Stokes Mitchell Performs "The Impossible Dream" on the 2020 A Capitol Fourth

Broadway legend Brian Stokes Mitchell performed "The Impossible Dream" on the 2020 A Capitol Fourth.

Articles

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By Louise Guinther

A baton for all seasons

Rob Fisher’s credits range from solo pianist to musical arranger to sought-after conductor on Broadway and with symphony and opera orchestras. Here he talks about his career trajectory, podium style, and admiration for the stars of this year’s Lyric season opening gala.
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Spotlight on Brian Stokes Mitchell and Laura Benanti

Two of Broadway’s most celebrated performers take the stage at Lyric for one unforgettable night. On Friday, October 10, Tony Award winners Brian Stokes Mitchell and Laura Benanti join Maestro Rob Fisher and the full Lyric Opera Orchestra for the Lyric Opening Concert, launching the 2025/26 Season with a dynamic evening of Broadway favorites, jazz standards, and timeless classics from the Great American Songbook.
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Artists

  • Brian Stokes Mitchell

    Brian Stokes Mitchell *

  • Laura Benanti

    Laura Benanti *

  • Rob Fisher

    Rob Fisher

    Conductor

* Lyric debut

Lyric Opening Gala

Lyric Opening Gala

This year’s Lyric Opening Gala merges style and fashion with musical entertainment — every moment is sure to be a delight to the senses. From a red carpet welcome to the final dance at the after-party, this will be a glamorous and unforgettable night you won’t want to miss.

Program book

Go inside this production of Brian Stokes Mitchell & Laura Benanti in Concert with engaging articles, notes from the director, a complete plot synopsis, artist bios, and more.

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