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Lyric Opera of Chicago’s 2015-16 season will feature nine new-to-Chicago productions, including the long-awaited world premiere of 'Bel Canto,' an opera based on the award-winning 2001 novel by Ann Patchett. Shortly after Lyric announced their upcoming season, Kenneth Pigott, president and CEO of Lyric’s Board of Directors, passed away on February 13. -
‘Stars of Lyric Opera at Millennium Park’ Presents Ana María Martínez, Mariusz Kwiecien, Andriana Chuchman and Other Vocal Superstars
Lyric Opera of Chicago’s annual free concert in Millennium Park is a golden opportunity to hear a preview of Lyric’s upcoming season, as well as operatic gems from seasons past. This year’s concert will take place in the Jay Pritzker Pavilion on September 6. -
Lyric Opera of Chicago Is in the Black for FY 2014, with Ticket Sales Up 8 Percent
General Director Anthony Freud announced some good financial news for Lyric Opera of Chicago on Monday: the company broke even in FY 2014. -
Lullaby of Broadway...in the Opera House? Lyric of Chicago Presenting 'The Sound of Music'
Lyric Opera of Chicago recently announced they have extended the run of 'The Sound of Music' due to popular demand. There are several songs in this musical that would sound wonderful sung by opera singers. But "Doe a Deer"? Not so much. And "Edelweiss" certainly doesn't need operatic voices. -
Classical Crossover: Bad Move...or Step Forward?
Classical music has its share of crossover artists, but is this really advancing the art form? Rock musicians who write operas aren't the only famous artists crossing musical boundaries these days--witness Renée Fleming's 2010 album Dark Hope, featuring the singer in indie hits from bands like Arcade Fire, Band of Horses and Death Cab for Cutie. -
Chicago Lyric Stars Ana María Martínez, Albina Shagimuratova, James Valenti and More Perform at Free Millennium Park Concert
On September 7, Lyric Opera of Chicago will present its annual gift to the city, a free outdoor concert at the Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park...
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