Lyric Opera of Chicago

Lyric Opera of Chicago is one of the leading opera companies in the United States. It was founded in Chicago in 1954, under the name 'Lyric Theatre of Chicago' by Carol Fox, Nicola Rescigno and Lawrence Kelly. Maria Callas's American debut in Norma was held here. 

The Lyric is housed in a theater and related spaces in the Civic Opera Building. 

Other websites

Profile at Centerstage Chicago
Chicago Landmarks: Civic Opera Building
Ardis Krainik interview by Bruce Duffie
 May Valentine Lyric Opera Photograph Collection  at Newberry Library
Danny Newman interview by Bruce Duffie

Category:Theaters in Chicago