Lyric Opera of Chicago

Lyric Opera of Chicago will hold general auditions in Chicago for prospective opera singers to participate in the Lyric Unlimited Opera in the Neighborhoods children’s opera presentation of Katie: The Strongest of the Strong during the periods October 6 – November 2, 2025 and April 13 – May 1, 2026. All ethnicities welcome, artists of color are strongly encouraged to apply. Artists should be local to the Chicagoland area and have daytime availability for rehearsals and performances.

Auditions will take place at Lyric Opera of Chicago; 40 North Wacker Drive (stage door) as follows:

Thursday April 17, 2025 4:00pm – 7:00pm

Friday April 18, 202512:00pm – 4:00pm

To be considered, please submit resume/photo and an audio or video recording of an aria to soloaud@lyricopera.org. Please indicate if you are available during the Opera in the Neighborhoods periods.

Deadline for submission is Friday April 4, 2025.

See website for audition requirements.