Ryan Opera Center Ensemble auditions
Applications for The Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Opera Center 2027/28 Ensemble Singers are now open.
The full-time contract dates are May 17, 2027, through April 1, 2028 (subject to change), with an option to renew for a second year.
Applications are free and must be submitted via YAP Tracker.
For questions, please contact Logan Skirm via email at [email protected].
New York Singer Auditions
Application deadline: March 1, 2026
Audition dates: April 6-7, 2026
Chicago Singer Auditions #1
Application deadline: March 29, 2026
Audition dates: May 8-9, 2026
Chicago Singer Auditions #2
Application deadline: May 31, 2026
Audition dates: July 10-11, 2026
Please note, applications for all 2026/27 Ensemble positions are now closed.
The Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Opera Center
The Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Opera Center is Lyric's acclaimed artist-development program that nurtures the talents of some of the most promising operatic artists of each generation. Ryan Opera Center alumni are among the dominant names in opera today. This highly competitive program, established in 1974, is led by Director Dan Novak, Music Director Craig Terry, and Director of Vocal Studies Julia Faulkner.
Pictured: Ryan Opera Center Ensemble pianist Michael Banwarth and baritone Finn Sagal in Lyric's 2024/25 Season Sunday in the Park with Lyric.
The Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Opera Center is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, parental status, socio-economic status, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We strongly encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.
Header image: Mezzo-soprano Lucy Baker performing at Final Auditions (2023).
Credit: Kyle Flubacker