Save the date to see the talented artists of the Ryan Opera Center

Rising Stars in Concert

Sunday, January 19, 2020 — Please note the performance date is earlier than previous years

Join us for Rising Stars in Concert, a showcase performance starring Ensemble members of The Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Opera Center with members of the Lyric Opera Orchestra conducted by Ari Pelto.

More information to come on November 22, 2019

Ryan Opera Center Gala - Festa di San Ryan

Thursday, February 20, 2020

The Ryan Opera Center’s 5th annual fundraising event, Festa di San Ryan, will be held on Thursday, February 20, 2020 at The Casino Club of Chicago. The gala is a participatory celebration of the love and vitality of the Ryan Opera Center. It will feature a thematic performance of operatic and popular music by Ensemble members and renowned mezzo-soprano Elizabeth DeShong, an alumna who sings Pauline in The Queen of Spades this season, followed by an elegant seated dinner with our artists and special guests.

About Ryan Opera Center

The Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Opera Center is the preeminent artist-development program that nurtures the talents of some of the most promising operatic singers and pianists of each generation. The program’s Ensemble members earn their coveted spot by successfully auditioning among more than 400 artists worldwide. Its alumni are among the dominant names in opera today. Donor generosity ensures continued unparalleled training, performance experience, and professional readiness of Ensemble members. This highly competitive program, established in 1974, is honored to enjoy the support of acclaimed soprano Renée Fleming as advisor, along with full time staff director Dan Novak, music director Craig Terry, and director of vocal studies Julia Faulkner. The Ryan Opera Center thanks you for your generosity and for being part of our diverse and supportive family.