November 09. 2024 - November 30. 2024
November 09. 2024 - November 30. 2024
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Join Lyric Opera of Chicago for Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro, an intimate study of human relationships and one of the greatest operas ever written. In the setting of Count Almaviva’s castle, his servants, Figaro and Susanna, conspire to get the better of their willful employer, joined by his long-suffering wife, the Countess. Also on hand is opera’s most lovable pageboy, Cherubino. Intrigues abound in this matchless work by Mozart and librettist Lorenzo da Ponte that has enriched lives and spirits for generations.
Returning to direct her exhilarating Lyric production is Chicago theatrical legend Barbara Gaines. She’ll collaborate with the electrifying young German conductor Erina Yashima in her Lyric debut, leading a cast of internationally celebrated Mozartians.
Lyric’s presentation of Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro is generously made possible by The Negaunee Foundation, Mary Stowell, Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP, Lori Julian for the Julian Family Foundation, Invenergy, Randy L. & Melvin R.* Berlin, Bulley & Andrews, and Ethel and Bill* Gofen.
*deceased
November 24, at 12:30 PM
At the November 24 matinee of The Marriage of Figaro, in place of the traditional pre-opera talk for ticket holders, enjoy a special opportunity to interact with and learn more about the Lyric Opera of Chicago Orchestra! Lyric invites you to this “meet and greet” experience where you can get a birds-eye view of the orchestra pit, enjoy first-hand discussion with orchestra members, and see their instruments up close.
Join us in the Ardis Krainik Theatre one hour before your opera performance begins for a free, 30-minute preview talk discussing that day’s production.
Seating is unreserved, but a ticket for that day’s performance is required. Talks begin one hour before each performance and doors open approximately 15 minutes before the start of the talks.
Pre-opera talks are supported by Raynette and Ned Boshell.
A recorded version of the Pre-opera talk is available below.
© 2024/25 Lyric Opera Commentaries. All rights reserved.
The music featured is generously furnished by Warner Classics.
Lyric Opera Commentaries are sponsored by the Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Foundation in memory of their parents.
Peter Kellner as Figaro and Ying Fang as Susanna.
Photo: Liz Lauren
Sarah Mesko as Marcellina and Ying Fang as Susanna.
Photo: Liz Lauren
The Company of The Marriage of Figaro.
Photo: Liz Lauren
Sarah Mesko as Marcellina and Nicholas Newton as Dr. Bartolo.
Photo: Liz Lauren
Peter Kellner as Figaro and Ying Fang as Susanna.
Photo: Liz Lauren
The Company of The Marriage of Figaro.
Photo: Liz Lauren
Figaro
Susanna
Countess Almaviva
Count Almaviva
Cherubino
Marcellina
Don Basilio
Dr. Bartolo
Barbarina
Antonio
Don Curzio
Peasant Girl
Peasant Girl
Conductor
Director
Set Designer
Costume Designer
Lighting Designer
Chorus Director
Choreographer
* Lyric debut
** Ryan Opera Center alumna
*** Ryan Opera Center Ensemble
Go inside this production of The Marriage of Figaro with engaging articles, notes from the director, a complete plot synopsis, artist bios, and more.
Header images: Original photo by Michael Pohn for Wiener Staatsoper with costume and background image alterations by Lyric Opera of Chicago, Todd Rosenberg/Lyric Opera of Chicago