



Lyric Opera of Chicago’s mission is to express and promote the life-changing, transformational, revelatory power of great opera. Please note that guests will not be permittedįor more information please call the audition hotline: (312) 827-3548, email or check our website at /auditions. You are required to prove United States citizenship permanent residency or possess, at the time of the audition, legal permission to work in the United States of America during the rehearsal and performance period. You must provide a legible copy of each aria, in the correct key, for the accompanist. Lyric Opera of Chicago will furnish an accompanist. You should anticipate an audition lasting no longer than four minutes please plan your repertoire accordingly. The ability to read and memorize music quickly and accurately is a must. These arias must be sung in two contrasting languages and must be memorized. Successful applicants are expected to prepare two opera arias that best demonstrate their vocal ability. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.Įnsure that your materials are received by Fri., May 24, 2019. Lyric Opera of Chicago does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, parental status, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws. Lyric Opera of Chicago is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Regular Choristers will make $1545.00 per week for a guarantee of 26 weeks of work, plus additional pay for the Ring cycle, sick/personal time, maternity/paternity leave, vacation pay, life insurance, full-year health insurance, and pension.ĭaniel & Joanna S. A full (tentative) schedule of rehearsals and performances will be provided upon offer of employment. The 2019/20 season also includes an extension of the contract period through for the company’s production of the Ring cycle.

The 2019/20 chorus season runs Augthrough March 29, 2020, with a holiday break from Decemthrough January 12, 2020. We are seeking experienced, classically trained tenors, baritones, and basses who are interested in professional positions in the company’s tenured Regular Chorus. CHICAGO () – Lyric Opera of Chicago will hold auditions on Wed., May 29, in Chicago and Sun., June 2, and Mon., June 3, in New York.
