Chicago Opera Theater

Performing ArtsIllinois, United States11-50 Employees

Chicago Opera Theater is a Chicago-based organization in the performing arts focused on opera. It aims to enrich life in the city by presenting rarely produced and contemporary operas, supporting gifted emerging artists, and offering hands-on experiences with opera that entertain and nurture creativity. Its offerings are designed to engage residents and visitors seeking innovative, relevant, and inclusive opera experiences, fostering a sense of belonging to the arts. The organization positions itself within the performing arts industry as a producer and developer of contemporary opera and talent in the Chicago region.

The company has seen leadership changes, with music director Lidiya Yankovskaya stepping down in 2023 and again in 2025. The organization is based in Chicago, Illinois, serving a local audience and artists within the larger Midwest performing arts ecosystem.

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