Wozzeck
The Lyric Opera of Chicago brings the emotional and transformative story to life.
Afternoon at the Opera
Saturdays at noon on WILL-FM
Make sure your weekend includes an Afternoon at the Opera and enjoy timeless pieces from all the greats, including Verdi, Puccini, Mozart, Bellini, and Rossini. Join us Saturdays at noon on WILL-FM 90.9, your only on-air source for opera in central Illinois.
La Cenerentola
The Lyric Opera of Chicago performs the classic story of Cinderella.
Bel Canto
The Lyric Opera of Chicago performs this riveting story inspired by real-life events.
The Marriage of Figaro
Known as Mozart's wittiest opera, the Lyric Opera of Chicago brings entertainment and drama to your afternoon.
Die Entführung aus dem Serail
The Metropolitan Opera performs Mozart’s “The Abduction From The Seraglio.”
Elektra
The Metropolitan Opera performs this intense and still-startling work.
Otello
The Metropolitan Opera performs Italian opera’s greatest tragedy.
Roberto Devereux
Opera’s version of “based on actual events,” performed by The Metropolitan Opera.
Simon Boccanegra
One of the most incisive depictions of politics ever put on the stage, performed by The Metropolitan Opera.
Madama Butterfly
The Metropolitan Opera performs this timeless work by Puccini.
These programs are partially sponsored by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency.
