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Opera Festival of Chicago is dedicated to presenting fully staged productions of Italian opera masterworks that rarely grace the stage in the United States, making this work accessible to American audiences and artists alike.

A memorable start to the Opera Festival of Chicago’s 2026 season! ✨Our season-opening concert, Very Verismo!, brought an...
06/19/2026

A memorable start to the Opera Festival of Chicago’s 2026 season! ✨

Our season-opening concert, Very Verismo!, brought an evening of passion, drama, and unforgettable music to Jarvis Opera Hall. From the exclusive VIP reception to a thrilling concert featuring works by Puccini, Leoncavallo, Mascagni, and Giordano, it was a wonderful celebration of Italian opera and the artists who bring it to life.

Thank you to everyone who joined us, and congratulations to our incredible cast, including Alexandra Razskazoff, Zhanna Alkhazova, Nathan Granner, Franco Pomponi, and all of the musicians, staff, and supporters who made the evening such a success.

Swipe through for highlights from a beautiful night as we officially launched our 2026 season, A Bohemian Tragedy.

06/19/2026

We’ve filmed so many artist spotlights this season from walk-and-talk interviews to rapid-fire Q&As and along the way we’ve gathered some incredible insights from the amazing performers of the Opera Festival of Chicago!

Not only are these artists extraordinarily talented, but they’re also funny, personable, and a joy to be around. We think that shines through perfectly in this blooper compilation! 😂

Behind every great performance is a group of passionate artists who love what they do and enjoy sharing that passion with others. We can’t wait for you to experience their artistry both on and off the stage.

Come see these incredible performers live as the Opera Festival of Chicago begins next week!

06/19/2026

Meet Anthony Reed in our latest artist spotlight!

In this rapid-fire Q&A, Anthony shares the one word that best describes him onstage, his preferred rehearsal schedule, and a favorite hobby offstage that helps contribute to his success onstage.

Get a glimpse into the routines, passions, and personality that shape his artistry, and learn more about the person behind the performance as he answers a variety of fun questions about opera and life beyond the stage.

Don’t miss Anthony Reed in Adriana Lecouvreur with the Opera Festival of Chicago!

📅 June 28 at 2:00 PM
📅 July 3 at 7:30 PM

06/19/2026

Meet Viktoria Vizin in our latest artist spotlight!

How would she convince someone to see their very first opera? Who is she when she steps onstage? In this rapid-fire Q&A, Viktoria shares her thoughts on the magic of live opera, the connection between performer and audience, and the artistry that comes to life under the stage lights.

Get to know the person behind the performance as she answers a variety of fun and thought-provoking questions about opera, storytelling, and life as a performer.

Don’t miss Viktoria Vizin in Adriana Lecouvreur with the Opera Festival of Chicago!

📅 June 28 at 2:00 PM
📅 July 3 at 7:30 PM

06/17/2026

Get to know Zhanna Alkhazova in our latest artist spotlight!

In this rapid-fire Q&A, Zhanna shares how she would describe herself onstage, how she recovers after a performance, and answers a variety of other fun and insightful questions about life as an opera singer.

From the energy of the stage to the moments of reflection that follow a performance, discover what inspires her artistry and what it takes to bring unforgettable characters to life for audiences.

Don’t miss the chance to see Zhanna perform with the Opera Festival of Chicago in Adriana Lecouvreur!

📅 June 28 at 2:00 PM
📅 July 3 at 7:30 PM

06/17/2026

Rapid-fire with Christopher Filipowicz!

In this artist spotlight, Christopher answers a series of quick questions about opera life from how he reflects after a performance to whether he prefers comedy or tragedy, and much more. Get to know the artist behind the role and hear his unique perspective on the craft, challenges, and joys of performing opera.

Don’t miss Christopher in Adriana Lecouvreur with the Opera Festival of Chicago!

📅 June 28 at 2:00 PM
📅 July 3 at 7:30 PM

Join us for Cilea’s passionate masterpiece filled with intrigue, romance, jealousy, and some of opera’s most unforgettable music.

06/17/2026

🎭✨ A glimpse inside the rehearsal room for La Bohème!

From soaring melodies to heartfelt moments, our cast is hard at work bringing Puccini’s beloved masterpiece to life. We can’t wait to share this beautiful production with you this summer.

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✨ William Powers

Join Opera Festival of Chicago for this timeless story of love, friendship, and sacrifice.

📅 Performances:
• June 26, 7:30 PM
• July 1, 7:30 PM
• July 5, 2:00 PM

📍 North Shore Center for the Performing Arts

🎟 Tickets are available now on our website.

06/17/2026

Take a walk with Nathan Granner, our Rodolfo in La Bohème!

In this special walk-and-talk artist spotlight, Nathan answers a variety of fun and insightful questions about opera, life as a performer, and the experiences that have shaped his career on and off the stage.

As he prepares to bring the passionate poet Rodolfo to life with the Opera Festival of Chicago, get to know the artist behind the role and hear his thoughts on the joys, challenges, and adventures of an operatic life.

Join us for La Bohème and experience one of opera’s most beloved stories through the artistry of an exceptional cast.

06/16/2026

🎭 Get to know Alex Razskazoff in our latest artist spotlight!

From her favorite opera death scene to her go-to rehearsal snacks and everything in between, Alex shares some fun behind-the-scenes insights into life as an opera singer.

Join us as we learn more about the artist behind the performance and celebrate the personality, passions, and experiences that make opera so special.

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