First Sundays at 5:00 pm
2025/26 Ryan Opera Center Ensemble (Photo: Kyle Flubacker)
Members of Lyric Opera of Chicago's professional artist-development program perform in recital each month.
The Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Opera Center prepares emerging artists for careers in opera by providing unique, comprehensive training and performing experience. Established in 1974 the Ryan Opera Center is recognized as one of the premier programs of its kind in the world.
Starting in October, this unique monthly Recital Series showcases Ryan Opera Center Ensemble members performing a wide variety of repertoire. Each program includes one or more selections by composers of color. Special thanks to Julie and Roger Baskes for their ongoing sponsorship of the series. To find out more about the Ryan Opera Center visit: lyricopera.org/ryanoperacenter
Baritone Sihao Hu, Bass-Baritone Benjamin R. Sokol, and Pianist Michael Banwarth
Opera favorites, some Chinese and Yiddish songs, and music by Cole Porter is in store for you on our next recital.
Soprano Adia Evans, Soprano Emily Richter, and Pianist Michael Banwarth
Music of Richard Strauss is paired with Samuel Barber in this delightful recital from the Ryan Opera Center.
The Diary of One Who Disappeared by Leoš Janáček
Ryan Opera Center tenor Travon Walker along with ensemble members will perform Leoš Janáček's song cycle The Diary of One Who Disappeared. Told in 22 songs, the piece tells the story of love so powerful it overrides social boundaries.
