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Lyric Opera Ball: A Toast to Opera This event has passed. The Lyric Opera Circle is planning an affair to be remembered. “A Toast to Opera” will celebrate the rich history and enduring beauty of the timeless art form of opera! The Lyric Opera ball promises to be an elegant and celebratory affair, complete with … Read more

Community Conversation: Love and Division This event has passed. Join Lyric Opera of Kansas City and Greenwood Social Hall for an unforgettable evening in which we transcend time and space to explore the enduring mysteries of love and division. From ancient literature and civilizations to the star-crossed tale of Romeo and Juliet to artistry in … Read more

Sketchbook for Ollie Join Lyric Opera at Kansas City Public Library, Plaza Branch for a free family performance! Eight-year-old Ollie questions the meaning of life after the death of his grandmother. He is frustrated with grownups avoiding his tough but important questions. The only answer that satisfies him comes from his Aunt Leeza, a composer, … Read more

A 24k Night: A New Year’s Eve Party Please join us for a festive New Year’s Eve party presented by the Lyric Opera Circle! Hilton President Kansas City 1329 Baltimore Avenue Kansas City, Missouri Secure your spot and RSVP by December 18.  8:00 PM | Cocktails on the Mezzanine 9:00 PM | Dinner & dancing … Read more

Opera Silent Dinner: Romeo and Juliet Tickets must be purchased no later than January 21, 2024. Join Orpheus KC and Wandering Vine at the Castle for a unique and immersive dining event that takes you on a journey through the timeless tale of Romeo and Juliet. This exquisite evening promises an unforgettable blend of fine … Read more

Opera Dives Deep: Roméo et Juliette Taming the Barbarian Dr. Felicia Londré, speaker Monday, February 26, 2024, 7:00 pm-8:00 pm France’s love-hate attitude toward Shakespeare can be traced back to Voltaire. With the coming of Romanticism, a frenzy of enthusiasm swept away the resistance and led to Hector Berlioz’s 1839 Roméo et Juliette. The Second … Read more

Opera Dives Deep: The Sound of Music Evolution of a Classic American Musical George Harter, speaker Monday, October 16, 2023, 7:00 pm-8:00 pm Examine thoroughly the final musical crafted by the duo of Rodgers and Hammerstein, the innovators behind the formula for the modern musical, showcased in their significant creations: Oklahoma!, Carousel, The King and I, and Flower Drum Song. … Read more

Community Conversation: Sing Most Anything The von Trapp family’s real-life story extends beyond what we see in The Sound of Music. After touring the United States, they settled in Vermont where they led Austrian-inspired sing weeks, uniting families through choral repertoire. In this spirit, lend your singing voice and join us in learning one of … Read more

Opera Dives Deep: Cavalleria rusticana | Pagliacci Verismo’s Creative Deceptions: The Fictions of the Italian South in Cavalleria rusticana and Pagliacci Dr. Jane Sylvester, speaker Verismo, or Italian realism, was a late nineteenth century movement in Italy inspired by presenting “life as it is.” This talk explores the scandalous tales, new ideas of personal identity, and regional stereotypes of … Read more

Community Conversation: Viva il vino! Join Lyric Opera of Kansas City and Cupini’s for a signature Community Conversation blending culture and cuisine! Indulge in live excerpts from Cavalleria rusticana and Pagliacci, perfectly complemented by four delicious courses and wine pairings. This communal dining experience on Cupini’s outdoor patio will explore Sicilian customs and Italian history … Read more