Founded in 1987, the Lyric Opera Circle is a group of community women whose purpose is to support Lyric Opera of Kansas City through advocacy in our community and by hosting the annual Lyric Opera Ball. Throughout its history, this philanthropic event has raised over $16.5 million to help underwrite world-class Lyric Opera productions. Lyric Opera Circle membership is by invitation only.

Lyric Opera Ball
Each year, the Lyric Opera Circle puts on the Lyric Opera Ball to raise money for Lyric Opera of Kansas City. Stay tuned for more information about the 2026 Lyric Opera Ball!
2024 LYRIC OPERA BALL: A TOAST TO OPERA PHOTO GALLERY





