Lyric Opera of Chicago
2008-2009 Lecture Series at Skokie Public Library
Lyric Opera lectures include information about the historical time, composer, story, and musical highlights of the opera. Each one-hour lecture will be held in the Mary Radmacher Meeting Room. Click on a lecture title to register online or call 847.673.3733.
The Library also has a wonderful selection of related materials including commentaries, DVDs, and music CDs. Please visit the Lyric Opera of Chicago website for additional information about each opera.
Season Preview Lecture
Saturday, September 20, 2008 at 1:30pm
Porgy and Bess
Wednesday, October 15, 2008 at 7:00pm
Madama Butterfly
Saturday, November 8, 2008 at 1:30pm
Tristan und Isolde
Wednesday, December 17, 2008 at 7:00pm
Cavelleria Rusticana and Pagliacci
Saturday, January 24, 2009 at 1:30pm
Abduction from the Seraglio
Wednesday, February 4, 2009 at 7:00pm