Brett Mitchell to Debut with Lyric Opera of Chicago in January 2027

CHICAGO — In unveiling their 2026-27 season, Lyric Opera of Chicago has announced that Brett Mitchell will make his debut with the company in January 2027, leading the Lyric Opera Orchestra and Chorus in the music of Mozart to accompany two screenings of the eight-time Oscar-winning classic Amadeus.

Mr. Mitchell and the musicians will present two performances of the project, both at the Lyric Opera House in downtown Chicago:

  • Friday, January 15 at 7 p.m.

  • Saturday, January 16 at 2 p.m.

For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here.

And click here to read a preview of the Lyric’s 2026-27 season from CBS Chicago.

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