City Lyric Opera

Mission Statement City Lyric Opera provides a one-of-a-kind experience for audience members by welcoming them to the operatic art form without judgement, expectation, or financial burden. Positioning Statement City Lyric Opera was created to redefine the way opera is perceived and produced. We put the artist first because we believe that a welcoming and collaborative environment enables them to give a better, more genuine experience to audience members. Enthusiasm and creativity are infectious and we want everyone to be able to enjoy the opera. We produce high-quality art at affordable prices to ensure a welcoming and diverse experience both on and offstage. Who Are We? We founded City Lyric Opera in the fall of 2016 under the name of ARE Opera. As ARE Opera, it was our mission to produce opera that was Accessible, Relatable, and Enjoyable to all audience members no matter their age, background, or experience with the art form. As we grew, we watched the mission transform before ...