Lyric Opera of Chicago is holding chorus auditions in all voice categories for singers who are prepared for professional careers. Singers representing a diversity of cultures and ethnic backgrounds are encouraged to audition. Positions in the Regular Chorus, Core Supplementary Chorus, and Supplementary Chorus are available.

Regular Chorus positions are:
-Tenure track
-Health insurance provided through AGMA
-Guaranteed a 26-week minimum per season, with the possibility for additional weeks
-Starting salaries begin at $1,831.50 per week and increase with seniority
-PTO accrued annually
-Two weeks of vacation paid out each calendar year
-Additional seniority bonuses after 10 years

Audition Schedule
New York auditions will take place at OPERA America (330 7th Ave, 7th Floor, New York, NY 10001) on the following date:
Wednesday, January 14, 2026 from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Audition Requirements:
Successful applicants are expected to prepare two opera arias that best demonstrate your vocal ability. These arias must be sung in two different languages and must be memorized. Singers may be asked to sight-read. The ability to read and memorize music quickly and accurately is a must. You should anticipate an audition lasting no longer than 10 minutes; please plan your repertoire accordingly.

Lyric Opera of Chicago will furnish an accompanist. You must provide a legible copy of each aria, in the correct key, for the accompanist. Auditionees must be United States citizens OR possess, at the time of the audition, legal permission to work in the United States of America during the rehearsal and performance period.

Lyric Opera of Chicago employs a professional chorus under an AGMA (American Guild of Musical Artists) contract and pays competitive wages. You need not be a union member to audition.

Rehearsal and Performance Period:
The 2026/27 performance season runs from October 10 through November 29, 2026 (with rehearsals beginning in September) and the weeks of January 11 through April 25, 2027. A full (tentative) schedule of rehearsals and performances will be provided prior to the commencement of rehearsals.

Lyric Opera of Chicago is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, parental status, socio-economic status, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We strongly encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.