It’s Curtain Up for the Lyric Opera and Joffrey Ballet
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A new home, new roommates, and new season for ballet and opera lovers.
After 15 months of dark theaters and livestreaming performances, two of Chicago’s most famous performing arts companies announce they are returning to the stage for live performances — this time under one roof. Brandis Friedman has details.
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It’s Curtain Up for the Lyric Opera and Joffrey Ballet
Clip: 5/19/2021 | 4m 19sVideo has Closed Captions
After 15 months of dark theaters and livestreaming performances, two of Chicago’s most famous performing arts companies announce they are returning to the stage for live performances — this time under one roof. Brandis Friedman has details.
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