Beyond the Aria series returns in its 10th anniversary season, and welcome back Artistic Director, Craig Terry with four specially curated concerts. Table seating subscriptions are on sale now – the deadline to subscribe is July 30 and table seating assignments will be determined after the deadline.

Presented in partnership with Lyric Opera of Chicago, the Harris Theater's Beyond the Aria series pairs some of the most celebrated voices in opera today with developing artists from the Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Opera Center. Each concert is enjoyed cabaret-style with special one-night-only programs performed on the iconic Pritzker Pavilion stage. Craig Terry will be joined this year by several astounding artists, including, Mané Galoyan, Soloman Howard, Ying Fang, Kayleigh Decker, Nicole Cabell, Ailyn Pérez, Pene Pati, Sophia Maekawa, Ian Rucker, Lucy Baker, and more. Each of the concerts will feature exceptional music which is sure to spark joy and passion within our community of opera enthusiasts. We are also pleased to once again partner with our friends at J&L Catering to offer seasonal buffet and wine pairings at each concert. 

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The 10th Anniversary Season of Beyond the Aria is brought to you by:

Harris Theater Presents Sponsor
Irving Harris Foundation, Joan W. Harris

Series Presenting Sponsor
Alexandra C. and John D. Nichols Family Foundation and Alexandra C. Nichols

Series Lead Sponsor
Patricia A. Kenney and Gregory J. O'Leary

Performance Sponsors
Robert J. Gauch, Jr.
Ted Grady and Ross Slotten
J&L Catering 
Phil Lumpkin and Bill Tedford
Abby McCormick O'Neil and D. Carroll Joynes
Helen Hall Melchior
Frank Modruson and Lynne Shigley 
     In support of Craig Terry and the Ryan Opera Center
Kenneth R. Norgan

Patron Sponsor
Louise Lane