Lyric subscriptions

In a world that moves quickly, it's easy to let meaningful experiences slip by. That's why the arts matter more than ever.

We invite you to pause, step inside, and feel. Let music, storytelling, and extraordinary artistry come together to awaken something deeper when you experience the season with a package that is perfect for you. We offer a range of options to suit your schedule and budget. Choose a carefully curated fixed package, or create your own!

Subscribe to a fixed package

Choose your own package

All-inclusive pricing

Our pricing is inclusive of all purchase fees, including costs related to the upkeep of our historic building and our call center, so there are no surprises at check-out! (Service fees may apply to opt-in services.)

Fixed-date series

Our fixed-date packages offer the greatest savings! Choose from pre-selected series featuring a curated selection of shows and attend on the same day of the week or a range of days for all of your performances.

These fixed-date series offer:

  • Our very best discounts

  • Fee-free exchanges completed up to five days before your performance date

  • The option to trade one opera in your series for an opera that is not (service fees apply)

  • Priority seating — our fixed-date subscribers have access to the best seats in the house — and priority renewal

Worried about date conflicts?

No problem, subscribers have free exchanges as long as they are completed five days before your performance date. Subscribers to fixed series that do not include all subscription shows may also trade one show that is in your series for one that is not through TRADEONE™. Service fees apply.

Choose your fixed package

Fixed-date series

Our fixed-date packages offer the greatest savings! Choose from pre-selected series featuring a curated selection of shows and attend on the same day of the week or a range of days for all of your performances.

These fixed-date series offer:

  • Our very best discounts

  • Fee-free exchanges completed up to five days before your performance date

  • The option to trade one opera in your series for an opera that is not (service fees apply)

  • Priority seating — our fixed-date subscribers have access to the best seats in the house — and priority renewal

Worried about date conflicts?

No problem, subscribers have free exchanges as long as they are completed five days before your performance date. Subscribers to fixed series that do not include all subscription shows may also trade one show that is in your series for one that is not through TRADEONE™. Service fees apply.

Choose your fixed package

Create Your Own Series (CYO)

Choose any title, date, and seat in the house and put together your own dream package of four or more performances while saving up to 25% off individual show prices.

Putting together a custom CYO package is easy:

  • Choose 4 or more shows and dates

  • Choose the seating area you’d like for each performance. Mix and match as you wish.

  • Attend and enjoy!

Create your own series

Explore the 2026|27 Season

Explore the 2026|27 Season

Experience the extraordinary power of opera on the city’s grandest stage. From beloved masterpieces by Mozart and Verdi to groundbreaking contemporary works and thrilling concert events, this season brings world-class artists, unforgettable stories, and music that spans centuries to the legendary Lyric Opera House.

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First in line

All subscribers get priority renewal, the best seats before tickets go on sale to the general public, and early access to special events.

Special prices

Subscribers save 10% on any additional opera and selected special events and receive periodic special offers throughout the season.

No exchange fees

Exchanges are free for subscribers up to five days before a performance. Service fees apply to upgrades in seating section or date. Value Series subscribers may only exchange within the first three dates (excluding Sundays) of any 2026/27 opera production, otherwise upgrade fees will apply.

TRADEONE™

Subscribers to fixed 4-, 5-, 6-, 7-operas series may trade one opera in their lineup for one that is not. Service fees apply.

Easy payment plans

Just 25% down secures your series with no additional processing or handling fees. Call us for a custom payment plan that works for you!

Discounted parking

When purchasing in advance, subscribers can park starting at $15 at the Poetry Garage and $14 at Washington Madison Wells Self Park.

Free pre-opera talks

All ticket holders are welcome to arrive one hour before curtain time and enjoy an engaging overview of each opera’s music, characters, composer, and more.

Lyric Opera pre-opera talks are supported by Raynette and Ned Boshell.

Lyric’s 2026/27 Season is presented by the Robert and Penelope Steiner Family Foundation.

Lyric Opera of Chicago thanks its Official Airline, United Airlines, and acknowledges support from the Illinois Arts Council.

Header image: Kyle Flubacker

Audience images: Todd Rosenberg, Kyle Flubacker, Jaclyn Simpson, Dan Rest