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Opera Training Program This year, in addition to the main stage productions, the program will offer weekly staged scenes program with piano.

At Chicago Summer Opera, we offer training in role preparation, vocal technique, dramatic preparation, audition technique, stage movement and diction. The session culminates with two concert/semi-staged performances with orchestra. This combination of training helps developing singers grow immensely in a short period of time. In the past 3 seasons we’ve had the privilege of having several leading

world class voice teachers, coaches, performers, directors and conductors join us as faculty and/or conducted guest master classes. They've include: Emanuele Andrizzi, Lloyd Arriola, Anthony Barrese, Codrut Birsan, Elizabeth Byrne, Nicole Cabell, George Cederquist, John Demain, Julia Faulkner, Rod Gomez, Bruce Hall, Amy Hutchison, Quinn Kelsey, Sunny Joy Langton, Francesco Milioto, Andreas Mitisek, Yasuko Oura, Matthew Ozawa, Susanna Phillips, W. Stephen Smith and Michael Sylvester.

06/17/2026

Get to know the artists of Chicago Summer Opera and meet CSO alum and returning singer Julia Scannell ( .scannellsoprano )! ✨

Swipe to learn more about Julia’s journey as a singer, her time performing with CSO, and the exciting projects she has coming up!

This summer marks Julia’s second season with CSO, and we are thrilled to welcome her back to the stage as the Countess in The Marriage of Figaro this July. Her performance is one you won’t want to miss!

06/15/2026

Get to know the singers of Carmen! 🌹💃

We spoke with YiYang Zhang ( ), one of our two Carmens, about what draws her to this iconic role, why Carmen remains one of opera’s most beloved works, and what audiences can expect from her unique interpretation of the character.

Swipe to discover YiYang's approach to the role, her preparation process, and what excites her most about bringing this iconic character to the stage.

🎭️ Carmen by Georges Bizet
📍 Ganz Hall at Roosevelt University, 425 S Wabash Ave
📆 Friday, August 7, 2026 — 7:30 PM
Sunday, August 9, 2026 — 2:00 PM
🎟️ Tickets available at the link in our bio. Don't miss Carmen this summer!

06/11/2026

Get to know the singers of Carmen! 🌹💃

We spoke with Amanda Ferreira ( Ferreira Faasen ), one of our two Carmens, about her vision for the character, what makes Carmen such an enduring opera, and what audiences can look forward to in her interpretation of this iconic role.

Swipe to learn more about the artistry, preparation, and dedication that go into bringing an operatic character to life—and to get Amanda's personal insights on one of opera's most captivating heroines.

🎭️ Carmen by Georges Bizet
📍 Ganz Hall at Roosevelt University, 425 S Wabash Ave
📆 August 7, 7:30PM & August 9, 2:00PM.
🎟️ Tickets available at the link in our bio. Don't miss Carmen this summer!

05/29/2026

Step inside the world of Cendrillon ✨

We spoke with director Josh Miller about the vision behind this summer’s Cendrillon, what makes Massenet’s retelling of Cinderella so special, and what audiences can look forward to in CSO’s upcoming production!

Swipe to learn more about the creative process behind the fairy tale coming to life this summer at Chicago Summer Opera. 🌙

🎭 Cendrillon by Jules Massenet
📍 Ganz Hall at Roosevelt University, 425 S Wabash Ave
📆 August 6 & 8, 2026, 7:30PM

🎟️ Secure your seats now to experience the magic, fantasy, and whimsy of Cendrillon! Tickets available at the link in our bio. ✨

05/27/2026

Yes, we know “Summer” is in our name 😄
But we’re excited to officially expand into a new session and bring a little opera magic to winter too!

Applications are now open for the 2027 Winter Opera Session for singers, orchestra members, and production team members.

❄️ 2027 Winter Season
Hansel & Gretel by Engelbert Humperdinck

📅 December 28, 2026 – January 17, 2027

Program Highlights:
• Perform a role with orchestra
• Individual lessons & coaching
• Master classes & professional workshops
• Professionally filmed performances & media package

🎭 Auditions
Chicago: July 8 & 16, 2026
Application Deadline: July 1, 2026

🎥 Recording Deadline: July 21, 2026

💰 Tuition: $3,550
Scholarships, financial aid, and work-study opportunities available. Over $240,000 in scholarships was awarded last season.

Apply today through YAP Tracker or visit our website for full program details!

05/23/2026

Meet our wonderful faculty artist, Soula Parassidis ()! ✨

Hailed as “incandescent” by the The Boston Globe and praised for performances “for the ages,” Greek-Canadian soprano Soula Parassidis brings an extraordinary depth of artistry, experience, and mentorship to Chicago Summer Opera this season.

Swipe to learn more about her artistic journey, teaching philosophy, and experiences both on and off the stage.

We are honored to have Soula as part of the CSO faculty and can’t wait for our singers to learn from her this summer.

05/15/2026

Get to know the artists of Chicago Summer Opera and meet returning performer and CSO alum Daisy Dalit Sigal ()! ✨

Swipe to learn more about Daisy’s journey as a singer, her experience performing with CSO, and the lessons and insights she’s gained throughout her career so far. From past seasons to this summer’s exciting return, we’re thrilled to spotlight the artists who make our program so special.

This summer will be Daisy’s second season with CSO, and we are so excited to welcome her back to the stage as Micaela in Carmen this August. Her performance is one you will not want to miss!

Stay tuned for more artist features, behind-the-scenes stories, and a closer look at the incredible performers bringing this summer’s productions to life!

05/09/2026

Tickets for our 2026 season are on sale now 🎟️
Secure your seats at the link in bio and join us for a summer of passion, drama, and unforgettable music.

Don't miss your chance to see:
Handel's Rinaldo - A dazzling Baroque adventure of love, war, and magic.
Britten's Turn of the Screw - A chilling psychological ghost story.
Mozart's Figaro - A witty comedy of love, deception, and class upheaval.
Monteverdi's Poppea - A seductive drama of ambition, power, and desire.
Massenet's Cendrillon - A magical fairy-tale filled with charm and wonder.
Bizet's Carmen - A fiery tragedy of passion and freedom.

03/26/2026

🎟 2026 Season Tickets Are Live!

Lock in your seats for:
• Handel’s Rinaldo
• Britten’s Turn of the Screw
• Mozart’s Figaro
• Monteverdi’s Poppea
• Massenet’s Cendrillon
• Bizet’s Carmen

6 operas
12 performances
One epic summer

📅 July 8 – August 9
🎟 Get your tickets now — link in bio

01/05/2026

🎭 SINGERS — Recording Deadline TOMORROW!
 All roles available - casting starts after the deadline.
Your summer on stage starts here.
Chicago Summer Opera 2026 offers the chance to step into major roles, train intensively, and perform fully staged productions with orchestra in the heart of Chicago.

✨ 2026 Repertoire Highlights: • Carmen (Bizet) • The Marriage of Figaro (Mozart) • Rinaldo (Handel) • Cendrillon (Massenet) • The Turn of the Screw (Britten) • L’incoronazione di Poppea (Monteverdi)

🎤 Singer Recording Deadline: January 6 🎻 Orchestra Recording Deadline: January 15

What you’ll get: • Fully staged productions with orchestra • Individual voice lessons & musical coaching • Acting & movement training • Masterclasses with industry professionals • Career-focused professional workshops • Perform in a vibrant, professional opera environment
If you’re ready to grow, be challenged, and be seen — this is your moment.
👉 Apply now — deadline is tomorrow.

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