Lyric Opera

Extraordinary productions of major operas, in the impressive Civic Opera House, overlooking the river; local legend has it that the back-story behind business magnate Samuel Insull's decision to build it was the inspiration for the opera scenes in Citizen Kane. Although highly acclaimed today, there was a minor controversy among purists when they began to project English titles above the stage for non-English operas.

• outdoors

Address

20 N Wacker Dr

Getting there

Washington/Wells CTA

Price

From $31 for weekdays and $42 for weekends

Phone

+1-312-332-2244

Website

lyricopera.org (opens in a new tab)