The Opera Festival of Chicago returns with its sixth season of unforgettable events. Adriana Lecouvreur is a high-drama verismo masterpiece that blends historical 18th century French theater with a fictional tale of love and lethal jealousy. The story follows a celebrated actress who is ensnared in a tragic love triangle with a noble soldier and a vengeful princess, ultimately meeting a tragic end by inhaling the scent of a poisoned bouquet of violets. This fully staged productions is accompanied by the Opera Festival of Chicago Orchestra.

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Opera Festival of Chicago presents Adriana Lecouvreur

George Van Dusen Theatre at North Shore Center

Based on the life of a real-life stage icon, this verismo jewel follows a legendary actress caught in a deadly web of jealousy and political intrigue. In a season defined by those who live for their art, Adriana’s story serves as the ultimate testament to the power of performance and where a single bouquet of violets can signify a final, tragic curtain call.

Adriana Lecouvreur

North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie

Experience an unforgettable evening of operatic brilliance. This special concert features headlining artists from this season’s Opera Festival of Chicago.

Zhanna Alkhazova

Events

Past events

Jun 28 - Jul 3, 2026

Opera Festival of Chicago presents Adriana Lecouvreur · North Shore Center for the Performing Arts

Jun 28 - Jul 3, 2026

Adriana Lecouvreur · Opera Festival of Chicago

Future and recently performed repertoire

Adriana in Adriana Lecouvreur by Cilea

North Shore Center for the Performing Arts

Adriana Lecouvreur in Adriana Lecouvreur by Cilea

Opera Festival of Chicago

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