Join us for our 2024/25 Opera in the Neighborhoods public performances of Frida Kahlo and the Bravest Girl in the World, a story about facing your fears, learning new things, and the power of friendship. Based on the acclaimed book by author and illustrator Laurence Anholt, the story follows the real-life friendship of Mariana, a young girl living in the heart of Mexico City, and Frida Kahlo, the famed artist. When Mariana plucks up her courage to meet Frida, a friendship blossoms between them. You’ll meet Frida’s husband, artist Diego Rivera, as well as a singing parrot, dog, and monkey. Young people will delight in the opportunity to participate in this charming musical journey

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Frida Kahlo and the Bravest Girl in the World

Kennedy-King College

Opera in the Neighborhoods returns for both school and public performances in the 2025/26 Season with Katie: The Strongest of the Strong. This powerful opera for young audiences is inspired by the true story of Katie Sandwina, a circus strongwoman who – beyond earning the title “the strongest woman in the world," and being a wife and mother – also helped to lead the women’s suffrage movement in the early 1900s. With an all-female cast, Katie: The Strongest of the Strong is a wonderful way to introduce young people to opera and the important history of women’s rights.

Hillary Watkins

Events

Upcoming events

2 - 3 May, 2026

Katie: The Strongest of the Strong · Lyric Opera of Chicago

Past events

Oct 12 - Nov 2, 2024

Frida Kahlo and the Bravest Girl in the World · Lyric Opera of Chicago

Future and recently performed repertoire

Bebe Barbelle in Katie: The Strongest of the Strong by Chiao

Lyric Opera of Chicago

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