City Lyric Opera

EIN: 81-4811804 · Brooklyn, NY

Artist Centric Programming

Community Engagement

Accessibility In Opera

Our Story

Founded in the fall of 2016 by Megan Gillis and Kathleen Spencer, City Lyric Opera has emerged as a champion for artistic excellence and creativity in the heart of New York City's cultural landscape. Over the course of eight seasons, City Lyric Opera has proudly curated twelve fully staged productions, providing paid performance opportunities to hundreds of local artists. Distinguished as one of the nation's few female-led opera companies, City Lyric Opera boasts a 100% female self-identifying leadership team.

Our Impact

City Lyric Opera has continuously pushed the boundaries of traditional opera, redefining its essence and accessibility. In the 23-24 Season, City Lyric Opera embarked on a groundbreaking transition to an artist-submission-based model for repertoire selection, amplifying CLO’s impact within the community and serving as a catalyst for the empowerment and elevation of local talent.

Why Donate?

It is absolutely not possible to do the work we do without your support. Your contributions help make opera affordable and relevant for the NYC community.

Get Involved

Join the movement to transform opera in New York City. Your donation, whether in cryptocurrency or cash, empowers local artists and enriches the cultural landscape. Support City Lyric Opera today!

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