The Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Opera Center: CONDUCTOR 2026-27 ENSEMBLE

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Personal Information

Professional First Name*

Professional Last Name*

Legal Name*

Instruments studied*

Have you auditioned for the Ryan Opera Center before?*

Yes

If yes, in which year(s)?*

How did you hear about the Ryan Opera Center? (check all that apply)*

Teacher / coach

YAP Tracker

Facebook

LyricOpera.org

Attended a Ryan Opera Center / Lyric Opera of Chicago performance

Magazine or blog

Word of mouth

Work Authorization Status

Are you a U.S. Citizen?*

Yes

If no, are you authorized to work in the U.S.?*

Yes

Contact Information through May 2026

Current Address*

City*

State*

Zip*

Country*

Telephone Number*

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Additional Telephone Number (optional)

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E-mail address*

Education and Training

Education*

School

Major

Degree

Year

School

Major

Degree

Year

School

Major

Degree

Year

How long have you been out of school?*

Currently attending school

1 year

1-2 years

2+ years

Resume

Please include a resume*

Detail any conducting education, training, and experience. Please list teachers or mentors with whom you’ve worked, as applicable.

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References

Please list two (2) names and contact information. *

Number of selections required: 2.

Selection 1

Reference Name

Opera

Selection 2

Reference Name

Opera

Statement of Interest

Statement of Interest*

A written statement (500 words or less) detailing career aspirations and why you're applying to the Conductor position at Lyric Opera of Chicago's Ryan Opera Center. Number of documents required: 1.

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Video Files

Conducting Samples*

Please include two videos of you conducting opera or other vocal performances of contrasting repertoire. Number of selections required: 2.

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Please review your application information before clicking "submit."*

Number of selections required: 1.

Yes, I have reviewed my application, and all information is complete and accurate.

No Fee/In-Person Audition: All applications are free. Select applicants will be invited to an in-person audition in Chicago on February 20, 2026 via e-mail through YAP Tracker. Applicants unable to appear for their scheduled audition may be eliminated from consideration. The Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Opera Center is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, parental status, socio-economic status, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We strongly encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.

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