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RAHM EMANUEL
MAYOR
OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
CITY OF CHICAGO
September 7, 2018
Dear Friends:
As Mayor, and on behalf of the City of Chicago, I am pleased to extend warmest
greetings to all those gathered for tonight's concert,
Stars ofLyric Opera at Millennium Park,
presented by the City of Chicago and Millennium Park.
Since its establishment in 1954, Lyric Opera of Chicago has been a beacon of operatic
excellence, music, and culture. Lyric Opera is internationally renowned and
has a longstanding commitment to arts, education, and artistic development which
places Lyric at the heart of our communities with its initiatives focused on Chicago-area
children and teenagers. The great success, cemented by steady patronage year after year, is
made evident in the continuation of tonight's popular event at one of Chicago's great
treasures - Millennium Park's Jay Pritzker Pavilion.
This free concert allows the entire family to explore historic elements of the world's
musical canon. I could not be more excited for this event and commend Lyric Opera of
Chicago for providing residents and visitors with unique opportunities to experience some of the
best ofChicago's vibrant culture. I would also like to thank all of the organizers and performers
for making this concert possible through your tireless efforts and great passion for opera.
I hope that those visiting our great city take time to experience some of the special places
in Chicago. Our iconic skyline and incredible lakefront invite you to explore all that Chicago has
to offer. I hope you have a chance to sample our distinguished restaurants, tour our great
universities, and visit our world-class museums during your stay.
Please accept my heartfelt welcome as you celebrate and enjoy Stars of Lyric Opera at
Millennium Park.
Sincerely,
Mayor