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October 6 - 20, 2018
Joseph O. Rubinelli, Jr., Mary Jane Rubinelli, Nicholas
J. Lavezzorio, and Joan Lavezzorio Schniedwind
MAZZA FOUNDATION
Lyric deeply appreciates the abiding
friendship and generosity of the Mazza
Foundation. Under the guidance of its
directors, Mary Jane Rubinelli, Nicholas
J. Lavezzorio, Joseph O. Rubinelli, Jr.,
and Joan Lavezzorio Schniedwind, the
Mazza Foundation provided major
support for the Student Matinees for
many years, helping Lyric introduce
the majesty and grandeur of opera to
thousands of young people each season. Since 2005, the Mazza Foundation has been
part of the production sponsorship family, most recently cosponsoring last season’s
new production of
Die Walküre
and this season’s production of
Elektra
.
Fred and Nancy McDougal
LAUTER McDOUGAL CHARITABLE FUND
Nancy and her late husband Alfred have provided
longstanding, vital support to the Annual Campaign
as well as The Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Opera
Center, including Rising Stars in Concert. Last season,
Nancy generously gave additional support as a cosponsor
of the Ryan Opera Center fundraising event Ladies’
Choice, Piotr Beczała in Recital, Lyric Unlimited’s
Chicago premiere of
Fellow Travelers
and the new
Chicago Urban League arts immersion partnership
EmpowerYouth!
THE ANDREW W. MELLON FOUNDATION
Lyric is deeply grateful forThe AndrewW.Mellon Foundation’s long and tremendous
history of support. Through a multi-year commitment to Lyric’s American Horizons
initiative in 2000, the Mellon Foundation encouraged presentation of American
operas and expansion of the operatic repertory by providing major support for
Lyric premieres. During the 2012/13 season, the Mellon Foundation provided
leadership funding to launch Lyric’s visionary new Lyric Unlimited programming,
which included the Chicago premiere of
Cruzar la Cara de la Luna
, the world’s
first Mariachi opera. The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation continued its generous
partnership with Lyric Unlimited by providing outstanding support for Lyric’s world
premiere mariachi opera
El Pasado Nunca Se Termina
, and continued its unparalleled
legacy by cosponsoring Lyric’s world premiere of mainstage production
Bel Canto
.
Most recently, the Mellon Foundation has provided generous leadership funding
for Lyric’s
Chicago Voices
initiative, specifically focused on
the Community Created Performances component, which
plays a vital role in bringing together Chicago’s diverse
communities and vocal traditions in celebration of the
human voice.
THE MONUMENT TRUST (UK)
Lyric is grateful for the generosity of The Monument Trust and its Chairman of
trustees Stewart Grimshaw, who initiated their support for the cosponsorship of
Rusalka
(2013/14) and cosponsored
Anna Bolena
(2014/15),
Wozzeck
(2015/16),
The Magic Flute
(2016/17), and
Orphée et Eurydice
(2017/18). The Monument Trust
is a passionate supporter of the arts in the
U.K. and U.S. and cosponsors Lyric’s new
coproduction of
Ariodante
this season.
MR. and MRS. ROBERT S. MORRISON
Susan and Bob Morrison are devoted members of
the Lyric Opera family. Both are loyal subscribers
and patrons who take an active role in nurturing
Lyric’s success. Susan Morrison is a leading member
of the Women’s Board. Lyric is fortunate to have Bob
Morrison serve as a member of its Board of Directors.
The Morrisons have generously supported the Opera
Ball and Wine Auction as well as the Annual Campaign
for many years. They provided a substantial gift to the
Breaking New Ground Campaign and were cosponsors of Lyric's production of
Turandot
last season. Proud supporters of Lyric’s Musical Theatre Initiative, Susan
and Bob have cosponsored many of Lyric's musicals including this season's
West
Side Story.
“Lyric reaches patrons at every level. People are here because they love it.
They’re welcomed, embraced, and made to feel part of a family.”
Elizabeth Morse Genius
THE ELIZABETH MORSE CHARITABLE TRUST
Lyric sincerely appreciates the tremendous ongoing support of
The Elizabeth Morse Charitable Trust, as well as the invaluable
leadership of the Trust’s Co-Trustees JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.
and James L. Alexander. One of two trusts established in memory
of Elizabeth Morse Genius, daughter of 19th-century industrialist
Charles Hosmer Morse, The Elizabeth Morse Charitable Trust
supports non-profit organizations that reflect the values of thrift,
humility, industry, self-sufficiency, and self-sacrifice, such as Lyric. The Elizabeth
Morse Charitable Trust, along with its sister trust, the Elizabeth Morse Genius
Charitable Trust, has cosponsored many mainstage productions. To show its grateful
appreciation for The Trust’s generous gift to the Breaking New Ground Campaign,
as well as to recognize The Trust’s commitment for more than fifteen years to
helping build the company’s core capacities and institutional infrastructure, Lyric
named one of its key
meeting rooms in
its executive offices
the Elizabeth Morse
Conference Room.
ALLAN and ELAINE MUCHIN
Allan and Elaine Muchin are longtime, valued members
of the Lyric Opera family. Allan served as President
and CEO of the company from 2001 to 2006, and
is currently Co-Chairman Emeritus of the Board of
Directors and serves on the Executive Committee.
The Muchins have staunchly supported the Annual
Campaign, Operathon, and the Stars of Lyric Opera
at Millennium Park concert, and have committed leadership gifts to the Building
on Greatness Capital Campaign, the Campaign for Excellence, and the Breaking
New Ground Campaign. Lyric is extremely grateful for Allan and Elaine Muchin’s
munificent friendship.
NATIONAL ENDOWMENT for the ARTS
Our support from the National Endowment for the Arts: Grants awarded by
the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) have played a leading role in the
advancement of Lyric’s programming and expansion of the operatic repertoire,
serving the public good by fostering creativity and artistic excellence in America.
Through production and program funding as well as a major challenge grant,
awards from the NEA have nurtured Lyric’s world-class artistic achievements. The
Endowment has funded important artistic initiatives at Lyric such as American
Horizons, Great American Voices, and Toward the 21st Century. The NEA
has provided vital support for numerous
Lyric Opera premieres, new productions,
and revivals, most recently last season’s
I Puritani
, and this season’s
Siegfried
.
THE NEGAUNEE FOUNDATION
The founder of The Negaunee Foundation has great affection for music, the
performing arts, and Mozart. These interests, combined with a strong admiration
of Lyric Opera, have been instrumental in bringing operas to Lyric’s mainstage.
The Negaunee Foundation has cosponsored many productions, most recently last
season’s productions of
Così fan tutte
and
Jesus Christ Superstar
. This season the
foundation is the lead sponsor of both
Idomeneo
and
West Side Story
. The Negaunee
Foundation has also made a generous gift to the Breaking New Ground Campaign.
Lyric is very fortunate to be among the Chicago cultural institutions benefiting from
The Negaunee Foundation’s leadership and financial commitment. Lyric is honored
to have The Negaunee Foundation’s president serve as a member of its Board of
Directors and Audit Committee.