An Evening with Audra McDonald

Experience the inimitable talent of Audra McDonald in concert with the Lyric Opera Orchestra conducted by Andy Einhorn in a spellbinding evening of songs, from theater classics to new works and seldom-heard gems. Winner of six Tony Awards, two Grammy Awards and an Emmy Award, Audra McDonald possesses a “lustrous lyric soprano” (The New York Times) and an incomparable gift for dramatic truth-telling. This one-night only performance is not to be missed.

Language: English
Running Time: 2 hours and 5 minutes, including 1 intermission
Location: Lyric Opera House

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A conversation with the incomparable Audra McDonald, who will perform at Lyric on October 6th.

Queen of song

A six-time Tony Award-winner for her roles on Broadway, Audra McDonald is equally celebrated for orchestral concerts, which she has performed to huge international acclaim. Ahead of her eagerly awaited first appearance at the Lyric Opera House, McDonald spoke with Lyric’s former dramaturg about her voice, her artistry, and how she prepares her concert programs.

Get to know Audra McDonald

Winner of six Tony Awards, two Grammy Awards and an Emmy Award, Audra McDonald is in a class all her own. Get to know this star of stage and screen in this blog and see her live on October 6 with the Lyric Opera Orchestra.