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Join Chicago City Opera, Valkyrie Ensemble, and Great Lakes Operetta once again to crown Chicago's Next Top Diva! We want you to pull out all the stops and impress the judges for a classical mother-off.

Round 1: Eight singers will present their fiercest song, the judges pick the top three and the fourth spot will be chosen by audience vote.
Round 2: Four singers remain and present their second selection, judges deliberate.
Round 3: Two final singers, the head to head battle for the crown and the cash!

Show Details
Date: December 6, 2026
Time: 5:00p call, 5:30 house open, 6:00 start time
Location: Mrs. Murphy and Son's Irish Bistro

Compensation: Winner will receive 75% of the profits, runner-up will receive 25% of the profits

Repertoire: Arias, art song, oratorio, etc.

A pianist will be provided
Two alternates will be chosen to be available for potential day-of outages
Please bring your biggest, boldest, and most dazzling ideas to this competition
Costumes, props, and any other Diva Accessories are welcome, but please no glitter