Frida Kahlo and the Bravest Girl in the World
Music by Joe Illick
Libretto by Mark Campbell
Adapted from the book Frida Kahlo and the Bravest Girl in the World by Laurence Anholt
Commissioned by Fort Worth Opera
Licensed by arrangement with the Barbara Hogenson Agency, Inc.

Join us for Lyric Opera of Chicago's 2024/25 Opera in the Neighborhoods student and public performance of Frida Kahlo and the Bravest Girl in the World, a story about facing your fears, learning new things, and the power of friendship.

Based on the acclaimed book by author and illustrator Laurence Anholt, the story follows the real-life friendship of Mariana, a young girl living in the heart of Mexico City, and Frida Kahlo, the famed artist. When Mariana plucks up her courage to meet Frida, a friendship blossoms between them.

You’ll meet Frida’s husband, artist Diego Rivera, as well as a singing parrot, dog, and monkey — and young people will delight in the opportunity to participate in this charming musical journey!

Lyric Opera of Chicago is sponsored by INVESCO QQQ
Opera in the Neighborhoods is sponsored by CIBC
With major support from the Nancy W. Knowles Student and Family Performances Fund