2026/27 MEMBERSHIPS
Memberships for the 2026–27 season are now available! Below, you will find information on each type of Membership that is available, and you can purchase your membership securely online. If you prefer to purchase your Membership by phone, please contact Scott Gryder, Director of Operations and Audience Services at 312.704.8414 who will be glad to assist you.
OUR HOME - THE STUDEBAKER THEATER
All COT performances this season will take place at the recently renovated Studebaker Theater. All opera tickets are reserved seating, with five different seating areas available. Concerts are general admission, but Members will have access to a Priority Seating Section until 10 minutes before each concert begins. When purchasing your Membership, please select the price point that corresponds to your preferred seating area for the operas. For the Backstage Membership, available to those age 45 and under, seating is assigned on a best-available basis.
If you have any questions about seating at the Studebaker Theater, or if you require accessible seating, please contact Scott Gryder at 312.704.8414.
Our Most Popular Membership
The full season, simplified.
✔ 5 events included (2 operas and 3 concerts)
✔ 20% savings
✔ Free exchanges
✔ 20% off additional tickets for your guests
✔ Discount Parking
✔ Special Member Events
From $215 - What you see is what you pay—pricing includes all handling fees with no surprise charges at checkout.
New this season—pay for your Membership in four easy installments, making it simpler to join and enjoy all the benefits. Installment plans are not available online; please call our Membership Concierge at (312) 704-8414 to enroll.
Opera tickets are reserved seating. Concert tickets are general admission, with a special VIP seating area for Members. View the Studebaker Theater seating map above to explore Opera Seating options.
Build your season, your way.
✔ 3 flexible tickets you may use for opera or concert performances
✔ 15% savings
✔ Free exchanges
✔ 15% off additional tickets for your guests
✔ Discount Parking
✔ Special Member Events
From $142.50 - What you see is what you pay—pricing includes all handling fees with no surprise charges at checkout.
New this season—pay for your Membership in four easy installments, making it simpler to join and enjoy all the benefits. Installment plans are not available online; please call our Membership Concierge at (312) 704-8414 to enroll.
Opera tickets are reserved seating. Concert tickets are general admission, with a special VIP seating area for Members. View the Studebaker Theater seating map above to explore Opera Seating options.
Build your season, your way.
✔ 4 flexible tickets you may use for opera or concert performances
✔ 15% savings
✔ Free exchanges
✔ 15% off additional tickets for your guests
✔ Discount Parking
✔ Special Member Events
From $185 - What you see is what you pay—pricing includes all handling fees with no surprise charges at checkout.
New this season—pay for your Membership in four easy installments, making it simpler to join and enjoy all the benefits. Installment plans are not available online; please call our Membership Concierge at (312) 704-8414 to enroll.
Opera tickets are reserved seating. Concert tickets are general admission, with a special VIP seating area for Members. View the Studebaker Theater seating map above to explore Opera Seating options.
Our Deepest Dive into the Season
✔ 5 events included (2 operas and 3 concerts)
✔ See each opera a second time
✔ 30% savings
✔ Free exchanges
✔ 30% off additional tickets for your guests
✔ Discount Parking
✔ Special Member Events
From $260 - What you see is what you pay—pricing includes all handling fees with no surprise charges at checkout.
New this season—pay for your Membership in four easy installments, making it simpler to join and enjoy all the benefits. Installment plans are not available online; please call our Membership Concierge at (312) 704-8414 to enroll.
Opera tickets are reserved seating. Concert tickets are general admission, with a special VIP seating area for Members. View the Studebaker Theater seating map above to explore Opera Seating options.
