Mr. Ryan is the founder and executive chairman of Aon Corporation, an insurance and human resources consulting company.
Founded in 1974 (under its previous name), the Ryan Opera Center is currently directed by former coloratura soprano Gianna Rolandi. Among the program's alumni are Elizabeth Futral, Harolyn Blackwell, Nicole Cabell, Guang Yang, Nancy Maultsby, Robynne Redmon, Matthew Polenzani, Gregory Kunde, David Cangelosi, Mark S. Doss and Donald Kaasch.
Lileana Blain-Cruz directs the new production, opening April 23.
The Cuban-born composer is this season's Debs Composer's Chair.
The cast is led by Bryonha Marie and Nathan Gunn, with Tony winner Ted Sperling at the baton.
The season, opening September 21, will include 58 ballets across 21 weeks of performances.
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