An afternoon of music from the new hip hop opera featuring live music, band, and dance. It is sure to be an afternoon to remember. Columbia College Chicago, Conaway Center 1104 S. Wabash Ave. Chicago, IL. Suggested Donation: $7

HOPERAWORLD will open its rehearsals to a group of invited guests to observe the artistic progress of CHRONICLES OF A FALLEN HERO. It’s a great chance to get a sneak peek into the difficult but rewarding work it takes to mount a production of this magnitude. There will also be an opportunity to not only preview a few selected scenes but also offer feedback to the artistic directors and performers. To find out how you could get an exclusive invitation, email us info@hoperaworld.com or visit our Contact page.

HOPERAWORLD will host an exclusive promotional event featuring mini-performances of selected songs, talkbacks with the artistic team, and more! Join us and our Chicago celebrity host for food, drinks, and the opportunity to learn about the exciting production hitting the Chicago arts community in the fall of 2008. To find out how you could become involved, email us at info@hoperaworld.com or visit our Contact page.