Jessye Norman: "Stand Up Straight and Sing!"

Opera legend Jessye Norman comes to Chicago to share her extraordinary journey from a childhood in segregated Augusta, Georgia, to star of the world's grandest stages. Her memoir "Stand Up Straight and Sing!" deepens our appreciation for her stunning musical gifts. Get up close and personal with one of history's greatest singers.

Opera dramaturg Colin Ure joins Ms. Norman in conversation.

This program is presented in partnership with Lyric Unlimited—an initiative of Lyric Opera of Chicago—and the School of the Art Institute.

This program was recorded on May 19, 2014 as part of the Chicago Humanities Festival's Spring 2014 season: http://chf.to/CHF2014Spring