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. Following the conversation with opera dramaturg Colin Ure, Ms. Norman will sign copies of Stand Up Straight and Sing! The Chicago Humanities Festival is proud to partner with Unabridged Bookstore to offer hardcover copies of Stand Up Straight and Sing! for pre-order. This program is presented in partnership with Lyric Opera of Chicago and the School of the Art Institute.