Chicago Classical Review (06/02/26) Johnson, Lawrence A.

Anwar Nasir has agreed to serve as the next president and CEO of The Grant Park Music Festival in Chicago. Nasir will join the lakeside event this summer from the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra, where he has been executive director since 2021. The Philadelphia native succeeds Paul Winberg, who retired back in April. The festival's CFO, Hannah Lehman, has been serving as interim president and chief executive while a permanent successor was being sought. Prior to his current position in Louisiana, Nasir was chief revenue and advancement officer with the Omaha Symphony. He also served in management positions with the Los Angeles Philharmonic, Hollywood Bowl and the Atlanta Ballet. Additionally, Nasir’s background includes leadership roles with the International Ticketing Association (INTIX), Tessitura Network and Syracuse University. The Grant Park Music Festival opens June 10 and will run through August 15.

Read the full story from Chicago Classical Review.