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Beowulf

a chamber opera in two acts
libretto by Han Lash
chamber ensemble
Edition: Performance material

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Description

In this adaptation of the well-known epic poem, Beowulf is a doctor caring for his elderly mother while suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder caused by a recent war. He discovers that his mother is being abused by the nursing home staff and removes her, determined to care for her himself, though she begs him to help end her life. This piece explores the psychological stresses placed upon someone whose role it is to save lives and take care of others.

Orchestral Cast

cl(bcl).sax(barsax)-1perc(vib, crot, b.d)-vn

Cast

Beowulf · baritone - Mother · soprano - Nurse · tenor

More Information

Title:
Beowulf
a chamber opera in two acts
libretto by Han Lash
Language:
English
Edition:
Performance material
Publisher/Label:
Schott Music
Year of composition:
2015
Duration:
70 ′
World Premiere:
May 20, 2016 · Boston, MA (USA)
Zack Box Theater at Boston Conservatory
Lighting design: Daniel Chapman · Guerilla Opera
Original staging: Andrew Eggert · Costumes: Neil Fortin · Set desing: Julia Noulin-Merat
Commissioned work :
Commissioned by Guerilla Opera

Technical Details

Product number:
LSHM 50358
Delivery rights:
Worldwide

Performances

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  • Beowulf
    Orchestra: Guerilla Opera
    May 28, 2016 | Boston, MA (United States of America) , Zack Box Theater at Boston Conservatory
  • Beowulf
    Orchestra: Guerilla Opera
    May 27, 2016 | Boston, MA (United States of America) , Zack Box Theater at Boston Conservatory
  • Beowulf
    Orchestra: Guerilla Opera
    May 22, 2016 | Boston, MA (United States of America) , Zack Box Theater at Boston Conservatory
  • Beowulf
    Orchestra: Guerilla Opera
    May 21, 2016 | Boston, MA (United States of America) , Zack Box Theater at Boston Conservatory
  • Beowulf
    Orchestra: Guerilla Opera
    May 20, 2016 | Boston, MA (United States of America) , Zack Box Theater at Boston Conservatory — World Premiere
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