Beowulf

a chamber opera in two acts

libretto by Han Lash

ensemble de chambre

Edition: Matériel d'exécution

Demande de location

Détails du produit

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

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Programmation des personnes

Beowulf · baritone - Mother · soprano - Nurse · tenor

Plus d'infos

Titre:

Beowulf

a chamber opera in two acts

libretto by Han Lash

Langue:

Anglais

Edition:

Matériel d'exécution

Maison d'édition:

Schott Music

Year of composition:

2015

Durée:

70 ′

Première:

20 mai 2016 · Boston, MA (USA)
Zack Box Theater at Boston Conservatory
Lighting design: Daniel Chapman · Guerilla Opera
Inszenierung: Andrew Eggert · Kostüme: Neil Fortin · Bühnenbild: Julia Noulin-Merat

Travaux commandés :

Commissioned by Guerilla Opera