Once again the Seattle Public Library is hosting a preview of an upcoming opera at the Seattle Opera.
This time from 6:30-7:30pm you can preview "the world-premiere production of Seattle Opera's newly-commissioned opera, 'Amelia'" as the SPL website says.
There will be a preview lecture presented by Theodore Deacon for the Seattle Opera Guild.
The description about the opera says:
A first time mother-to-be, whose psyche has been scarred by the loss of her pilot-father in Vietnam, must break free from anxiety to embrace healing and renewal for the sake of her husband and child in this original story unfolding over a 30-year period beginning in 1966. "Amelia" interweaves one woman's emotional journey, the American experience in Vietnam, and elements of the Daedalus and Icarus myth to explore man's fascination with flight and the dilemmas that arise when vehicles of flight are used for exploration, adventure, and war.
"Amelia" is a new American opera created by Daron Hagen, Gardner McFall, and Stephen Wadsworth. The performance includes a libretto written by American poet Gardner McFall ("The Pilot's Daughter"), whose father was a Navy pilot lost during Vietnam.
The event is being held at the NE Branch of the Library.
Everyone is welcome and registration is not required.
The opera begins May 8 at the Opera House and tickets can be purchased here.
(picture courtsey of SPL)
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