A New Opera: The Curse on Dyved
World premiere of chamber opera, 'The Curse on Dyved', by award-winning Welsh-American composer Christopher Wicks. The opera combines mysterious and fanciful Welsh folklore from the ancient epic, the Mabinogian, with sumptuous neo-classic music for a timeless tale about the triumph of love over mischief and malevolence in the land of Dyved. Sung in English, and integrating dance throughout, this creatively exciting, fully-staged performance is suitable for all ages. Rising South Australian opera singers Michele de Courcy (Queen Rhiannon), Katelyn Crawford (Kicva), Jamie Moffatt (Manawydan), and Jordan Newsham (Pryderi/Llwyd) will be supported by ensemble dancers from the Newry School. Conducted and directed by Jamie Lynn Webster, with Christopher Bond (stage direction), Emilie Court (choreography).
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Presented by: Jamie Webster
Internationally recognised musicologist, ethnomusicologist, and conductor Jamie Lynn Webster, PhD shares important stories from around the world through music and dance. She serves as director of musical and cultural activities for the Welsh Society of Oregon. International award-winning composer Christopher Wicks is Composer in Residence for the Welsh Society of Oregon.
Director's talk offered on Sunday, March 10, on half hour prior to the matinee performance (1:30-2:00pm). Synopsis of opera provided in program.
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