Opera Resonates: Albert Herring

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Corinne Hayes, Interim Director, Maryland Opera Studio
Christina Walter, Associate Professor, English
Stephanie Sadownik, Stage Director, Albert Herring

Join a panel discussion that explores complex themes of British nationalism, gender politics and cultural identity in Benjamin Britten’s Albert Herring. This conversation puts the opera’s original Victorian setting into conversation with the post-World War II era in which it was created.

Music and Community In Response to War

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Join us for a free concert in response to the ongoing violence in the Middle East and around the world that aims to provide space for reflection, mourning and a way to support each other in community.  

As we acknowledge how the devastation of war is affecting countless communities, we welcome all members of the UMD community and beyond to experience the power of music as a reminder of our interconnectedness. 

With performances from School of Music students and faculty, including members of the

Queens of Sheba • Jessica L. Hagan

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Presented by Nouveau Riche and Soho Theatre
By Jessica L. Hagan and Ryan Calais Cameron
Directed by Jessica Kaliisa
Cast: Paisley Billings, Déja J Bowens, Jadesola Odunjo, Muki Zubis
Producer for Nouveau Riche: Sarah Verghese
Producers for Soho Theatre: David Luff and Maddie Wilson
Communications & Marketing: Yasmin Mehboob-Khan
Stage Manager: Marie Angelique St Hill
Vocal Coach: Theo Llewellyn
Movement Director: Yami Löfvenberg
Voice & Movement Coach: Greta Mendez

Jazz Jam with The Hall CP

Welcome the warm weather with this new monthly jazz jam session led by D.C.-based saxophonist Elijah Balbed! The house band will play a set starting at 7:30PM. Bring your instrument! After enjoying their set, you’ll have a chance to call a tune! Participation in our jazz jams is free–no tickets required and all levels welcome.

This event is supported in part by the Maryland State Arts Council and The Morris & Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation.

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