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museum of modern art / sable elyse smith
an new opera
by interdisciplinary artist and writer Sable Elyse Smith, in collaboration with composer David Dominique and vocalist Freddie June. Serving as the first part of a larger, ongoing project, the performance intertwines an unfolding love story between two Black women with the protagonist's journey of self-discovery.
credits
Concept and libretto: Sable Elyse Smith
Composer: David Dominique
Vocal arrangement: Danielle Bowler, Freddie June (Shala Miller), S T A R R Busby
Lighting design: Kelley Shih
Dramaturgy: Ica Sadagat
Stage managers: Stacy-Jo Marine, Philip Trevino
Digital Image © 2024 The Museum of Modern Art, New York. Photo by : Jonathan Dorado
credits
Main: Freddie June (Shala Miller)
Lover: S T A R R Busby
Harp: Caroline Bryan
Guitar: Ryan Ferreira
Violin: Josh Henderson
Viola: Jay Julio
Contrabass: Cameron Ralston
Cello: Wayne Smith
Keyboard: Curt Sydnor
Electronics: Zachary James Ritter
Conducting: David Dominique
