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Dead Man Walking
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A Journey of FaithOne of the most frequently performed contemporary operas in recent years, Dead Man Walking is the story of a profound spiritual journey taken by a nun and a convicted killer about to face the ultimate sentence. Based on the book by Sister Helen Prejean, the opera delves into the conflict between the act of murder, society’s demand for retribution and redemption, and forgiveness. Dead Man Walking is an unforgettable musical and theatrical tour de force.Steven Osgood, Conductor | Kristine McIntyre, Director Estimated run time of 2 hours and 43 minutes including one 20 minute intermission. Sung in English with English subtitles. Please note: Dead Man Walking will contain brief nudity, graphic violence and explicit language. Production InformationSeason and Production Sponsored by:        |
Item details
Date
March 10, 2017 7:30PM
Location
Muriel Kauffman Theatre
Name
Dead Man Walking
Description
Music by Jake Heggie, Libretto by Terrence McNally
Based on the novel by Sister Helen Prejean
This opera was commissioned by the San Francisco Opera
A Journey of Faith
One of the most frequently performed contemporary operas in recent years, Dead Man Walking is the story of a profound spiritual journey taken by a nun and a convicted killer about to face the ultimate sentence. Based on the book by Sister Helen Prejean, the opera delves into the conflict between the act of murder, society’s demand for retribution and redemption, and forgiveness. Dead Man Walking is an unforgettable musical and theatrical tour de force.Steven Osgood, Conductor | Kristine McIntyre, Director
Estimated run time of 2 hours and 43 minutes including one 20 minute intermission. Sung in English with English subtitles. Please note: Dead Man Walking will contain brief nudity, graphic violence and explicit language.
Production Information
Season and Production Sponsored by:
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