Event

The Center for Contemporary Opera presents "Jane Eyre" by Louis Karchin

Selected from over one hundred submission, CCO is proud to present a workshop production of the opera, "Jane Eyre" by Louis Karchin.

Louis Karchin, American composer, conductor and educator, has composed over 60 works including unaccompanied and chamber music, symphonic works, and opera. His music has been recognized by awards from the American Academy of Arts and Letters, National Endowment for the Arts, and the John Simon Guggenheim Foundation, as well as commissions from the Serge Koussevitzky, Fromm, and Barlow Foundations. Karchin is currently a professor of Music at NYU.

Our outstanding cast and creative team includes:

Jane Eyre Marcy Richardson
Rochester Scott Joiner
Blanche Karen Joilcouer
Bessie Jami Leonard
Mrs. Faitfax, Mrs. Ingram Sharon Harms
Mr.Mason, Mr.Ingram Mark Wilson

Stage Director Sarah Mayers
Music Director Michael Fennelly
Stage Manager Jami Leonard

Preceding the atelier, there will be a short panel discussion with the composer and other distinguished individuals to discuss the work. Following, you are invited to a complimentary reception in order to meet the cast and creative team and offer your feedback as part of our development process.

We are very appreciative to the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation for their support of the CCO Development Series.

We look forward to seeing you there!