The Listeners Roundtables
Philadelphia Ethical Society
1906 South Rittenhouse Square
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Put The Listeners in context with two roundtable conversations at the Philadelphia Ethical Society. Tickets are free and pick-your-price.
Saturday, September 7, 2024 | 2:00—3:00 pm | Inside the Music: A Deep Dive into The Listeners
Opera Philadelphia's Scholar-in-Residence, Dr. Lily Kass, leads an engaging discussion exploring the intricate layers of Missy Mazzoli and Royce Vavrek’s new opera, The Listeners. This lecture will delve into the opera’s captivating themes, characters, and music.
Saturday, September 14, 2024 | 6:00—7:00 pm | Creative Team & Artists
Be a part of this thought-provoking conversation that explores the essence of belief, the quest for connection, and the fine line between harmony and discord. This panel discussion with the creative team and artists will provide the audience with an inside look into the work. With themes such as the allure of cults, the psychology of belief, and the power of charismatic leaders in a fractured society.
Panel: Missy Mazzoli, Nicole Heaston, Royce Vavrek, Lileana Blain-Cruz, and Lily Kass
Philadelphia Ethical Society
| Sat, Sep 7 | 2:00 p.m. |
| Sat, Sep 14 | 6:00 p.m. |
Approximately one hour
Part of Reflection & Re-Vision