Awaken New Perspectives on a Classic Tale

Philadelphia Ethical Society
1906 South Rittenhouse Square
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Join us for an illuminating panel conversation inspired by Opera Philadelphia’s upcoming production of Sleepers Awake. Composer Gregory Spears, director Jenny Koons, dramaturg Ron Sadan, and musicologist and dance historian Maureen Gupta come together to explore how the timeless tale of "Sleeping Beauty" has been imagined, reimagined, and reshaped across cultures and artistic mediums.

Whether you’re a lover of myth, music, or modern stagecraft, this auxiliary program offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at the creative forces shaping Sleepers Awake—and the universal story that continues to inspire it.

Tickets are free or Pick Your Price.