FringeNYC: TRUTH, An American Opera about Sojourner Truth – Location, Tickets, Reviews
History and music meet in TRUTH, An American Opera about Sojourner Truth, a riveting and touching opera rendition of the life and work of Sojourner Truth, an escaped slave who became a prominent abolitionist and feminist. Opera lovers, history lovers, or lovers of both would be pleased.
The progression of the narrative is a little confusing at times, but the music is great, the historical details are quite interesting, and the story is inspiring. The lead, Mari-Yan Pringle, is wonderful. A larger budget, bigger stage, and minor tweaking would bring this small production’s potential to the max.
LOCATION
Theatre 80
80 St. Marks Place
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RUNNING TIME
1 hour 20 minutes, 1 brief intermission
TICKETS
$15 in advance, $18 at the door (click here for tickets)
DATES
Mon 8/12, 4:15pm
Fri 8/16, 7:45pm
Sat 8/17, 9:15pm
Sun 8/25, 5:45pm
REVIEWS
NYTheatre
The wonderful orchestration combined with the saga of our American history make for a wonderful opera. Go see it!
Theatre is Easy
A great American story, told in song, that leaved you wanting more
CAST & CREW
(partial list)
Music by Paula M. Kimper
Libretto by Talaya Delaney
Conceived and developed by Linda McInerney
Directed by Lori Holmes and Linda McInerney
Featuring Mari-Yan Pringle, Jorell Williams, Stephen Bienger, Joshua Price/Jaylen Fontaine, Heather Michele