Thumbprint-Pre-Show Talk- Colonialism, the Western Gaze and Creating Performance
This production addressed disturbing content including honor killing, rape and sexual assault against women. No violence is depicted in the opera. The composer and librettist suggest these events through musical choices and text. However, its content may be disturbing and is a recommended for mature audiences.
Please join us for a series of pre-show panel discussions before the following performances:
Thursday April 18, 2024, School of Music, 6:30-7:00 in Room 146 Colonialism, the Western Gaze and Creating Performance Join PhD candidate Adam Kirchner, director Cynthia Stokes and conductor Kristin Roach as they discuss their perspective about creating UA’s production of Thumbprint.
For more information please contact Cynthia Stokes, Opera Theater University of Arizona
cynthiastokes@arizona.edu