SATURDAY OCTOBER 5, 2024 | 7:30PM @ ZILKHA HALL, HOBBY CENTER
The relationship between democracy and liberty is complex and ever-evolving. Our season opener explores this nation’s noble quest to ‘secure the blessings of liberty’ for its citizenry - and where we have fallen tragically short. Legendary actor and activist George Takei joins Apollo to tell the story of his family’s forced internment during World War II, as Japanese Americans had their most basic freedoms stripped away in one of democracy’s darkest chapters.
The program also features the world premiere of a newly adapted commissioned work by one of America’s most celebrated living composers. John Corigliano’s One Sweet Morning reflects a post-9/11 aspiration for peace and freedom from war and terror. And meaningfully, Afghan-born composer Homayoun Sakhi offers a global perspective on the promises and perils of self-government and the eternal quest for liberty.
The program also features the world premiere of a newly adapted commissioned work by one of America’s most celebrated living composers. John Corigliano’s One Sweet Morning reflects a post-9/11 aspiration for peace and freedom from war and terror. And meaningfully, Afghan-born composer Homayoun Sakhi offers a global perspective on the promises and perils of self-government and the eternal quest for liberty.
PROGRAM
WORLD PREMIERE
John Corigliano: One Sweet Morning Commission for string quintet and voice WORLD PREMIERE Homayoun Sakhi Newly commissioned work inspired by themes of liberty and justice WORLD PREMIERE Marty Regan: The Book of Names with narration by George Takei Vertical Divider
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GUESTS:
George Takei Actor, Author & Activist John Corigliano Composer John Holiday Countertenor Marty Regan Composer |
VENUE INFO
Hobby Center for the Performing Arts Houston
Zilkha Hall 800 Bagby St, Houston, TX 77002 PARKING: Hobby Center Parking and Directions |