Details

In the empty twilight between life and death, saxophonist Charlie Parker composes his final masterpiece, revisiting the inspirations, demons and women who fuelled his creative genius. Set in the famed NYC jazz club Birdland, the opera is as uncompromising in its artistic vision as the "Yardbird" himself. Sung in English with surtitles projected above the stage.

Cast/Performers

Lawrence Brownlee (Charlie Parker), Angela Brown (Addie Parker), Rachel Sterrenberg (Chan Parker), Chrystal E. Williams (Rebecca Parker), Will Liverman (Dizzy Gillespie)

Creatives/Company

Music: Daniel Schnyder
Lyrics: Bridgette A. Wimberly
Producer: Hackney Empire
Company: English National Opera
Director: Ron Daniel
Design(s): Riccardo Hernandez, David Zimmerman (wig and make up design)
Costume: Emily Rebholz
Lighting: Scott Zielinski