Jubilee

Created and directed by Tazewell Thompson
Vocal arrangements by Dianne Adams McDowell
Orchestrated by Michael Ellis Ingram

A world premiere opera. Not long after Emancipation and the end of the Civil War, the historic Fisk Jubilee Singers came together and changed music forever. Telling the story of the ensemble's early members, this opera—which includes over 40 spirituals—follows them on their first tours, raising funds for the fledgling Fisk University and spreading their music around the world. From threats of violence to a pivotal performance for Queen Victoria, the singers share their personal histories through powerful vignettes full of humor, heartbreak, and hope.

This newly orchestrated ensemble opera by renowned writer and director Tazewell Thompson (Blue ’22) features 13 singers performing spirituals such as “Swing Low, Sweet Chariot,” “Balm In Gilead,” “Deep River,” “Go Down, Moses,” “On Ma Journey Now,” “Wade In The Water,” “Steal Away,” “Didn’t My Lord Deliver Daniel,” and many more.

In English with English Subtitles
Approximate Running Time: 2 hours and 40 minutes including one intermission

Join us for Family Day Sunday, October 20, 2024! For this specially designated performance, students ages 18 and under pay only $25 for almost any seat.* Family Day also features special student-oriented activities before the performance and an exclusive Youth Lounge during intermission.

*Please note: All children and teens must have a ticket and be able to sit on their own in a seat. No babes in arms, with or without a ticket. Valid student ID or proof of age is required for entry. At least one full price standard ticket to the same performance must be purchased with EVERY youth ticket order. Standard ticket and $25 tickets must be in the same seating zone on the same performance date. Limit four $25 youth tickets for each full price standard ticket purchased. Youth tickets are not available in the Dress Circle Prime, Orchestra Center Aisle, and Second Tier Value seating sections.