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aPriL 2014 | bravamagazine.com 77 A M a d i s o n O p e r a P r e m i e r e "Dead Man Walking makes the most concentrated impact of any piece of American music theater since West Side Story." – The Guardian (London) Since its premiere in 2000, Dead Man Walking has become a modern classic, one of the most important, powerful operas ever wri en. Based on Sister Helen Prejean's book that inspired the movie of the same name, it tells of a nun's journey as the spiritual advisor of a convicted murderer on Louisiana's death row. From its shocking beginning to its emo onally searing final scene, this opera changes everyone who encounters it. Parental advisory: This opera contains nudity, graphic violence, and explicit language, and is not recommended for anyone under age 18. Extending the Stage: Madison Opera is partnering with several organiza ons to present an array of ac vi es in March and April. Ranging from panels to previews, films to museum tours, and culmina ng with a discussion between Sister Helen and composer Jake Heggie, we are truly extending the stage into our community for this emo onally stunning opera. An American Masterpiece D An American Masterpiece An American Masterpiece D eaD Man W alking April 25 & 27, 2014 | Overture Hall Sung in English with projected text Music by Jake Heggie Music by Jake Heggie Libretto by Terrence McNally Based on the novel by Sister Helen Prejean Opera tickets start at just $18! with funds from the State of Wisconsin and the National Endowment for the Arts The Prison Ministry Project of First Congregational United Church of Christ The Ann and Gordon Getty Foundation Sponsored by To learn more about the Extending the Stage events, to RSVP, or join the event mailing list, visit us online at madisonopera.org, or call our office at 608.238.8085. Tickets: 608.258.4141 | madisonopera.org | MOZART Requiem MADISON SYMPHONY CHORUS BEVERLY TAYLOR, Director EMILY BIRSAN, Soprano WESLEY ROGERS, Tenor DANIELA MACK, Contralto LIAM MORAN, Bass JONGEN Symphonie Concertante featuring NATHAN LAUBE, Organist DVOR ˇ ÁK Slavonic Dance No. 1 Buy Tickets Now madisonsymphony.org, Overture Box Office, or (608) 258-4141 APRIL 4, 5, 6 Julian Wachner, Conductor MAJOR FUNDING PROVIDED BY Roma E. Lenehan, in memory of Angelena Frensley Lenehan University Research Park ADDITIONAL FUNDING PROVIDED BY Daniel W. Erdman Foundation Qual Line Fence Corp. Wisconsin Arts Board Middleton | 608.828.RUTH (7884) in the air. love is definitely the sizzle of