Song From The Uproar

ONE WEEKEND ONLY

February 28 - March 2
Theatre Three

As Seen In

  • Experience the mesmerizing true story of Isabelle Eberhardt in Missy Mazzoli's "Song from the Uproar," a groundbreaking multimedia opera about a young Swiss explorer who defied every convention – disguising herself as a man, joining the Algerian army, and ultimately meeting her fate in a desert flash flood. Through Mazzoli's "dazzling" score, which weaves together haunting vocals with striking visuals, audiences are transported into an unforgettable world of transformation and relentless pursuit of freedom.

  • February 28, 7:30pm
    March 1, 7:30pm
    March 2, 7:30pm

    VIP Admission - $40
    General Admission - $30
    Student - $15

    20% OFF EARLY BIRD ENDS 2/14


  • Sung in: Primarily English, with some French

    Subtitles in: English

    Runtime: 1hr  5minutes

    No Intermission

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Meet
Isabelle
Eberhardt

Isabelle Eberhardt (1877–1904) was a Swiss explorer and writer who defied societal norms by immersing herself in North African culture. Born in Geneva to a Russian aristocrat mother and an anarchist father, she was educated in multiple languages, including Arabic. At 20, she moved to Algeria, converted to Islam, and adopted the male identity of Si Mahmoud Saadi, allowing her to traverse regions inaccessible to European women.

Eberhardt's life was marked by profound dichotomies: she was a European woman living as an Arab man, a Christian convert to Islam, and a writer who critiqued colonialism while navigating colonial societies. Her writings reflect these contrasts, offering unique insights into the complexities of identity and cultural intersection. Tragically, her journey ended at 27 when she died in a flash flood in the Algerian desert.

Played by soloist Kayla Nanto

What To Expect

A Modern Opera Meets Technology

Watch Isabelle Eberhardt's true story unfold through electronic and live music, live acting and immersive AI visuals.

An Untold Story of Adventure

  • Discover how a 19th-century Swiss woman shocked society by moving to Algeria, dressing as a man, and joining the army. Follow Eberhardt's journey until her dramatic death in a desert flash flood, brought to life through stunning visuals and powerful music

What Makes This Special

Hear one of today's most innovative composers - Mazzoli has been hailed by critics as a leading voice in contemporary opera. Experience a seamless blend of projected visuals, live vocals, and instrumental music in an intimate setting

  • Missy Mazzoli

    COMPOSER

  • Sam Brukhman

    CONDUCTOR AND ARTISTIC DIRECTION

  • Claire Choquette

    DIRECTOR

  • Courtney Ware

    ARTIST AND PROJECTION

  • Justin Locklear

    SCENIC DESIGN

  • Kyle Harris

    LIGHTING DESIGNER

  • Patricia Yakesch

    COSTUME DESIGNER

  • Katelyn Kocher

    PRODUCING STAGE MANAGER

Verdigris Ensemble Staff

Sam Brukhman Kyle Igneczi

Founding Artistic Director Executive Director

Sam Melnick

Development Manager

Verdigris Ensemble Board of Directors

Keith Mankin President

Patricia Yakesch      Vice President

Farah Padamsee Secretary

Jonathan Hess Treasurer

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