Lyric Opera - Fellow Travelers
a near-perfect example of fast-flowing musical drama
The New York Times
Why see Lyric Opera - Fellow Travelers?
chicago premiere
The heightened sense of suspicion during the McCarthy era is the background of this subtle story of forbidden love from Gregory Spears and Greg Pierce. Based on Thomas Mallon's 2007 novel, Fellow Travelers follows Timothy Laughlin, an eager new graduate hoping to do his part to stem the rising tide of communism. When he lands his first job and first romance by way of handsome State Department official Hawkins Fuller, the tumult of deceit and social prejudice of the time become unbearable, leading to a devastating finale.
Drawing on the policy of rooting out 'Sexual Subversives', Fellow Travelers is a maelstrom of double lives, first loves and betrayal wrapped up in a captivating chamber opera.
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1 reviews, average rating: (5.0 Stars)
Claire DiVizio
Absolutely Stunning
I have never had such a visceral experience at the opera before in my life. This is
certainly the best Lyric production I have ever seen. The only downside was how
embarrassingly close I was to the person next to me, given that I wept uncontrollably
multiple times during the performance. Not only is this a great show for opera
lovers, but I also believe it is an exceptional conversion work for opera doubters. I
would also encourage anyone with friends or relatives who are, shall we say,
somewhat uncomfortable with gay relationships to come and witness not only the
universality with which this love story is rendered, but also to appreciate the
viciousness with which these fellow Americans have historically been cast out.
I am on the verge of tears again just recalling my experience at the performance. An
incredible work of art, rendered impeccably by a marvelous cast and creative team. ... Read more
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