Themes of desire, distraction and drama will be presented in a throwback to “simpler” times by BSU students in Bemidji State Opera Theater’s production of “The 1950s In Three Short Operas” on February 24, 25 and 26.
Inspired by the fashion, technology and culture of the United States in the 1950s, the production explores themes that exist in our lives to this day, according to Dr. Cory Renbarger, associate professor of music and director of opera theater at BSU.
“Our relationships with technology and how we represent daily life are really no different now than they were two generations ago,” Renbarger said. “The telephone, television and married ‘trouble in paradise’ are all themes more applicable now than ever. ‘The 1950s In Three Short Operas’ connects us with a common past worth both celebrating and partially avoiding.”
Featured works include “The Telephone” by Gian Carlo Menotti, “A Hand of Bridge” by Samuel Barber and “Gallantry” by Douglas Moore.
The Feb. 24 and 25 performances will begin at 7:30 p.m. with a matinee planned for Feb. 26 at 2:30 p.m. All performances will be held in the Main Theater at BSU’s Bangsberg Fine Arts Complex.
Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for those under 18. Admission is free for BSU and NTC students. Tickets can be purchased in advance by contacting the BSU Alumni & Foundation at bsualumni.org or by calling (218) 755-2762. Unsold tickets will be available at the door before each show, pending availability.
