TRUTH

TRUTH is a new folk opera about Sojourner Truth, the ex-slave, fiery abolitionist and women’s rights pioneer who made her home in Northampton, MA. With full orchestra under conductor, Hugh Keelan, music direction by Jerry Noble, sets rendered by Amy Johnquest, and lights by Lara Dubin, TRUTH illuminates the life and legacy of this complicated, brilliant woman who, though illiterate, was a relentless and articulate champion of those deprived of justice and freedom, and whose influence has for too long been overlooked. The score by Paula M. Kimper and libretto by Talaya Delaney are accessible and down-to-earth, much of the music derived from folk themes and spirituals, and many of the words Sojourner’s own. The production will feature Evelyn Harris, former member of the African-American women’s a cappella ensemble Sweet Honey in the Rock, in the title role. An extensive website: http://truthopera.com/ tells more.