From the drama at the core of each work, Heartbeat Opera grows vivid theatrical worlds through revelatory adaptations, radical rearrangements, and ingenious design. Through an inquisitive collaborative process with a diverse community of artists, we break down traditional barriers to reimagine opera for artists and audiences of the twenty-first century.
A brand new 100-minute adaptation, sung in French with new English dialogues. Music by Charles Gounod Original Libretto by Jules Barbier and Michel Carré from Carré's play Faust et Marguerite
Co-Adapted by Jacob Ashworth and Sara Holdren Newly Arranged by Dan Schlosberg New English dialogues by Sara Holdren Directed by Sara Holdren Music Directed by Jacob Ashworth
A brand new 100-minute adaptation, sung in French with new English dialogues. Music by Charles Gounod Original Libretto by Jules Barbier and Michel Carré from Carré's play Faust et Marguerite
Co-Adapted by Jacob Ashworth and Sara Holdren Newly Arranged by Dan Schlosberg New English dialogues by Sara Holdren Directed by Sara Holdren Music Directed by Jacob Ashworth
Longtime Heartbeat artist Emma Jaster takes the reins to direct her bold vision of Ethan Heard and Jacob Ashworth’s original adaptation, featuring a tight ensemble cast of six singers and six players. Daniel Schlosberg’s arrangement explodes the haunting world of Verdi’s score with electronics, live processing, and a complete sonic reimagining of the witches’ voices. Victoria made a jump-in, in a supporting role, flying into New York City on opening night.