From the Central Park MCA:
Opera on the Green
Frida Kahlo and the Bravest Girl in the World
Friday, August 19th & Saturday, August 20th
6:00pm | South Green
The MCA is excited to partner with Central City Opera for Opera on the Green. They will be performing Frida Kahlo and the Bravest Girl in the World on August 19th & 20th. This family friendly performance will be on the South Green located at 29th Ave & Roslyn Street. All performances are free and open to the public.
MUSIC BY JOE ILLICK
LIBRETTO BY MARK CAMPBELL
Based on the children’s book by Laurence Anholt and inspired by real life Mariana, a young girl living in the heart of Mexico City, whose home is full of beautiful artwork by Frida Kahlo. She is encouraged by her family to visit Kahlo and have her portrait painted the renowned artist, but is terrified at the thought. There are rumors that Frida keeps skeletons above her bed and exotic pets in her Blue House — people have even said that she is a witch. As Kahlo begins to paint Mariana in her studio, this fear quickly disappears, and a friendship blooms between the two. Mariana meets Frida’s husband, Diego Rivera, and learns of the horrible accident that almost killed her new friend. Through the magic of opera, Frida’s parrot, dog, and monkey all sing, and the audience is invited to join in on the fun as well.
35 minutes; performed mostly in English
Featuring a cast of six Central City Opera Touring Artists with a surprise opening act!