The Shining / A behind-the-scenes Feature
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33m
Go behind the scenes of one of opera's most compelling contemporary collaborations. This 30-minute documentary offers an inside look at the creation and production of THE SHINING, the opera by composer Paul Moravec and librettist Mark Campbell, produced through a partnership between The Atlanta Opera and Alliance Theatre.
Featuring conversations with librettist Mark Campbell, composer Paul Moravec, director Tomer Zulun, conductor Timothy Meyers, and key artists and collaborators, the film explores the creative process behind bringing Stephen King's iconic psychological thriller to the operatic stage. Thinashe Kajese Bolden, soprano Kelly Kaduce, and filmmaker Filipe Barral share their perspectives on the artistic vision, challenges, and discoveries that shaped the production.
From the development of the opera and its musical and dramatic interpretation to the work of the performers and creative team, this documentary reveals the collaboration, imagination, and craftsmanship that transformed a celebrated work of fiction into a powerful theatrical experience.
Discover the stories, people, and creative decisions behind THE SHINING and experience the remarkable partnership between two of Atlanta's leading performing arts institutions.
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