PROBLEM RADICAL(S)
Problem Radical(s) is an experimental opera mixing everyday radical acts, a sprawling sculpture, massive inflating tarps, industrious performers, and hardcore noise. Each night, the performers navigate an ever-expanding, unstable installation. Musicians and singers reassemble the modular electronic and instrumental score, evoking American radical thinkers, civic activists, and maneuverable personal blimps.
Writer/director: Kara Feely
Composer: Travis Just
Installation: Hannah Dougherty
Video: Daniel Kötter
Costume Designer: Peter Ksander
Lighting Designer: Miranda k. Hardy
Stage Manager: Sarah Nerboso
Associate Producer: Morgan von Prelle Pecelli
Performers: Karl Allen, Sarah Dahlen, Francesco Gagliardi, Caitlin McDonough Thayer
Musicians: Kevin Farrell, Travis Just, James Moore
Design Assistants: Peiyi Wong, Stacey Berman, Sara Patterson
April-May, 2009: Performance Space 122, NYC
July 2008: Artist Residency at Abrons Arts Center, NYC
photos by Danielle Colburn
