Opera Carolina, in collaboration with On Q Productions and Firebird Arts Alliance, will present a new production of Adolphus Hailstork’s one-act opera, Rise for Freedom. You can see it for free on Thursday, February 19th, 2015, at 7:00 p.m., at Sharon Presbyterian Church, 5201 Sharon Road. Rise for Freedom tells the true story of John Parker who, as a freed man in 1860’s Ripley Ohio, fought aggressively against slavery as a leader in the Underground Railroad. Rise for Freedom is a one-act opera performed in English. This is a free event; no RSVPS are required. Good will donations will be accepted. Call 704.332.7177 x200 with questions.
The opera is being presented at other times in other venues as well. Some require RSVP and might be filled up. Follow this link to see information about all the performances.
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