Take a peek into the world premiere of Jeanine Tesori and Tazewell Thompson’s Blue with these videos, articles and photos from the making of the new opera. Reflective of a familiar American headline, this new work by Jeanine Tesori and Tazewell Thompson centers on the hopes and fears of a young black couple as they raise a son in 21st-century America. In this story of love and loss, we see the father, a police officer, and the mother supported by a loving community of fellow law enforcement, churchgoers and friends as they respond to the killing of their son.
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Blue by Design: A Glimpse into Blue‘s First Rehearsal
In Rehearsal: Kenneth Kellogg
“Blue is the first piece I’ve been a part of that I feel I can lend my authentic self to in telling a real story that reflects the lives of people that look like me.”
“Go Figure:” Briana Hunter Sings a Musical Excerpt from the First Scene of Blue
“Somebody:” A Musical Excerpt from the Workshop of Blue
Read about Blue here:
The New York Times: This Summer, Opera Grapples With Race
Playbill: Check Out Photos From Jeanine Tesori and Tazewell Thompson’s New Opera Blue
Broadway World: New Work By Jeanine Tesori Will Premiere At The Glimmerglass Festival
Kenneth Kellogg, who sings the role of The Father, in rehearsal for Blue. Photo: Karli Cadel
Kenneth Kellogg as The Father and Briana Hunter as The Mother in rehearsal for the world premiere of Blue. Photo: Karli Cadel
Librettist and director Tazewell Thompson welcomes the cast and crew during the first Blue rehearsal. Photo: Karli Cadel
Kenneth Kellogg, Briana Hunter and Aaron Crouch perform at the Guggenheim Works and Progress series. Photo: Robert Altman
Jessica Jahn shares her designs with the cast and crew of Blue. Photo: Karli Cadel
Jessica Jahn's costume renderings for The Girlfriends in Blue
Jessica Jahn's costume rendering for The Son in Blue
Donald Eastman's scenic design of Blue.