An Opera Theatre presents
Mináǧi kiŋ dowáŋ: Zitkála-Šá Opera
Music by Lyz Jaakola Libretto by Hannah Johnson
October 21-23, 2022
Indigenous Roots | 788 E 7th St, St Paul, MN 55106
October 21- 7pm community festival and doors open, 8pm screening
October 22- 7pm community festival and doors open, 8pm screening
October 23- 4pm community festival and doors open, 8pm screening *ASL interpreted
It's like going to the movies, but better!
We hope you'll be able to partake in the full community experience and join us before the screening time to enjoy food, art, and more music from local vendors and artisans.
(Gluten free, vegan, and vegetarian food options will be available.)
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Things to know:
• This opera is being presented as a film with a runtime of ~30 minutes.
• Roundtable discussions with members of the cast and team will be hosted after each performance and we encourage you to stay to listen to stories from set and what we learned during this creation.
• Trigger warning: Some of Zitkála-Šá’s experiences told in the opera about her time at boarding school and Carlisle Indian School may be difficult for some viewers.
• This is an alcohol-free space and event.
• Recommended for ages 10+
• ASL Interpretation will be provided for the October 23 performance.
Interpreted by Breanna Boyce
• The opera is sung in English and Dakota.
Open Captions and translations are included in the film.
• Seating is General Admission
• Indigenous Roots is wheelchair accessible. Please contact [email protected] after reserving your ticket(s) to request wheelchair seating so we can ensure your best viewing and comfort experience.
We look forward to having you with us!
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COVID-19 Safety Policy
Help us keep artists working and those around you safe and healthy! Guests are required to wear non-cloth masks such as N95, KN95, KF94, or surgical masks, upon arrival and worn at all times unless eating or drinking.
*Please note that these guidelines are subject to change. All ticket holders will be updated accordingly prior to performances.
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