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Join Opera Theater Oregon for a 35-minute scene from a new opera in development—reimagining the story of Sacajawea, the extraordinary Lemhi-Shoshone woman was a crucial member of the historic Lewis and Clark Expedition, from her Aqai-Dika, Indigenous perspective.

The presented scene is based on an incident of domestic violence recorded in the original expedition journals on August 14, 1805 and will be presented alongside excerpts of music, soundscapes, and presentations of traditional Agai-Dika/Lemhi-Shoshone music, language, and culture by Rose Ann Abrahamson.

The internationally renowned cast includes Kwagiulth and Stó:lō First Nations mezzo-soprano, Marion Newman premiering the role of Sacajawea, baritone Richard Zeller as Toussaint Charbonneau, and baritone Dan Gibbs as Captain William Clark. This scene also features Native American Flutist and composer Hovia Edwards with a chamber orchestra.

Sung in Aqai-Dika/Lemhi-Shoshone, Québécois French, English, and Plains Sign Language with English captions. Performances include a pre-show lecture by Rose Ann Abrahamson. Content warning: This production includes depictions of domestic violence.

Composer, Conductor

Justin Ralls

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13 - 14 May, 2023

Opera Theater Oregon presents Nu Nah-Hup: Sacajawea's Story · Portland Opera

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