Princeton Symphony Orchestra

### Event Description: Not So Cozy Così with Julian Grant

**Date and Time:** Friday, June 14, 2024 - 5:30 PM  
**Location:** Stockton Education Center, Morven Museum and Garden, 55 Stockton Street, Princeton, NJ 08540  
**Admission:** Free and open to the public

**Event Overview:**
Join us for an enlightening prelude to the opening night performance of Mozart's "Così fan tutte." Esteemed composer and Princeton Symphony Orchestra Trustee, Julian Grant, will lead a captivating talk titled "Not So Cozy Così." In this session, Grant will delve into how Mozart humanizes the often cynical and sexist antics within "Così fan tutte," transforming it into a comedic opera that resonates with audiences.

**About Julian Grant:**
Julian Grant is a distinguished composer with 20 operas to his name, performed by renowned institutions such as the English National Opera, the Royal Opera Covent Garden, and the Boston Lyric Opera. Born in London, Grant has lived in various countries including Canada, Hong Kong, Japan, and China, before moving to the US in 2010. His accolades include nominations for an Olivier Award and an International Opera Award. Beyond composing, Grant is a dedicated music educator and has collaborated with major opera companies and community music projects worldwide.

**Additional Information:**
This talk is part of the Princeton Symphony Orchestra's BRAVO community enrichment program. For more details about PSO BRAVO, visit: [princetonsymphony.org/education](https://princetonsymphony.org/education).

**Upcoming Performances of Così fan tutte:**
- **Friday, June 14, 2024 - 7:00 PM**
- **Sunday, June 16, 2024 - 4:00 PM**
- **Tuesday, June 18, 2024 - 7:00 PM**

Experience a fresh production of Mozart’s beloved comic opera, directed by James Marvel, on the beautiful grounds of the Morven Museum & Garden.

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