Dead Man Walking: Music by Jake Heggie, Libretto by Terrence McNally

About This Event

Music by Jake Heggie Libretto by Terrence McNally Based on the book by Sister Helen Prejean Commissioned by the San Francisco Opera A young couple is brutally killed and the convicted murderer, Joseph De Rocher, sits on death row. Sister Helen Prejean agrees to be his spiritual adviser. As she meets his family, and the families of his victims, she begins questioning every attitude she has about how human beings treat each other. Based on real-life events, Jake Heggie’s music and Terrence McNally’s libretto explore the nature of friendship and forgiveness in profound ways. “Dead Man Walking” is internationally acclaimed as one of the most riveting operas of the 21st century. Great repertoire, beautiful scenery, amazing voices and outstanding value—these are the hallmarks of the CU Boulder College of Music Eklund Opera Program. Director Leigh Holman and Music Director Nicholas Carthy bring you the best of classical and contemporary opera. In-person performances: Friday, Oct. 24, 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 26, 2 p.m. For complete information visit cupresents.org.