Harbour for the Arts

Opera Singers Love Hate Relationship with Porgy and Bess


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  • A nuanced discussion on Black History Month: celebrating identity year-round
  • Marian Anderson’s historic concert and its ongoing legacy of racial segregation
  • The love-hate relationship with Porgy and Bess among Black singers
  • The disparities in how Black performers are treated and typecast in opera
  • Personal stories of navigating privilege, entitlement, and representation
  • The significance of Black composers and diversifying opera programming
  • Reflections on roles, racial stereotypes, and expanding narratives in performance
  • Supportive messages on community, connection, and small acts of kindness

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Harbour for the ArtsBy Bridgette Cooper