avery r. young reimagines opera in world premiere "safronia"

AI Briefing

• – Avery r. young's world premiere of 'safronia' at Lyric Opera House aims to redefine opera and engage a younger audience.
• – The opera tells the story of a family's struggle during the Great Migration, with a sound that blends blues, funk, and gospel.
• – The production, which closes Lyric's 2025-26 season, will also be reimagined as a fully-staged production at Court Theatre in 2027.