PERFORMING AS AN ACT OF CHANNELING
Through experiential performances combining classical music, live storytelling, and interactive ritual, Salon Séance invites each audience member into a sacred space of reflection and belonging.
Residence of Ien and Jennifer Cheng
New York , New York 10001In this experiential concert, the spirit of composer Benjamin Britten and poet W. H. Auden will be conjured to explore the question: what is our role during times of conflict, as artists and citizens? Led by a medium, performers and audiences will channel the spirits' messages through live music, storytelling, and participatory ritual.
Concept by Mari Lee
Sound design by John Gasper
Music // Benjamin Britten: String Quartet No. 2
Medium// Mari Lee, violin
Messengers// Emilie-Anne Gendron, violin; Tanner Menees, viola; Mihai Marica, cello
Running time ca. 60 minutes
7:00pm arrival (please do not arrive earlier)
7:30pm performance
8:30pm reception
Drinks and refreshments provided
Exact address will be sent closer to the date
Tickets are non-refundable after October 10, 2022
Fri, Oct 21, 2022 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Through experiential performances combining classical music, live storytelling, and interactive ritual, Salon Séance invites each audience member into a sacred space of reflection and belonging.