One Train

 
 
 

One Train tells the story of Miriam, a young girl who takes a New York City subway ride with her mother on the first day of school. On her journey, she encounters a magician experiencing homelessness. He helps Miriam view the world through the eyes of her diverse fellow passengers. New Camerata Opera commissioned and produced this short opera film, from composer Hilary Purrington, librettist Hannah McDermott, director Carlos Araya, and the Chilean animation firm, Catarata.

 
 
[One Train] invites audience members to observe and actively engage with the world around them, encouraging listeners to learn about others rather than relying on assumptions based on stereotypes and personal biases.
— Hilary Purrington, composer
 
 

One Train Sponsors

Houston Street Sponsor

Sophia Zannis

South Ferry Sponsor

Lauren Castille
Susan Light
Anne Marie McDermott
Gerald McGee
Catherine Weaver and David Kaplan