composed by Kamala Sankaram
Libretto by Rob Handel
Dixon Place
161A Chrystie St, New York, NY 10002
New Camerata Opera presents The Infinite Energy of Ada Lovelace by Kamala Sankaram and Rob Handel. Immersive cabaret elements and thematically-related repertoire will be performed before and after the opera, intertwining multiple pieces into one engaging evening. The performance will run approximately 90 minutes without intermission.
This opera, composed in 2019, follows Ada, Countess of Lovelace and Lord Byron's daughter, who has been asked to help Charles Babbage with his work on the Difference Engine. She struggles between her work in mathematics and upholding her reputation as a wife, mother, and public figure. The revolutionary concepts that she put forth in her notes about the potential ability of the Engine to carry out an algorithm led Ada to be considered the world’s first computer programmer.
The cabaret will incorporate aerialist work from performer Heather Michele and Circus Director Nicki Miller. Utilizing the full spectrum of tools for storytelling, the evening will provide a transportive trip into the world of Ada Lovelace. Originally slated to produce Libby Larsen’s Barnum's Bird this spring, NCO chose to pivot to a new piece that was safer to rehearse and perform amid the challenges of the Omicron variant.
Don’t miss the pre-show performance featuring works by Fanny Mendelssohn - a contemporary of Ada Lovelace.
New Camerata Opera will be adhering to strict guidelines as outlined by the CDC and New York State regarding COVID-19. The protocols observed include proof of vaccination for attendees and performers, and masks for attendees. For more information on the latest requirements to attend The Infinite Energy of Ada Lovelace, click here.
PERFORMANCE INFO
Thursday, April 7 at 8:00pm
Friday, April 8 at 8:00pm
Saturday, April 9 at 8:00pm
Sunday, April 10 at 3:00pm
Bar and Pre-Show Entertainment open 30 minutes prior to curtain
Running time: Approximately 90 minutes w/o intermission
Language: English
CAST
4/7 & 4/9 (8pm)
Ada Lovelace: Emily Hughes
William Lovelace: Victor Khodadad
Charles Babbage: Stan Lacy
Harriet Beecher Stowe: Kristin Renee Young
Nanny: Emily Solo
Butler: Alonso Jordán López
4/8 (8pm) & 4/10 (3pm)
Ada Lovelace: Brittany Fowler
William Lovelace: Erik Bagger
Charles Babbage: Virdell Williams
Harriet Beecher Stowe: Barbara Porto
Nanny: Heather Michele
Butler: Ryan Allais
Cabaret Performers:
Ryan Allais, Jeff Goble, Gabriel Hernandez, Alonso Jordán López, Heather Michele, Barbara Porto, Emily Solo, Kristin Renee Young
CREATIVE TEAM
Director – Jennifer Williams
Music Director – Nell Flanders
Costume Designer – Asa Benally
Lighting Designer – DeAnna Howard
Video Projection and Set Designer – Lianne Arnold
Circus Director – Nicki Miller
Aerial Rigger – Benjamin E. Oyzon
Stage Manager – Holly Thomas
Assistant Conductor – Elliot Roman
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