#jubilee - @SeattleOpera's world premiere of Jubilee is a groundbreaking production that celebrates the rich history and enduring legacy of the Fisk Jubilee Singers. In this special segment from "The Day With Trae," host Trae Holiday (@HolidayTraeanna) takes viewers behind the scenes to explore the creation of this powerful opera and its significance for both the Black community and the world of opera as a whole. Through interviews with key figures like writer and director Tazewell Thompson, actress Lisa Arrindell, and Dr. G. Preston Wilson Jr., the director of the Fisk Jubilee Singers, Trae delves into the heart of this moving story. Tazewell Thompson shares his personal connection to the Fisk Jubilee Singers and his passion for bringing their story to the operatic stage. "I saw a documentary about the Fisk Jubilee Singers, and I said, this is fate. I must do something with this," Thompson recalls. Lisa Arrindell, who plays Ella Sheppard, the group’s assistant director in the production, speaks to the deep emotional resonance of the music and the story. "There are records that the moans in the belly of the ship...those songs came out of that," she shares, highlighting the profound connection between the music and the lived experiences of African Americans. The opera also features the talents of 13 remarkable opera singers, bringing the powerful music of the Fisk Jubilee Singers to life. "Jubilee" is a must-see opera that promises to move and inspire audiences. Take advantage of this opportunity to experience the world premiere of this extraordinary production before it ends. Get your tickets today and witness the power of music and storytelling to bridge cultures and uplift the human spirit. As Trae Holiday reminds us, "When we talk about world premiere, it's big." Be part of this historic moment and experience the magic of "Jubilee" at the Seattle Opera. Visit SeattleOpera.org for tickets and information.

Recently, @HolidayTraeanna hosted a special featuring actors from the iconic opera X: The Life and Times of Malcolm X, which is currently running at the @SeattleOpera through March 9th. The special re-airs on Friday at 7 pm - click here to set a reminder: ow.ly/6JYG50QMYRS

On Sunday, @HolidayTraeanna hosted a special featuring actors from the hit opera X: The Life and Times of Malcolm X. You can watch the special and read about the show which is currently running at the @SeattleOpera through March 9th. Read and get tickets: whereweconverge.com/post/tra…

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Seattle Opera's The Life & Times Of Malcolm X, composed by Anthony Davis, opened with a bang on Saturday, February 24th at McCaw Hall. The night was a celebration of Blackness, history, fashion, and excitement as guests experienced their first Opera. @HolidayTraeanna of Converge Media caught up with attendees to discuss the significance of this live show, and the fact that it's the first opera written by a Black composer to run on @SeattleOpera's main stage. See photos from the event taken by Susan Fried on behalf of Converge Media, and share your thoughts on the show below if you were there. – at Washington, USA

#BlackStarPower - @HolidayTraeanna is back in the building. Tune in at 11 am for an all new #TheDayWithTrae featuring Kenneth Kellogg, who will appear in upcoming @SeattleOpera productions of Das Rheingold and X: The Life and Times of Malcolm X. Watch: ow.ly/XC6t50PyWli