World premieres of operas are very rare, so when we heard that a brand-new opera was about to have its first performance in Pittsburgh, we had to be a part of it!
Daniel Sonenberg's The Summer King chronicles the life of Negro Leagues slugger Josh Gibson and his quest to become the first African-American player in Major League baseball.
Over 250 students in grades 3-6 travelled to the Benedum Center to enjoy this unique experience. Some even met Sean Gibson, Josh's great-grandson and Executive Director of the Josh Gibson Foundation!
Students in all four elementary schools were able to explore the Opera Trunk and create their own mini-dramas in class.