Cast and crew rehearse in this short video

A few production shots by Jeremy Knight   

Only connect!

“Only connect!” Forster famously pleads in Howards End.  In our opera Helen and Leonard connect singing this powerful fragment from Beethoven in the street after a concert:  “Be embraced, Oh let the whole world share this kiss!”

Projection designs by Jeremy Knight – evolving images of Howards End, the house, and views of Boston

In the great 1992 film Howards End, Emma Thompson plays a forgiving Margaret to Anthony Hopkins’ penitent Henry.  In our opera Margaret and Henry struggle to find a way forward in their flawed and compromised relationship.

Helena Bonham Carter was a petulant and troubled Helen in the acclaimed film.  In our opera, Helen’s passion leads her in a bold new direction.

Sara Duchovnay as Helen takes one of her many snapshots of Leonard (Michael Dailey)