In this new adaptation of Michael Chabon’s Pulitzer Prize–winning novel set shortly before the outbreak of World War II, two Jewish cousins invent an anti-fascist superhero and launch their own comic-book series, hoping to recruit America into the fight against Nazism. Incorporating electronic design elements and a variety of musical styles, composer Mason Bates’ score moves among the three worlds of Gene Scheer’s libretto
The magical intersection between music and technology is a central tenet of Mason Bates’ work, from his Grammy-winning opera The (R)evolution of Steve Jobs to his work as a composer, DJ and curator.
This season the Metropolitan Opera presents The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay, which is being given an unprecedented mid-season revival and cinema broadcast due to strong demand.
Bates also creates groundbreaking projects that reach beyond the concert hall, such as the animated film Philharmonia Fantastique and its education platform Sprite’s World, which inspires hundreds of thousands of young people about the wonders of music.
As a DJ, he produces thrilling shows merging electronica, classical music, and immersive production in in spectacular venues through his outreach organization Mercury Soul.
NEW PRODUCTION | September 21–October 11 I’m thrilled to announce that The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay will open The Met Opera’s 2025–26 season
An extraordinary show combing dance, DJing, and classical music unfolds on Saturday Jan 25 courtesy of Mercury Soul. Please join us for this one-night-only event!
Read more at the Associated Press This weekend, The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay premiered at Indiana University Jacobs School of Music! Adapting Michael
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So honored that my piano Concerto is included on the stunning survey of American music by Danielle Trifonov, our greatest living pianist. He brings such
The Hibernia’s gorgeous grand hall, adorned with all its Gilded-Age details, will be transformed for this one-night-only experience. The walls come alive with vivid hues