A Night With Northwestern in San Francisco -- The Gershwins’ "Porgy and Bess"

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Witness a masterpiece of American folk opera as the NAA, in partnership with the Bienen School of Music, invites you to opening night of The Gershwins’ Porgy and Bess at San Francisco Opera. David Gockley, a key figure in restoring the Broadway hit to its operatic roots three decades ago, carries on that tradition as San Francisco Opera’s general director.

Before the performance, attend a reception and program in the elegant Green Room, across the courtyard from San Francisco Opera, where you will have a chance to get acquainted with fellow alumni, enjoy hors d'oeuvres and cocktails, and learn more about Northwestern University. Guest speakers include Gockley, Bienen School of Music dean Toni-Marie Montgomery, and Karl O. Mills (KSM84), a member of San Francisco Opera's board of directors.

Open to the Northwestern community and the general public.

Event Details

6 pm -- Cocktail reception and hors d’oeuvres in the Green Room at SF War Memorial & Performing Arts Center Veterans Building (401 Van Ness Avenue, Second Floor)

7 pm -- Discussion with David Gockley, Dean Toni-Marie Montgomery, and Karl O. Mills 

7:30 pm -- Transition to San Francisco Opera (301 Van Ness Avenue) across the courtyard from the San Francisco Veterans Building

8 pm -- The Gershwin’s Porgy and Bess 

Questions? Contact the Alumni Education office at alumnieducation@alumni.northwestern.edu.

Updated April 13, 2009.