Name: Cynossema: A Dirge from the Dog’s Tomb
Start: 2023-04-12T19:00:00-07:00
End: 2023-04-12
Location: University Village

Cynossema: A Dirge from the Dog’s Tomb

USC Visions and Voices

An immersive theatre experience exploring the roots of the Hecuba myth, personified by the Queen of Troy statue in the University Village.

University Village

Mystical sound storyteller and opera composer <a href="http://www.o-lanjones.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">O-Lan Jones</a> and her multidisciplinary company <a href="https://www.overtoneindustries.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Overtone Industries </a>are joining forces with the theatre company, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bythesoulsofourfeet/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">By The Souls Of Our Feet</a> to create a brand-new immersive theatre experience that explores the roots of the Hecuba myth that is personified by the iconic 20-foot statue of the Queen of Troy in University Village.Incorporating live music using the ancient Greek Olympos’ pentatonic scale and exploring a mother’s grief-stricken revenge, Cynossema: A Dirge from the Dog’s Tomb tells a story of rage, power, misogyny, immense grief, and, ultimately, catharsis and healing that vibrates with impactful relevance today. The unique, one-time event will begin at the statue of Hecuba and proceed to Joyce J. Cammilleri Hall for an unforgettable performance. A conversation with the new-yet-ancient opera’s creators and performers, and special guests including <a href="https://www.christopherslatoff.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Christopher Slatoff</a>, the sculptor of USC’s Hecuba statue, will follow.<a href="https://visionsandvoices.usc.edu/eventdetails/?event_id=40253618263209&amp;s_type=&amp;s_genre=" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Click to read more. </a>

Related Event: <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/567244442397" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">C﻿ynossema: Movement and Vocal Workshop</a>A﻿pril 6 from 3 to 5 p.m. P﻿hysical Education Building (PED) 207USC students will have the opportunity to take part in in a theatrical workshop led by O-Lan Jones. All current students are welcome, no experience is necessary, and attendees will be invited to perform in the procession to Cynossema: A Dirge from the Dog’s Tomb.

Presented by <a href="https://visionsandvoices.usc.edu/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">USC Visions and Voices</a>. Organized by Sabina Zuniga Varela (Dramatic Arts).

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