New York City Opera: the Life and Times of Malcolm X May 12, 2010

Marking the 45th anniversary of the assassination of Malcolm X, New York City Opera, in collaboration with Opera Noire of New York, will present an abridged concert version of 'The Life and Times of Malcolm X,' the ground-breaking opera about the civil rights leader which premiered at City Opera in 1986. Composer Anthony Davis and scenarist Christopher Davis will offer insights on their inspiration and creative process.