SUU presents “Naamah’s Ark”
By Ashley H Pollock
Southern Utah University’s music department will present “Naamah’s Ark” Jan. 12 at 2:30 p.m. at the Randall L. Jones Theatre in Cedar City. Composer of “Naamah’s Ark” Marisa Michelson takes her interpretation of Noah’s wife, Naamah, and retells the myth of the ark. She and librettist Royce Vavrek explore what Naamah might have experienced and felt about the journey and what happened after they hit land.
“’Naamah’s Ark’ presented an ideal opportunity to foster collaboration between faculty and students,” said Michael Crotty, choreographer for “Naamah’s Ark.” “Embedded in the work is the notion of inclusion and glimpses of hope amid dire straits.”
“The most rewarding part of preparing for this concert has been working with so many people of all practices to bring the story to life,” said Gwyn Smith, a junior elementary education major from Murray. “When we worked with the choir for the first time, it was so exciting. They brought an energy to the performance that we as dancers don’t get to experience very often. We don’t get the opportunity to have live music when we perform on a regular basis. It definitely changes the dynamic and makes the performance feel more full and lively.”
Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for youth. SUU faculty, staff, and students are admitted free with a valid ID card. Faculty and staff IDs are allowed one guest. Tickets can be purchased at the door the night of the concert or online at suu.edu/pva.
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