Muriel & Anita

Libretto Reading

Wednesday February 11 at 7pm

Internationally acclaimed composer Carla Lucero has approached Mercury Theater, Mary Chun, and Elly Lichenstein to help her develop a brand new opera, and we could not be more honored! We begin with a “workshop” reading of the libretto (no music yet) on Wednesday, February 11, at 7 pm, and we'd be delighted if you'd join us at the historic Cinnabar School House(3333 Petaluma Boulevard N., Petaluma, CA 94952).

Muriel and Anita is a true crime opera set in Napa, California, in 1974. At the core of this story is the undying love between two sisters, leading to the discovery of a serial killer in this once sleepy town.

The evening will include a reading by board members and friends of the theater, and will feature Mary Gannon Graham as Muriel and Mercedes Murphy as Anita. We’ll also have some delicious light food and champagne on hand. Plus, we want your feedback, so there will be a Q&A after the reading. Both Carla and Mary will be on hand to meet you and take your questions, and Elly will be there too.

Please RSVP by emailing admin@mercurytheater.org with the number in your party so we can buy enough champagne!