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Poetry by Porsha Olayiwola & music by composer Mason Bynes, “The Wanderer’s Tethering” follows the story of Tobi, a descendant of the Igbo community whose members were stolen from modern-day Nigeria and led a revolt in 1803.
Following their presentation of selections from Rhiannon Giddens and Michael Abels’ opera “Omar” at the Prior in spring 2023, the Boston Lyric Opera returns with a newly commissioned work. The song cycle “The Wanderer’s Tethering” combines poetry by Boston Poet Laureate Porsha Olayiwola and music by Boston-based composer, vocalist, and multimedia artist Mason Bynes. It follows the story of Tobi, a descendant of the Igbo community whose members were stolen from modern-day Nigeria and ... view more »
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