Opera. Redefined Stages. Bold Voices. Shared Justice. Connection.
Rising Waters
Collective
disPLACE I & II
US PREMIERE - May 2026
disPLACE I & II are powerful contemporary operas that explore displacement, home, and survival. Through gripping stories and evocative music, they confront the forces that uproot lives, in this case gentrification, giving voice to those who fight to reclaim their place in the world. Urgent, thought-provoking, and deeply human.
In disPLACE I & II, the story of displacement unfolds through music that speaks directly to the heart. These operas dive deep into the pain and resilience of those uprooted by forces beyond their control—whether it’s the harsh winds of gentrification or the violent chaos of war. With hauntingly beautiful scores and emotionally raw storytelling, these works capture the different human experiences of relationships and physical location.
At the core of disPLACE is a powerful question: How are our identities shaped by a sense of place and belonging? And what happens when that place is taken from us? Through every note, every word, disPLACE calls out to the parts of us that ache for home, justice, and the dignity of every displaced soul.