PAULINE OLIVEROS & MOIRA ROTH
THE LIBRARY
OF MAPS:
AN OPERA IN MANY PARTS
THE QUEEN MARY
APRIL 13 @ 2:30 PM
APRIL 12 @ 7:30 PM
LONG BEACH
Step aboard the iconic RMS Queen Mary for the landmark premiere of a new performance edition of Oliveros and Roth’s groundbreaking opera—only the second presentation since its debut in 2001. Audiences will have the chance to experience one of Oliveros’ most inventive, improvisational and poetic operas set against the ocean liner’s storied 1960s backdrop. This new production pays tribute to Pauline Oliveros' experimental spirit, bringing together actors, singers, visual art, dance and deep poetic meaning with a rare orchestral ensemble featuring a diverse chamber ensemble of common and unusual sounds. The two performances, each slightly distinct, offer an immersive encounter with Oliveros' decades of boundary-dissolving musical innovation, all within one of Long Beach’s most treasured historic venues.
SHOWTIMES
SATURDAY
APRIL 12
7:30 PM
SUNDAY
APRIL 13
2:30 PM
Cast & Creative
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Composer
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![James Darrah]()
Director
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![Christopher Rountree - Music Director]()
Music Director
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![Moira]()
Librettist
Moira Roth
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Production Designer
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Lighting Designer
Kaitlin Trimble
ABOUT THE VENUE
The Queen Mary is a nearly century-old historic ocean liner, transformed into an iconic hotel and event venue. On her maiden voyage in 1936, she was considered the grandest ocean liner ever built. The ship set a new benchmark in transatlantic travel, and quickly seized the hearts and imaginations of the public on both sides of the Atlantic, representing the spirit of an era known for its elegance, class, and style.
Since her retirement as an active liner in 1967, The Queen Mary has been docked permanently in the Long Beach Harbor. It has become one of the city’s top attractions, welcoming visitors to explore its storied halls and discover its history through tours and onboard exhibits. The ship carried 2.2 million passengers in peacetime and 810,000 military personnel in WWII, but an estimated 50 million people have visited since it found a home in Long Beach.
The Queen Mary offers stunning views of the Pacific Ocean and the city skyline. Its vintage Art Deco design and rich history make it a completely unique setting for events. Plus, its haunted reputation adds an additional layer of intrigue—with a enough history of reported paranormal activity to earn it a spot on TIME’s “Top 10 Haunted Places” list in 2008. Learn more about The Queen Mary: www.queenmary.com.
