Sandwiched In with Tanisha Mitchell - Opera in Ebony

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Adults
  • Registration is required for this event.
  • Registration will open on January 2, 2026 @ 9:00am.

Program Description

Event Details

As part of the Library's celebration of Black History Month, join Tanisha Mitchell as she pays tribute to legendary African American singers who performed at prestigious venues like the Metropolitan Opera, La Scala, and the Royal Opera House. Sound clips featuring Marian Anderson, Leontyne Price, Paul Robeson, and George Shirley will be included.  In addition, Tanisha will perform a live aria as part of the program.  Named a "Mover and Shaker" by Library Journal, Tanisha Mitchell is best known for her innovative work in the arts at the Metropolitan Opera and the Freeport Memorial Library.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.