The jewel of our 21st season is a Cedar Rapids Opera Theatre commission and world premiere, inspired by the work and life of Cedar Rapids native, artist Grant Wood.

Three one-act pieces by Iowa-based composers Jean-François Charles, Michael Ching and Robert Lindsey-Nassif range from whimsical, to historical, to experimental coming together in a complete experience and fuller understanding of Grant Wood.

“Baritone Thaddeus Ennen brings the right touch of pomposity to dentist Byron McKeeby, who would eventually step out of his stuffy comfort zone and into the role of the pitchfork-wielding farmer.”- Cedar Rapids Gazette

https://www.thegazette.com/art/review-premiere-works-capture-grant-woods-strokes-of-genius/