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The Life and Death(s) of Alan Turing
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English
Synopsis
A historical-fantasia that follows the life of mathematician Alan Turing, from his childhood through his groundbreaking work as a WWII codebreaker at Bletchley Park, to his prosecution and chemical castration for homosexuality in 1952, and his mysterious death two years later. The narrative is woven together by the ghost of Turing's first love, Christopher Morcom, who acts as a guide through the man's memories and his own internal world.
Composer
Justine F. Chen
Lyricist / Librettist / Playwright
David Simpatico
Year of composition/publication / premiere
2012/2023
Genre
Opera
LGBTQAI+ category
Gay, Asexual, Gay
Level of centrality
Main character
Characters
Alan Turing, Christopher Morcom
Voice type
Baritone, Tenor
Pronouns
he/him
Publisher / Rights holder
The work was commissioned by American Lyric Theater (ALT). Licensing and performance materials may be available through ALT.
Where to buy / access the work
The score is not currently commercially available for purchase. For performance inquiries, contact American Lyric Theater.
Performance rights
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Audio recording(s)
Video performance(s)
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