Water Riot Debut -Quick Recap
A Moment from Water Riot’s Debut Performance - Photography by Jeremy Lawson (cast listed below).
I’m so proud, inspired, and excited about my newest music-theatre endeavor: WATER RIOT IN BETA: A CYBER PUNK ROCK OPERA.
On September 16, the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago presented the debut performance to a sold-out audience.
The music is anchoring a theatrical experience that invites audiences to think and feel their way through some challenging issues – social movements, personal responsibility, and environmental justice.
A ROCK-OPERA-IN-PROCESS!
The characters are coming to life. The narrative is coming right along. And the theatrical experience is on the cusp of something very, very special.
The talent that gathered around this work-in-progress really brought their best.
The MCA demonstrated a significant commitment to this project, from an exploratory residency in late 2020 through this year’s commission and festival presentation. There’s a lot of work to do from here, but we’ve got such a strong foundation.
Looking forward, I’ll be on the hunt for more production and development opportunities – particularly as we explore movement / choreography and incorporate set design and projection.
The Water Riot Debut Presentation Team:
Standing: Mike Przygoda, Mz. Honeywater, Aaron Holland, Moi, GoldGrrl, Jasmine Robertson, Jerrell L. Henderson.
Seated: Dr. Casey Robards, Sal Yvat and Myra Boone.
Julikká LaChe provides ASL interpretation; Dr. Casey Robards reviews her score, as MCA Curator of Performance Tara Aisha Willis, Ph.D. introduces WATER RIOT!
Can’t Wait to WATER RIOT with you!!
Derek Lee McPhatter - Writer, Host
Michael Przygoda - Composer, Bandleader
Casey Robards, DMA - Music Director
Jerrell L. Henderson - Director
Myra Boone - Producer
Meika Sha - Lead Guitar
Steve Corley - Drums
Costume Design - Sal Yvat
Casting Consult - Karissa J. Murrell Myers
ASL Interpretation Provided by Julikká LaChe and Veramarie Baldoza
Please visit the MCA Chicago Performs Site for full details and credits!
