Opus

In Michael Hollinger’s look at the discordant backstage world of classical music, The Lazara Quartet has just fired one of its members, and his replacement is wary of the group’s reputation for personal, violent quarrels. And as they prepare for a command performance at the White House, they’re haunted by their former colleague’s sudden disappearance.

This recording also includes an interview with playwright Michael Hollinger as well as an interview with arts consultant Drew McManus.

An L.A. Theatre Works full-cast performance featuring:
Jonathan Adams as Dorian
Jere Burns as Elliot
Kevin Chamberlin as Carl
Steven Culp as Alan
Jon Matthews as Nigel, Voice and President
Liza Weil as Grace

Directed by Brendon Fox. Recorded by L.A. Theatre Works before a live audience at the James Bridges Theater, UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television in May 2012.