Walden West & An Evening With William Powers

Music by Ronald Hill

Book by David Schweitzer & Daniel Graupner

Music Accompaniment by Bill Billingham

Act I: Walden West

Walden West is considered to be one of August Derleth’s most loved books. This musical adaptation documents life and death in the twin towns of Sauk City and Prairie Du Sac, Wisconsin. August Derleth is famous for publishing the works of H.P. Lovecraft, Clark Ashton Smith of Conan the Barbarian fame, and Ray Bradbury author of Fahrenheit 451.

Act II: An Evening with William Powers

New York Metropolitan Opera Star William Powers ranks among the finest practitioners of opera in our generation. William’s powerful and imposing Bass-Baritone guides us through a selection of Moussorgsky, Verdi, Gounod, and other holiday favorites. Is it too early for Christmas? Come find out on October 15th.

Walden West & An Evening With William Powers will be performed on the Drury Stage

Approx run-time: 90-120 minutes, including 1 intermission

All audience members must wear a mask while in the building, and those aged 12+ must show proof of vaccination and a photo ID to be admitted. We thank you for understanding.