Sanctuary Road

University of Kentucky Opera Theatre presents

SANCTUARY ROAD by Pulitzer Prize-winning composer and librettist Paul Moravec and Mark Campbell, following the writings of the real life “Father of the Underground Railroad”, William Still. 

This stunningly beautiful and emotional opera relives the telling of enslaved peoples’ journeys to freedom, as they recount their tales to Still, who documented their stories and helped them find safe passage. Among the compelling vignettes is the story of William Still’s brother, Peter Still, who was sold into slavery in Lexington, Kentucky, with local ties that exist to this day. 

Sung in English, with English supertitles, with a run time of 1 hour. 

Performances will be followed by a talkback with members of the cast and creative team.