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Pittsburgh Opera's 'Passion of Mary Cardwell Dawson' is a performance to remember

At the close of Pittsburgh Opera’s production of “The Passion of Mary Cardwell Dawson,” the titular character sings, “Remember me, remember me.” As for this show, it’s easy to heed. Despite being a Pittsburgh Opera production, “Passion” is a play, although it does include original music sung operatically, as well

Mary Cardwell Dawson play explores racism in opera and the tenacity to overcome

When it comes to the music industry, one pioneering female seems to get short shrift for her contributions, and the Pittsburgh Opera is taking measures to change that with the final production of their 2023-2024 season. “The Passion of Mary Cardwell Dawson,” a 70-minute play with music, will resonate with all audiences who can appreciate […]

Famous Opera Company Gets Its Own Opera | Pittsburgh Magazine

The origin of the National Negro Opera Company will be on display as its own opera in “The Passion of Mary Cardwell Dawson.”

A 'hidden figure' no more. Meet the woman who founded nation's first Black opera company - InForum | Fargo, Moorhead and West Fargo news, weather and sports

Mary Cardwell Dawson grew up in North Carolina amid the Jim Crow era, and founded the National Negro Opera Company in Pittsburgh in 1941.

Opera singer Denyce Graves lifts overlooked musical voices