Margaret Garner, an opera by Toni Morrison, is a searing story that illuminates slavery's tragic legacy and the difficult choices women must make. Chicago Foundation for Women is a collaborative partner on the Chicago premiere, and we will host community conversations throughout 2008 on how race and slavery affect women today.

At our 23rd Annual Luncheon on Oct. 31, 2008, the award-winning creators and cast—such as librettist Toni Morrison, mezzo-soprano Denyce Graves (in the title role), director Kenny Leon and composer Richard Danielpour—will give a special presentation. Learn more about the 23rd Annual Luncheon...

MORE INFORMATION

Discussion with Margaret Garner expert Delores Walters (MP3) Margaret Garnerlibretto (PDF) (or read the one-page synopsis) 23rd Annual Luncheon and Symposium - Oct. 31, 2008 Our press release

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

More community events to be scheduled throughout 2008.

MARCH 6

Margaret Garner kickoff community conversation 
DuSable Museum of African American History

MARCH 31

Chicago Sinfonietta: "Ladies' Choice"
Reception for Chicago Foundation for Women supporters

OCT. 31

23rd Annual Luncheon and Symposium
Featuring "Margaret Garner" creators and cast

NOV. 1

Margaret Garner 7:30 p.m., with performance by Denyce Graves
Exclusive offer for Chicago Foundation for Women supporters

For a calendar of all Chicago Foundation for Women events, click here.


All events are wheelchair-accessible. For more accessibility information or requests, please contact the Foundation at (312) 577-2801 or TTY (312) 577-2803.