Opus

In Michael Hollingers 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 groups reputation for personal, violent quarrels. And as they prepare for a command performance at the White House, theyre haunted by their former colleagues 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.