Vanessa

Dive Deeper: Vanessa

Uncover the roots of Vanessa through a touching documentary portrait of composer Samuel Barber, alongside an influential essay about the “camp” sensibility that informs this production. Read More: Susan Sontag’s seminal 1964 essay, “Notes on Camp” provided a framework for camp sensibility that continues to inform artists, artistic works–

Vanessa

In conversation with Jacob Ashworth

Williamstown connected with Jacob Ashworth about Vanessa, the Festival's first opera. What initially drew you to Vanessa, and what continues to resonate with you about the piece? Vanessa has been on our short list for years. The score is out of this world, up there with the greatest