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Film Screening: “Riders of the Purple Sage: The Making of a Western Opera” (2020)

  • 150 Central Avenue, Saint Petersburg, FL, United States, Florida 33701 · St. Petersburg
The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art Publisher / Host The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art
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Film Screening: \u201cRiders of the Purple Sage: The Making of a Western Opera\u201d (2020)
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Discover the remarkable story behind Riders of the Purple Sage: The Making of a Western Opera, an award-winning documentary that follows the transformation of the Rider of the Purple Sage from classic Western novel to grand opera. The film also features acclaimed landscape painter Ed Mell, whose dramatic set designs helped bring the production to life. This documentary offers a unique connection between film, music, and art of the American West.
1h 22 min; NR
Free to the public thanks to Quantum Leap Productions. Space is limited; advance registration required.
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150 Central Avenue, Saint Petersburg, FL, United States, Florida 33701, 150 Central Ave, St Petersburg, FL 33701-3324, United States, St. Petersburg

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