World Premiere | Generación Perdida

Friday, July 18 | 7:30pm

Generación Perdida is a monodrama-opera composed by Mexican composer Jorge Sosa, based on the book by Mexican-Colombian poet Javier Moro Hernandez (Ediciones Periféricas). The piece explores the humanitarian crisis affecting Mexico and Latin America, where kidnapping and forced disappearances have profoundly impacted countless communities over the past decade. It reflects on the complex realities of violence in the region and the broader social and political forces at play.

Rather than depicting violence directly, Generación Perdida seeks to create space for reflection and dialogue through the expressive power of poetry and music. By juxtaposing art and beauty against the weight of these themes, the piece invites audiences to engage in conversation about memory, resilience, and the pursuit of peace.

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Generación Perdida es una ópera compuesta por el compositor mexicano Jorge Sosa, basado en el libro del poeta mexico-colombiano Javier Moro Hernandez (Ediciones Periféricas). La obra explora la crisis humanitaria que afecta a México y América Latina, donde el secuestro y la desaparición forzada han impactado profundamente a innumerables comunidades en la última década. Generación Perdida invita a reflexionar sobre las complejas realidades de la violencia en la región y las fuerzas sociales y políticas involucradas.

Generación Perdida busca crear un espacio de reflexión y diálogo a través del poder expresivo de la poesía y la música. Al yuxtaponer el arte y la belleza con el peso de estos temas, la obra invita al público a participar en una conversación sobre la memoria, la resiliencia y la búsqueda de la paz.

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MUSIC BY

Jorge Sosa

BASED ON

The book *Generación Perdida*, by Javier Moro Hernandez (Ediciones Periféricas)

LOCATION

The Downstairs Theater, La MaMa, Creative Shares, 66 East 4th Street, New York, NY

SUNG IN

Spanish with English Supertitles

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The development of Generación Perdida received funding from OPERA America’s IDEA Opera Grantsprogram, supported by the Charles and Cerise Jacobs Charitable Foundation and New York City Council Member Eric Bottcher, Cultural Immigrant Initiative.

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CREATIVE TEAM:

TIANHUI NG | Conductor
ELENA ARROZ | Director
JACQUELIN DOWNEY | Sustainable Design and Production Intern*

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* This internship focuses on developing eco-friendly solutions for opera production. The intern will research and implement sustainable practices for set materials, including responsible disposal and repurposing after The Tin Angelproduction. Additionally, they will explore ways to minimize paper waste in production workflows, contributing to Teatro Grattacielo’s commitment to environmentally conscious performing arts.

“In Generación Perdida, I seek to address the theme of violence as an act of remembrance, a way to bear witness to this dark chapter in our history. I firmly believe that art and literature play an essential role in understanding and preserving the memory of the historical moments we are forced to witness. Language is a crucial tool in this process—through poetry, we can narrate pain, foster understanding, and generate empathy for the victims who journey across our continent and our borders”. Javier Moro Hernandez, poet.

"In 2019, Javier shared with me some of the poems that would eventually become Generación Perdida. In his writing, I found my own voice—he managed to articulate, with poetic beauty and haunting eloquence, the senseless violence our communities in Latin America endure daily. The work weaves together chilling journalistic accounts with deeply moving poetry, painting an unflinching yet lyrical portrait of a generation lost to violence. My hope is that this piece ignites a spark—one that leads to reflection, dialogue, and collective action. Generación Perdida is a memorial to the countless lives lost, and in opposition to the horrors of violence and war, we offer the beauty of art as an act of defiance, remembrance, and hope. Jorge Sosa, composer.

GETTING HERE:

LOCATION

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TRAIN

La MaMa Theater, located at 66 East 4th Street in New York City, is conveniently accessible via several subway lines. Here are the nearest subway stations and the corresponding trains:
These stations provide convenient access to La MaMa Theater from various parts of the city.

2nd Avenue Station: Served by the F train. Approximately a 5-minute walk to the theater.

Astor Place Station: Served by the 6 train. Approximately a 6-minute walk to the theater.

Broadway-Lafayette Street Station: Served by the B, D, F, and M trains. Approximately a 7-minute walk to the theater

8th Street–NYU Station: Served by the N and R trains. Approximately an 8-minute walk to the theater.

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El Teatro La MaMa, ubicado en 66 East 4th Street en la ciudad de Nueva York, es fácilmente accesible a través de varias líneas de metro. A continuación, se presentan las estaciones de metro más cercanas y los trenes correspondientes:
Estas estaciones brindan un acceso conveniente al Teatro La MaMa desde diversas partes de la ciudad.

Estación 2nd Avenue: Servida por el tren F. Aproximadamente a 5 minutos a pie del teatro.

Estación Astor Place: Servida por el tren 6. Aproximadamente a 6 minutos a pie del teatro.

Estación Broadway-Lafayette Street: Servida por los trenes B, D, F y M. Aproximadamente a 7 minutos a pie del teatro.

Estación 8th Street–NYU: Servida por los trenes N y R. Aproximadamente a 8 minutos a pie del teatro.

CITY BIKE

Citi Bike stations near La MaMa Theater at 66 East 4th Street, New York, NY 10003:

E 4th St & 2nd Ave

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A Citi Bike station conveniently located at the intersection of East 4th Street and 2nd Avenue, just steps away from La MaMa Theater.

E 3rd St & 1st Ave

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This station is situated at East 3rd Street and 1st Avenue, providing easy access for visitors approaching from the east.

E 5th St & Avenue A

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Located at East 5th Street and Avenue A, this station serves those coming from the Alphabet City area.

E 2nd St & Avenue B

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Found at East 2nd Street and Avenue B, this station is convenient for visitors arriving from the Lower East Side.

E 6th St & Cooper Square

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Positioned at East 6th Street and Cooper Square, this station is ideal for guests coming from the NoHo neighborhood.

For real-time bike availability and more station locations, you can refer to the Citi Bike System

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Estaciones de Citi Bike cerca del Teatro La MaMa en 66 East 4th Street, Nueva York, NY 10003:

· E 4th St & 2nd Ave
Nueva York, NY
Una estación de Citi Bike convenientemente ubicada en la intersección de East 4th Street y 2nd Avenue, a pocos pasos del Teatro La MaMa.
Nueva York, NY
Esta estación se encuentra en East 3rd Street y 1st Avenue, proporcionando fácil acceso a los visitantes que llegan desde el este.
Nueva York, NY
Ubicada en East 5th Street y Avenue A, esta estación sirve a quienes vienen desde el área de Alphabet City.
Nueva York, NY
Situada en East 2nd Street y Avenue B, esta estación es conveniente para los visitantes que llegan desde el Lower East Side.
Nueva York, NY
Ubicada en East 6th Street y Cooper Square, esta estación es ideal para los huéspedes que vienen desde el vecindario de NoHo.

· E 3rd St & 1st Ave

· E 5th St & Avenue A

· E 2nd St & Avenue B

· E 6th St & Cooper Square

Para conocer la disponibilidad de bicicletas en tiempo real y más ubicaciones de estaciones, puedes consultar el Sistema Citi Bike.