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    Resistance: The Power of Change

    Illustration for Resistance: The Power of Change

    Wednesday, March 10, 2027

    7:30 PM

    David Geffen Hall

    New York, NY

    Scheduled

    About This Event

    Resistance: The Power of Change at David Geffen Hall pairs pianist-composer Conrad Tao with artist-educator Fredara Hadley and scholars Joanne B. Freeman and Ruth Ben-Ghiat. The program juxtaposes Tao's classical and contemporary musical work with Hadley's culturally focused performance practice and Freeman and Ben-Ghiat's historical analysis of violence and authoritarianism.

    About the Artists

    Fredara Hadley

    Fredara Hadley is a prominent artist and educator, known for her work in theater and performance, often focusing on cultural narratives and community engagement.

    Ruth Ben-Ghiat

    Ruth Ben-Ghiat is Professor of History and Italian Studies at New York University. She writes about authoritarianism, propaganda, and democracy protection. She is the recipient of Guggenheim and other fellowships and a media commentator.

    Joanne B. Freeman

    Coming soon from Joanne B. Freeman: “The Field of Blood: Violence in Congress and the Road to Civil War” (Farrar, Straus and Giroux)

    Conrad Tao

    Conrad Tao is an American pianist and composer recognized for his performances and compositions across various genres, including classical and contemporary music.