Resistance: The Power of Change
About This Event
Resistance: The Power of Change at David Geffen Hall assembles pianist-composer Conrad Tao with performer-educator Fredara Hadley, historian Joanne B. Freeman and NYU professor Ruth Ben-Ghiat. Tao's cross-genre composing and performance practice is paired with Hadley's work in cultural storytelling, while Freeman's research on political violence and Ben-Ghiat's writing on authoritarianism provide scholarly context for an interdisciplinary look at resistance and social change.
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.