Resistance: The Power of Change
About This Event
Resistance: The Power of Change at David Geffen Hall brings together pianist-composer Conrad Tao, theatre artist and educator Fredara Hadley, historian Joanne B. Freeman, and NYU professor Ruth Ben-Ghiat. The program pairs Tao’s cross-genre musical practice and Hadley’s work in cultural performance with Freeman’s forthcoming study of congressional violence and Ben-Ghiat’s scholarship on authoritarianism and propaganda, situating music and commentary within a historical and civic frame.
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.