‘Ḵutulagaaw: The Tlingit-Russian Battles’ – A preview of the first Tlingit opera in recorded history
Juneau Afternoon recorded live on Wednesday, September 1, 2026
- Juneau Afternoon featuring a preview of the first Tlingit opera in recorded history: “Ḵutulagaaw: The Tlingit-Russian Battles” presented by Sealaska Heritage Institute in partnership with Perseverance Theatre.
- Segment One: The Seed with President of SHI Dr. Rosita Worl, Librettist Vera Starbard, and Perseverance Artistic Director Leslie Ishii.
- Segment Two: The Creation with Librettist Vera Starbard, Translator Dr. X’unei Lance Twitchell, Composer Ed Littlefield, and Orchestrator Rory Stitt
- Segment Three: The Production with Associate Director Xáalnook Erin Tripp, Conductor Ed Littlefield, and cast member Sovereign Bill.
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Bostin Christopher produced today’s show with help from Erin Tripp.