Drawing from the unknown reaches of space, ‘Oumuamua explores the concept of the“Other” by merging musical encounters with extraterrestrial and migration narratives. The piece invites reflection on belonging, identity, and exclusion, using ‘Oumuamua, the mysterious interstellar object, as a metaphor for alienationand uprooting.

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In a performance that blends avant-garde music, choreographed motion, and collaborative storytelling, ten non-professional migrant singers and eight Opera Lab musicians converge in an immersive theater experience. Through sound and movement, the performance challenges the conventional boundaries of opera,offering a space where identities merge, dissolve, and redefine.

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‘Oumuamua explores the idea of communication beyond borders—where sound, gesture, and movement become universal languages. The performance delves into the human need to connect, offering a rich tapestry of vocal experimentation, rhythmic dialogues, and physical expression.

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As the choir and musicians interact, they move between roles of listener and speaker, revealing the fragility of identity and the power of collective storytelling. Through an immersive blend of dissonance and harmony, the piece questions who gets to speak, who listens, and how we can bridge the divide between thefamiliar and the unknown.

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This performance is not just a spectacle but a social experiment—an invitation to experience what it means to be the “Other,” exploring the tensions of migration, integration, and societal labels. Through the lens of an extraterrestrial visitor, ‘Oumuamua encourages a transformative dialogueon identity, exclusion, and empathy.

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