An Opera Rising from Sitka's Legacy | Anchorage News

An opera rooted in the Battles of Sitka is set to premiere this Friday at Thunder Mountain Middle School, born from a visionary collaboration between Rosita Worl and Emmy-nominated writer Vera Starbard. The entire cast and crew are Indigenous, with deep involvement from Lingít artists—including weapon specialists, choreographers, language experts, and dancers—and even family members contributing handmade costumes and crafts. Rejecting Western opera norms, this production embraces the vibrant, ancestral storytelling traditions of Lingít culture, which were once outlawed. It’s a powerful revival of Indigenous artistry, honoring centuries-old practices while allowing today’s creators to innovate—celebrating the resilience and richness of Lingít heritage through music, movement, and visual spectacle.

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