Maureen Batt, soprano

Memories Beyond The Grave, composed by Michael Donovan, follows the close sibling relationship between Francois René de Chateaubriand (1768-1848) and Lucile de Chateaubriand (1764-1804), a bond strengthened through their love of nature during childhood and adolescence. Numerous poems and letters by Lucile and René are woven into excerpts from François René’s world-famous autobiography Mémoires d’outre tombe. Sung and spoken in both French and English, Donovan’s fusion of contemporary and lush Romantic textures transports us into the magical and tumultuous world of these two siblings, masterfully staged and performed by a stellar ensemble of singers, instrumentalists and creative team. Singers: Doug MacNaughton (Baritone) as François René de Chateaubriand Maureen Batt (Soprano) as Lucile and The Moon Chamber Ensemble: Cindy Thong Piano/Harpsichord Sibylle Marquardt Flute Norman Adams Cello Tim Crofts Synthesizers, Electronic instruments Chorus of Stars: Gabriella Bell-Divincenzo Sarah Helen Storms Sarah Hu-A-Kam Nicole Hamilton Creative Team Stage director: David Overton Movement director: Veronique MacKenzie Projection and lighting design: Mackenzie Cornfield Music director: Michael Donovan Composer: Michael Donovan