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The Love Birds: Chaucer’s A Parlement of Foules at Folger Shakespeare Library

Dates: 2/14/2025 - 2/16/2025

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Folger Consort presents The Love Birds: Chaucer's A Parlement of Foules, a celebration of love and music just in time for Valentine's Day. This program features a world-premiere composition by Juri Seo, inspired by Geoffrey Chaucer's 14th-century poem, along with readings by acclaimed actor Holly Twyford. The performances blend medieval music with new arrangements, showcasing themes of love and nature, as over 35 bird species convene to discuss matters of the heart. Guest artists include Kristen Dubenion-Smith, Crossley Hawn, and Mary Springfels, creating a rich tapestry of sound and storytelling.

Cast and Creative team for The Love Birds: Chaucer’s A Parlement of Foules at Folger Shakespeare Library

Cast

Kristen Dubenion-Smith

Ensemble


Crossley Hawn

Ensemble


Brian Kay

Ensemble


Dan Meyers

Ensemble


Margot Rood

Ensemble


Holly Twyford

Narrator


Mary Springfels

Ensemble


Juri Seo

Ensemble


Creative Team

Juri Seo

Composer


Robert Eisenstein

Co-Artistic Director


Christopher Kendall

Co-Artistic Director


Kristen Dubenion-Smith

Mezzo Soprano


Crossley Hawn

Soprano


Brian Kay

Medieval Lute, Citole


Dan Meyers

Recorder, Percussion, Bagpipes


Margot Rood

Soprano


Mary Springfels

Vielle, Citole


C.M. Drennan

Editor


David Wallace

Speaker




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