Join us for a pre-show panel discussion at 7pm titled, "Strange Bedfellows: Policy, Journalism, Social Activism, and Art Partner to Inspire Action."

Panelists (Bios)

Thor Steingraber
Executive and Artistic Director, The Soraya

John Branch
Journalist, The New York Times

Senator Henry Stern
Representing Senate District 27

Cindy Montañez
CEO, TreePeople

Treelogy is a celebration and a call to action to save California’s beloved and iconic trees. Inspired by California’s epic wildfires chronicled by The New York Times journalist John Branch, The Soraya’s Executive and Artistic Director, Thor Steingraber, and artist in residence Etienne Gara, have created a musical response to the fires, and a tribute to these precious trees. Renowned composers Billy Childs, Steven Mackey, and Gabriella Smith — all with deep California roots of their own — have each composed original music for this three-part concert. Produced, commissioned, and presented by The Soraya, Treelogy will tour the state bringing together scientists, educators, activists & advocates along with its inspiring message to campuses across California. This unprecedented multi-disciplinary effort will emphasize the pride of our state and the memories of every family’s national park vacation.

The Soraya Partners With TreePeople 

The Soraya is proud to partner with environmental advocacy group, TreePeople, whose mission aligns with Treelogy’s call to action in saving California’s iconic trees. TreePeople’s partnership with The Soraya provides an opportunity to showcase how the arts can help advance the fight against the climate crisis by providing a platform to educate on the subject and inspire action.

Help The Soraya and TreePeople celebrate California’s iconic trees by shedding light on these magnificent spectacles of nature by sharing a photo* that recalls a favorite memory of you, or maybe even a loved one, among trees.

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This performance was generously underwritten by Ms. Elizabeth A. Purcell