Angel's Bone

Mann Center for the Performing Arts

Recipient

Grant Year 2010

Grant Amount $100,000

Status Completed

Updated June 1, 2023

The Mann Center for the Performing Arts commissioned the performance of Angel's Bone. This theatrical chamber work by Shanghai-born and New York-based composer, multi-instrumentalist and performance artist Du Yun incorporated elements of classical music, electronica, cabaret, and storytelling. The work, inspired by the writing of Jorge Luis Borges, was premiered by ICE (the International Contemporary Ensemble), Du Yun, and DJ/electronic artist Phil Moffa. During their time in Philadelphia, Du Yun and ICE also presented educational programs at Girard Academic Music Program, CAPA High School, University of the Arts, Temple University, and the University of Pennsylvania.

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Mann Center for the Performing Arts

As one of the country's largest non-profit open-air music centers, the Mann Center for the Performing Arts has presented world-class performing artists of diverse musical genres in Fairmount Park since 1930. The Mann hosts more than 300,000 visitors each year and offers educational programs.

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