She Breathes Fire is a newly composed opera created by composer/performer Stacy Busch. Written for women and non-binary vocal octet, the piece utilizes electronics through vocal sampling and manipulation. Though the piece integrates acoustic and electronic methods, all of the material in the piece is generated through the voice. She Breathes Fire offers a new folkloric story of the heroines’ journey in a fantasy world where women rule. This tale seen through the eyes of women provides an alternative history that is in stark comparison to the heroism that has been internalized in our world. She Breathes Fire premieres October 6-8, 2023, in Kansas City in partnership with Owen/Cox Dance Group.

Creator and Composer: Stacy Busch
Co-writers and Vocalists: Sarah Rosales, Emily Stott, Erin Keller, Adee Dancy, Kelley Gant, Sam Wells, Katelyn Baron
Sound Engineer: Ian Corbett
From She Breathes Fire World Premiere with Owen/Cox Dance Group 2023

The Battle

Rhani's Pass Live

Entering Rhani's Pass

Eastern Wizards

Natures Consult

Kysha

Nessira

Intro

Rhani's Pass

From the evening length dance and music production of Collective. Commissioned by Owen/Cox Dance Group and Gilda's Club

Soft Spots- From Collective