Einstein on the Beach: The Changing Image of Opera 39 years old

The creative processes of avant-garde composer Philip Glass and progressive director/designer Robert Wilson are examined in this film. It documents their collaboration on this tradition breaking opera.

Credits

Einstein on the Beach: The Changing Image of Opera Cast

Name Character
Philip Glass He was 48, now 87 years old as composer (himself)
Will Lyman He was 37, now 76 years old as narrator (himself)

Einstein on the Beach: The Changing Image of Opera Crew

Name Department
Mark Obenhaus as Director. Directing
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Einstein on the Beach: The Changing Image of Opera (39 years)

  • Release day: Monday, October 14, 1985
  • Runtime: 58 minutes