BREAKING THE WAVES - OPERA PHILADELPHIA

Breaking the Waves tells the story of Bess McNeill, a religious young woman with a deep love for her husband Jan, a handsome oil rig worker. When Jan becomes paralyzed in an off-shore accident, Bess’s marital vows are put to the test as he encourages her to seek other lovers and return to his bedside to tell him of her sexual activities.

The Crew

Kiera Duffy

Bess

John Moore

Jan

Eve Gigliotti

Dodo

Patricia Schuman

Bess' Mother

David Portillo

Dr. Richardson

Zachary James

Terry

Marcus DeLoach

Minister