Dies Irae, Desirée is a satirical exploration of fringe belief systems, cults and their mainstream appeal in the modern age. Experience this new multi-sensory chamber opera from Guest Creative Director Maria Finkelmeier with libretto by Portland-based writer Brady Evan Walker.

At the heart of "Dies Irae, Desirée" is its protagonist, Desirée, a woman in her mid-40s who claims to be spiritually connected to an extraterrestrial entity named Tlön Drâm Pulöq. Desirée has founded The Kinship, a cult dedicated to preparing for a spiritual journey [...]