When the smoke clears, only truth is left standing.

Set in Richmond, VA, Intelligence is inspired by a gripping true story of espionage, sacrifice, and the fight for freedom. In the shadows of the Civil War, Mary Jane Bowser, an enslaved woman turned operative, joins a Union spy ring, unveiling secrets about the Confederacy and her own identity. Packed with riveting drama, powerful music, and dynamic dance, Intelligence will keep you on the edge of your seat!

Conceived by Jake Heggie, Gene Scheer, Jawole Zollar
Music by Jake Heggie, Libretto by Gene Scheer
Based upon historical facts pertaining to the underground Civil War spy network of Mary Jane Bowser and Elizabeth Van Lew
This Opera was commissioned by the Houston Grand Opera

Sung in English with English Surtitles
Conducted by Adam Turner
The orchestra for this production is provided by the Virginia Symphony Orchestra.

Join us before each performance for a pre-show lecture.