Jane Fitzpatrick
Jane Fitzpatrick researches the intersections between religious traditions and international affairs with a passion for opera and art. She earned her master’s degree in international affairs from Penn State University and her bachelor’s degree in religious studies from Gettysburg College. Jane currently works as a Program Associate at the Berkley Center for Religion, Peace, and World Affairs at Georgetown University. In her free time, she volunteers in the Education Department at the Museum of the Bible in Washington, DC.
Articles by Jane Fitzpatrick
Get to Know Darius Milhaud & His Jewish Opera “David”In five acts and twelve scenes, Darius Milhaud’s David captures the story of a Biblical king while uniquely expressing the composer’s place in Jewish history.
5 Famous Operas Based on Greek MythologyComposers throughout history have taken inspiration for their now-famous operas from the enchanting stories of ancient Greek mythology.
Composers throughout history have taken inspiration for their now-famous operas from the enchanting stories of ancient Greek mythology.
6 Famous Operas Based on the BibleSome of the world’s most famous operas draw from the stories of Biblical figures and religious enlightenment, inspiring global audiences for centuries.
Some of the world’s most famous operas draw from the stories of Biblical figures and religious enlightenment, inspiring global audiences for centuries.
Luigi Cherubini’s Medea: An Ancient Greek Opera DivaLuigi Cherubini’s Medea is an opera inspired by the ancient Greek tragedy of a mortal woman descended from divinity and feared for her magical powers.
Luigi Cherubini’s Medea is an opera inspired by the ancient Greek tragedy of a mortal woman descended from divinity and feared for her magical powers.