This opera is based on the true story of a popular democratic leader in Venezuela, made prisoner for calling the masses to protest in the streets, against widespread injustice. As we write, Leo remains in a high security prison, charged with multiple counts of attempting to overthrow the regime in place, and of course, for being a promising leader of a discontented and desperate people, over one half of the population. He's only allowed visits from his immediate family. This story is about a visit from his wife Lilian, his main center and support; and the floating uncertainty of having fallen into a trap, with very little hope. Still, hope and faith are precious resources to preserve. It's a story that has seen multiple characters over the ages, and yet, it's current and relevant today.
Characters:
Leo (Baritone): He’s a young, prominent, and popular leader of the democratic sector. He is in his early forties, educated in the best academic centers in the world. He has felt the responsibility to defend his cou
