Kirk Family YMCA
222 W 11th Street
Kansas City, MO 64105

Dive into the tragic tale of George Milton and Lennie Smalls, two migrant farm workers navigating the bleak prospects of the Great Depression. Carlisle Floyd, often called the father of American opera, adapted Steinbeck’s classic novella, writing both the music and libretto. Join us to learn about Floyd’s career, style, and what to listen for in his rendition of Of Mice and Men.