An epic and experimental live techno-musical, written and composed by James Harrison Monaco. Interweaving and interrogating tales of global movement, desire, and heartbreak, Travels reimagines oral traditions for the 21st century. Through pumping drum machines, swirling synth lines, and rapturous projections (all operated live by a virtuosic ensemble cast), this storytelling piece slyly reflects on the American asylum system and the possibilities—or impossibilities—of intimacy and communication across borders.

Commissioned and presented by Ars Nova in NYC, running there as the spring main-stage show from March 20 - April 20, 2024.

Written and composed by James Harrison Monaco

Arrangements by James Harrison Monaco and Or Matias

Directed by Andrew J. Scoville

Original production starring: El Beh, Mehry Eslaminia, Ashley De La Rosa, James Harrison Monaco, and John Murchison.

Media Design by Stefania Bulbarella
Set Design by Diggle
Lighting Design by Jeanette Yew
Sound Design by Nick Kourtides
Costume Design by Sarita Fellows
Music Supervision by Or Matias
Dramaturgy by Salma S. Zohdi

Runtime: One hour and thirty-five minutes.