“One of the must see events of the season”
—Chicago Tribune
—Chicago Tribune
When love is dangerous, secrecy is survival. Set during the “Lavender Scare,” a government-led purge that targeted gay men and lesbians in the US federal workforce, Fellow Travelers tells the story of two men whose love becomes a perilous secret in an era of surveillance, political paranoia, and fear. One of the most ravishingly beautiful, critically acclaimed, and widely performed American operas of the 21st century, Fellow Travelers comes to BAM in a 10th-anniversary production from Up Until Now, led by director Kevin Newbury and producer Jecca Barry.
Originally created by composer Gregory Spears, librettist Greg Pierce, and Newbury, Fellow Travelers is a powerful story of attraction, betrayal, and resilience. Based on Thomas Mallon’s acclaimed novel that was recently adapted into a CBS/Paramount+ limited series, the opera pairs political intrigue with a deeply human portrait of love lived in the shadows. Staged anew amid uncanny political echoes, this landmark production celebrates a milestone work while also illuminating a crucial chapter of LGBTQ+ history.
Originally created by composer Gregory Spears, librettist Greg Pierce, and Newbury, Fellow Travelers is a powerful story of attraction, betrayal, and resilience. Based on Thomas Mallon’s acclaimed novel that was recently adapted into a CBS/Paramount+ limited series, the opera pairs political intrigue with a deeply human portrait of love lived in the shadows. Staged anew amid uncanny political echoes, this landmark production celebrates a milestone work while also illuminating a crucial chapter of LGBTQ+ history.
Developed and Co-Commissioned by G. Sterling Zinsmeyer
Produced by Up Until Now
Fellow Travelers is produced by arrangement with Schott Music, New York, publisher and copyright owner.
Produced by Up Until Now
Fellow Travelers is produced by arrangement with Schott Music, New York, publisher and copyright owner.
“One of the must see events of the season”
—Chicago Tribune
—Chicago Tribune
ONSALE DATES
Thu, Oct 15 at 1pm
BAM Members and Patrons
Thu, Nov 5 at 1pm
General Public
BAM Members and Patrons
Thu, Nov 5 at 1pm
General Public
UPCOMING Performances
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TICKET INFORMATION
Tickets start at $35
Please note: All single ticket online and phone orders are subject to a $3 facility fee and an $8 handling fee per ticket. All orders at the box office are subject to a $3 facility fee per ticket.
BAM Bundles are subject to a $3 facility fee and a $4 handling fee per ticket.
BAM Members and Patrons get first access and save 20% on single tickets.
All ticket buyers (including BAM Members and Patrons) can create a BAM Bundle (three or more eligible performances) to get 30% off their package. BAM Bundles can be made from three or more programs that are part of the same season; programs for the Winter/Spring 2027 Season cannot be combined with Fall/Next Wave 2026 programs for the discount. Offer expires on January 31, 2027.
Please note: All single ticket online and phone orders are subject to a $3 facility fee and an $8 handling fee per ticket. All orders at the box office are subject to a $3 facility fee per ticket.
BAM Bundles are subject to a $3 facility fee and a $4 handling fee per ticket.
BAM Members and Patrons get first access and save 20% on single tickets.
All ticket buyers (including BAM Members and Patrons) can create a BAM Bundle (three or more eligible performances) to get 30% off their package. BAM Bundles can be made from three or more programs that are part of the same season; programs for the Winter/Spring 2027 Season cannot be combined with Fall/Next Wave 2026 programs for the discount. Offer expires on January 31, 2027.
All performances will adhere to protocols developed in accordance with New York State regulations and in consultation with medical professionals for the safety of our artists, audiences, and staff.
Leadership support for
BAM's strategic initiatives provided by the
Jerome L. Greene Foundation 
Leadership support for
BAM programming provided by
Leadership support for
BAM's strategic initiatives provided by 
Additional support for
opera at BAM provided by
The Francena T. Harrison Foundation Trust
