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Blanchard's opera "Fire Shut Up in My Bones" is based on a memoir by whom?

  • Maya Angelou

  • Charles Blow

  • Toni Morrison

  • Cornel West

Answer

The answer is Charles Blow, a prominent American journalist and author. Blow's memoir, titled "Fire Shut Up in My Bones," chronicles his personal journey of self-discovery and resilience, delving into themes of identity, race, and sexuality. Blanchard's operatic adaptation of Blow's memoir brings his poignant storytelling to life through powerful music and theatrical elements.
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