Politics, Race And Sexuality In The Career Of Leonard Bernstein

“Disruptor on the Podium: Politics, Race and Sexuality in the Career of Leonard Bernstein“ Beginning with his time at Harvard (and his participation in a production of Marc Blitztein’s The Cradle Will Rock), politics were to have an outsize influence on Bernstein’s musical persona. This panel will explore the ways Bernstein’s forward-thinking political positions shaped his music and career, and the world of classical music. As part of the Bernstein centennial celebration, the BSO presented two panel discussions related to the composer and condutor, at NEC’s Burnes Hall. WGBH Forum Network ~ Free online lectures: Explore a world of ideas Like us: Tweet with us: See our complete archive here: