Explore Dead Man Walking by Sister Helen Prejean and engage in deep and impactful discussions revolving around this groundbreaking and thought-provoking memoir, its timely themes, and the production brought to stage by San Francisco Opera composer Jake Heggie and librettist Terrence McNally.
Presented in partnership by San Francisco Public Library and San Francisco Opera, Page to Stage: a Dead Man Walking Book Club invites community members to join a guided conversation led by an SF Opera facilitator. Together, we’ll reflect on justice, compassion, and the human stories behind the headlines.
Book club participants can pick up a free copy of the book beginning Monday, August 4 at Potrero Branch Library. The book discussion will be held The Potrero Hill Community House ("The Nabe") in the Fraser room. Participants will receive an invitation to attend the final dress rehearsal of the San Francisco Opera performance of Dead Man Walking.
Space limited, reservations required. Registration opens August 1.
Related Events
Panel: An Afternoon with Sister Helen Prejean and Jake Heggie — Friday, September 12, 2–6 p.m., Main Library, Koret Auditorium
Book Club: Dead Man Walking — Saturday, September 20, 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m., Richmond Branch
San Francisco Opera Performances of Dead Man Walking are scheduled from September 14–28, 2025.
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