“THE TALK: Instructions for Black Children When They Interact With The Police” | An Opera Production.

“There comes a time in every child’s life,” writes composer Damien Geter, “when they will have ‘the talk’ with a trusted adult. That talk is usually centered around topics relating to sexual maturation – the birds and the bees. However, in the life of a black child, there’s an additional talk that needs to happen: what to do if they are pulled over or have an encounter with the police. It boils down to four basic principles with the fourth being the ultimate goal.” Sections of this opera include:

1) Pull over. Don’t Run. Keep Calm.

2) Keep Your Hands Where they Can See Them.

3) Be Polite. Save Your Rage.

4) Get Home Safely.

Click "View The Resource" below to watch the production (8:30). To learn more about the composer, see Damien Geter's bio: https://www.damiengetermusic.com/about.