Following the acclaimed success of Scalia/Ginsburg, composer Derrick Wang returns with Fearless, a powerful new opera that premiered in May 2025 at the Grand Opera House in Wilmington, DE. Presented by Opera Delaware, Fearless tells the remarkable true story of Hazel Ying Lee — a trailblazing Chinese American pilot who shattered barriers during World War II. Amidst adversity and discrimination, Lee’s courage and determination helped change the face of American aviation history. Her legacy soars in this poignant and uplifting musical drama.

Music Director: Ben Makino
Stage Director: Malena Dayen
Scenic Designer: John Raley

Visual Media designer: Lupe Marín Burgin

Lighting Designer: Tlåloc Lopez-Watermann

Costume Designer: Howard Tsvi Kaplan

Hair & Make-Up Designer: Brittany Rappise

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"Director Malena Dayen created inventive and effective staging."

“Eloquent and moving… soulfully written… filled with soaring melodies, memorable songs… and masterful orchestration... The opening night audience sat riveted to the end."

Broad Street Review