(1978 to 1979 season) He was composer for John Gay's play, "The Beggar's Opera," at the Tyrone Guthrie Theater, 725 Vineland Place, Minneapolis, Minnesota. Alvin Epstein was director and artistic director. Tony Straiges was set designer. Jennifer Von Mayrhauser was costume designer. Duane Schuler was lighting designer. William Bolcom was also composer. John Gay wrote the musical settings.